Events
Green Drinks
Green Drinks is a monthly event where you can meet people, network, do a business deal, learn something new or maybe even find a job! Check out green drinks to get an idea of the scope of this movement! Join like-minded people in an informal and unstructured setting to talk about the latest sustainability happenings in Milwaukee and globally. Meet people in various green professions. Have a drink (alcoholic or not), order food (or not), but enjoy lively conversations and good ideas. Anyone interested in green and sustainability is welcome. No RSVP is necessary and feel free to pass this notice on to others who might be interested. Location: Club Charlies (located between Milwaukee St. and Broadway St. – across from MIAD in the third ward). 320 E. Menomonee Milwaukee, WI 53202. The back area of the bar will be reserved for Milwaukee Green Drinks and there is lots of street parking out front.
Dec 2nd, 2010 by Dave Reid
Committee on Parks, Energy and Environment Meeting
All matters concerning county parks and parkways are the responsibility of this Committee. Members set policy for the parks department, organized recreation, cultural activities, the University Extension program, the Environmental Services Division of the Department of Public Works and Zoo park services. Members have jurisdiction over matters concerning the conservation of all uses of energy and make recommendations relating to conservation of air, water, energy and all other resources. Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Tuesday before the County Board Meeting Agenda
Dec 2nd, 2010 by Dave Reid
Committee on Economic and Community Development
The Milwaukee County Committee on Economic & Community Development oversees the administration of federal, state and local housing programs in the county, including the Urban Community Development Block Grant Program. Matters pertaining to economic development of Milwaukee County, including the best disposition of county properties, are decided by this Committee. It also makes decisions on the Research Park and the Airport Business Park. Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 2nd Monday before the County Board Meeting in room 203-R of the Milwaukee County Courthouse. Agenda
Dec 1st, 2010 by Dave Reid
City Plan Commission Meeting
The City Plan Commission (CPC) is the City’s official planning body established under State statute and is responsible for master planning activities. The CPC advises the Common Council on a variety of land development issues including zoning map changes, revisions in the zoning ordinance, subdivision approvals, business improvement districts, street and alley vacations, public land disposition and acquisition, new streets and the approval of development plans in certain overlay districts. City Plan Commission (CPC) meetings are held in the First Floor Boardroom at the Department of City Development, 809 North Broadway, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Dec 1st, 2010 by Dave Reid
MillerCoors 2010 Holiday Lites in Miller Valley
The free show will run for three consecutive weekends from 4:40 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on the following dates: December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, and 18th. It will take place in Miller Valley at the MillerCoors Milwaukee Brewery on State Street, between 38th and 41st Streets. The show features 300,000 LED lights synchronized to music by the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and is the largest of its kind in the Midwest. MillerCoors encourages visitors to bring a toy to donate to Toys for Tots, or a non-perishable food item to donate to Feeding America.
Nov 29th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Committee on Transporation, Public Works and Transit
The mission of the Department of Public Works, including the construction and maintenance of county highways, bridges and public structures are the responsibility of this Committee. Members discuss all matters pertaining to the policy of mass transit and the Milwaukee County Transit System, including fares, service routes and capital improvements. The Committee discusses all matters under its jurisdiction pertaining to railroads and public utilities in the county. Meets at 9:00 A.M. on the 3rd Wednesday before the County Board Meeting Agenda
Nov 25th, 2010 by Dave Reid
A Pragmatic Intersection of Habitat and the Environment
Speaker: Mr. Robert Monnat Mr. Robert Monnat is a Partner and Chief Operating Officer of Mandel Group, Inc. He has been with the firm since its inception in 1991 through 1994, rejoining the firm in 1999 to present. Mr. Monnat oversees all aspects of Mandel Group’s development and construction activities. Mandel Group has completed over $500 million of real estate development, mostly in metropolitan Milwaukee, since its inception. This seminar will speak to the need of developers and environmentalists to work together in order to integrate natural resources in urban settings, into the neighborhood fabric that is made vital by their presence and accessibility. It will touch on the resolution of extreme viewpoints of each side, and the resolution of these views for the betterment of urban living. The seminar incorporates a water-centric examination of the dynamic of environment and development in downtown Milwaukee. Mr. Monnat will argue that cities such as Milwaukee, which have substantial water resources, need to embrace a new attitude with regard to working together toward the best possible urban environment. Finally, he will discuss how the urban transect presents a “have your cake and eat it too” opportunity, to provide better habitation as well as a beneficial improvement in our impact on the environment. This presentation will be registered for 1.0 CM credits for AICP members in attendance and free pizza will be provided, courtesy of the Urban Planning Department. Please visit http://www4.uwm.edu/sarup/planning/smartgrowth/index.html for more information. Location: UWM AUP 345 Milwaukee, WI
Nov 22nd, 2010 by Dave Reid
Grit Patterns Exhibit
The Grit Patterns exhibit at Bay View’s BYO Studio Lounge assembles the work of fourteen student designers conducting materials research at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Architecture and Urban Planning. In their research, students search for the hidden beauty in ordinary construction materials. Wood, steel and aluminum donated by local manufacturers are transformed into exotic wall and ceiling installations inspired by the fluidity and complexity of living organisms. Students conduct this work as a form of community outreach in collaboration with Milwaukee businesses. Participating business owners get an opportunity to upgrade their interiors for a fraction of the usual cost. This melding of academic research and local business provides a way to insert small works of forward-looking interior design into existing establishments, providing a refreshing change of pace and a moment of visual interest for customers. After exhibiting the work at BYO Studio Lounge, one installation will go to its permanent home at Roast Coffee Company located at 2132 E Locust St. This ceiling installation will provide a new backdrop for the service counter. Another piece is headed for Hi Hat Lounge located at 1709 N Arlington Place, where it will provide a new backdrop for the bar. Opening Event: Thursday, December 9, 2010, 7:00PM-9:00PM Gallery Exhibition: December 9, 2010 through December 26, 2010 Location: BYO Studio Lounge 2246 S Kinnickinnic Ave Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53207 Flyer
Nov 15th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Is Milwaukee Ready for an Aerotropolis? (What’s an Aerotropolis)?
Tom Rave, Executive Director of The Gateway To Milwaukee, will talk about the evolution of The Gateway and its role in leading the exploration and development of a new type of urban development called an “aerotropolis”. An aerotropolis reflects the interaction of airport-centered commerce, real-estate development and multi-modal transportation shaped by contemporary financial, marketing and strategic management processes. The Gateway To Milwaukee is the brand name for an area around General Mitchell International Airport plus for three organizations, the lead one of which is the Airport Gateway Business Association (AGBA). Mr. Rave has been the Executive Director of AGBA since May, 2008 and was a director for the prior nine months. The other two organizations are Airport Gateway Business Improvement District #40 in Milwaukee and Milwaukee Gateway Aerotropolis Corporation, both of which are managed by AGBA. The Gateway’s role is to improve the vitality in the aerotropolis footprint by actively impacting government direction, enhancing the area through security and beautification, marketing the area for economic development and creating mutually beneficial networking opportunities for businesses in The Gateway. Mr. Rave’s previous career for 38 years in Milwaukee was with three banking companies, First Wisconsin/Firstar Banks, Norwest/Wells Fargo Banks and Tri City National Bank. Most of the assignments having were as an account officer and division head/manager in commercial banking, including one stint resolving “problem loans” to troubled organizations. Other functions during those years included training young bankers, private banking, business development for senior and subordinated debt in leveraged transactions, managing cash management and payroll processing businesses, systems development as a user, marketing and strategic planning. The education of Mr. Rave resulted in an MBA from University of Wisconsin – Whitewater in 1980, a BS with psychology as a major from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH in 1967 and advanced studies in clinical psychology at the University of Florida and Loyola University in Chicago. Related current involvements of Mr. Rave are: Steering Committee chair of the Coalition for Advancing Transit in Southeast Wisconsin Participant and Milwaukee Mark Subcommittee chair on the Milwaukee Image & Perception Task Force Ex officio director of Greater Milwaukee Hotel & Lodging Association Location: UWM Campus AUP 345
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Finance & Personnel Committee Meeting
The Finance and Personnel Committee considers appropriations, finances, taxation, revenues, labor relations, personnel, pensions and other benefits, insurance, audits and city budget. The Finance and Personnel Committee meetings start at 1:30 p.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting
The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee reviews issues relating to city development, zoning, historic preservation, incremental tax financing, building codes and housing projects. The Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting
The Community and Economic Development Committee hears matters relating to community development, block grants, job development, business improvement districts, city public relations, industrial land banks and revenue bonds, emerging business enterprises, recreation, cultural arts and the library system. The Community and Economic Development Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Nov 14th, 2010 by Dave Reid
