Events

Community & Economic Development Committee Meeting

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 pa.m. and are held in the Room 301-B, City Hall, unless otherwise noted. Agenda

Milwaukee County: Committee on Transporation, Public Works and Transit
Milwaukee County

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

Public Works Committee Meeting

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

UrbanMilwaukee Happy Hour

UrbanMilwaukee Happy Hour

Come join us for drinks, and a discussion of urbanism in Milwaukee. When: Sept 4th, at 6 PM Where: Taylor’s 795 N. Jefferson Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 Hope to see you there!

Zoning, Neighborhoods & Development Committee Meeting

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

S. 2nd Street Public Meeting

S. 2nd Street Public Meeting

There will be a public meeting and presentation pertaining to the 2010 streetscaping effort to improve S. 2nd Street in the Walker’s Point area. The meeting will be held Friday., September 11, 2009 at the Comedy Sportz place at 420 S. 1 St. at 10:00AM. Please join Alderman Witkowiak and others from the City there to discuss the project.

West Side Plan Listening Session

West Side Plan Listening Session

The evening of Monday September 14th at Concordia Midtown Center (located in the Midtown Shopping Center on the main shopping street between Golden Ark Jewelers and City World Sports) 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. View stations and project concept boards 6:00 – 6:45 p.m. Presentation by plan consultant 6:45 – 7:30 p.m. Additional review and comment

UEDA Annual Community Development Summit Regional Transit: Get On Board!
UEDA Annual Community Development Summit Regional Transit

Get On Board!

Is regional transit for Southeast Wisconsin ready to roll, or stopped in its tracks? More than ever, business growth and employment opportunity have a common challenge – access to transit.  A regional approach to transportation, workforce and building wealth is gaining traction. Though the conversation has intensified, there is much more to be done to achieve our goals.  Progress made in the last year will be reviewed as we work together to make improved transit a reality for our region. JOIN US: Friday, September 18, 2009, 7:30AM to Noon At the Italian Conference Center 631 East Chicago Street, Milwaukee Hear from Mayor Tom Barrett, Governor Jim Doyle (invited) and Keynote Speaker Scott Bernstein, Founder and President of the Center for Neighborhood Technology in Chicago and other business and civic leaders from the region.  Attendees will be provided the opportunity to share their transit concerns and challenges – you’ll be able to share your story with the decision-makers. Click here to register and for complete event information. Or, call 414-562-9904 Registration Deadline: Friday, September 11 Your participation is vital to ensuring the future prosperity of southeastern Wisconsin.

KRM Hearing

KRM Hearing

At the hearing you will learn about KRM project updates and be able to submit your comments in writing, or orally to a court reporter. The hearings are held from 5:00-7:00 pm (presentation: 5:45 pm). Reuther High School Gymnasium 913 57th St. Kenosha, WI

KRM Hearing

KRM Hearing

At the hearing you will learn about KRM project updates and be able to submit your comments in writing, or orally to a court reporter. The hearings are held from 5:00-7:00 pm (presentation: 5:45 pm). Great Lakes Room Racine Bldg. Racine Gateway Technical College 901 Pershing Dr. Racine, WI

KRM Hearing

KRM Hearing

At the hearing you will learn about KRM project updates and be able to submit your comments in writing, or orally to a court reporter. The hearings are held from 5:00-7:00 pm (presentation: 5:45 pm). Harbor Lights Room Milwaukee Downtown Transit Ctr. 909 E. Michigan St. Milwaukee, WI

Southwest Side Area Plan Charrette

Southwest Side Area Plan Charrette

A planning and design workshop for the Southwest Side Area Plan will be held on August 18th, 2009.  We will meet from 6-8pm at St. Luke’s Health Science building, 2901 W. Kinnickinnic Parkway.  This exercise will provide the opportunity for residents, employees, urban designers and planner, and development professionals to engage in an exploration of ideas and application of those for the retrofit of a commercial corridor.