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 6th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Public Works Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee is responsible for physical services provided by the city such as street and alley maintenance, waste collection, disposal and recycling, sewer, water and flood control projects, assessments, public buildings, land and waterways. Public Works Committee meetings start at 9:00 a.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda
Dec 5th, 2009 by Dave Reid
Committee on Parks, Energy and Environment
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 3rd, 2009 by Dave Reid
Integrating Urban Planning Into Municipal Water Quality Monitoring Programs
The Department of Urban Planning, in collaboration with the School of Public Health, is pleased to announce the next lecture for its Fall 2009 Smart Growth Seminar Series. Dr. Julie Kinzelman, Director of Racine’s Health Department Laboratory, will make a presentation, entitled “Integrating Urban Planning Into Municipal Water Quality Monitoring Programs.” She will discuss the public health, social, and economic threats from bacterial contamination of rivers, inland lakes, and coastal waters. Participants will learn about proposed changes to the Clean Water Act, currently available rapid test methods for fecal indicator organisms, and steps necessary to identify impacts of land use/pollution sources on flowing/coastal waters and public health. Details: Tuesday, December 8, 2009 12:00PM – 1:20PM Room AUP 110 Free pizza will be provided, courtesy of the Department of Urban Planning. Please feel free to forward this email to anyone whom you know that might be interested. For more information, please see the SARUP website: http://www.uwm.edu/SARUP/planning/smartgrowth/index.html
Dec 3rd, 2009 by Dave Reid
A World Party of Culture, Music & Food
Urban Economic Development Association of Wisconsin (UEDA)’s Annual Fundraising Event This event was unique and different from any other that I’ve attended.” ~ Reggie Lawrence “I loved all the food at the event – a great idea to feature more than one restaurant.” ~ Oscar Johnson, Jr. “Diverse music, food and dance…there was something for everybody.” ~Jesse Greenlee Join us for a celebration of culture & diversity:
Dec 2nd, 2009 by Dave Reid
Committee on Economic and Community Development Meeting
The Milwaukee County 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, 2009 by Dave Reid
Rally for Transit
Come join us at the Rally for Transit, Jobs, & Economic Growth! Let’s make our voices heard loud and clear, here and across the state! We can get an RTA and create new jobs and economic growth but our window of opportunity is VERY short. Join us at the Transit Rally! It’s time to get the RTA moving forward!! We can’t afford to wait. Saturday, December 5 at 1:00 PM Veterans Memorial Park, National Avenue at 70th St. in West Allis, WI On bus routes: 54, 76, and 18 Park on west side of Market Square parking lot (near Pick N Save), enter off National Avenue just west of 70th St.) The RTA is urgently needed now Dedicated funding for buses is needed now. We cannot afford to wait and watch our bus system crumble and KRM Commuter Rail get sidelined along with the jobs and economic growth it would bring. – Our regional economic growth and economic competitiveness are paramount and depend on good regional transit and an RTA. – Job connections and job creation must be a top priority and also rely on a vibrant regional transit network and an RTA. We need to invest in creating jobs! – We must create the environment where the economy and jobs can grow: transit is a necessity and an RTA is needed to support a good regional transit network. – Transit cuts are imminent and will hurt businesses, workers, and tax payers when people can’t get to work, school, shopping, healthcare. Transit dependent people rely on transit services as their lifeline. Unemployment and isolation hurts everyone. We must have adequate, dedicated transit funding now.
Nov 30th, 2009 by Jeramey Jannene
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 27th, 2009 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. CPC Agenda 12/03/2009
Nov 23rd, 2009 by Dave Reid
Riverwest 24
Riverwest 24 is a community event that has as its goal to build our neighborhood. By encouraging bikers and spectators to come out for a full day we hope to show off Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood and encourage biking in an urban environment. Through this exercise in stamina, team work and merriment we hope to build an event that all people in Milwaukee and beyond can enjoy by participating in, volunteering for or by cheering on the riders. This is an event for anyone who wants to participate. You don’t need to be a bike racer to join in. Check out the race route, call your neighbors, grab some lawn chairs and join us this July! This race is for people who enjoy biking, want to push themselves, or just want to participate in an event that is like nothing else you have encountered. Even if you think you aren’t ready to ride for 24 hours, you can split it up with a team. There are also many opportunities to help other ways. Check ourvolunteerpage. The RW24 was born through community block watches throughout Riverwest. It is a way for our neighborhood to welcome new people, strengthen relationships within the community (and beyond), and show everyone why Riverwest is amazing. From riders to volunteers, organizers to community sponsors, everyone brings a different talent and interest to the table. There is no way a few people talking about a bike race in their back yards could have come up with something like this. A whole neighborhood made this. I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say, VIVA LA RIVERWEST! For more information contact: info@riverwest24.com
Nov 22nd, 2009 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 20th, 2009 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 20th, 2009 by Dave Reid
