Through education, coalitions, policy, planning, and projects, we help Wisconsin communities, governments, and people make land use and transportation decisions that both achieve healthy, thriving, equitable, and climate-friendly and resilient communities and protect our natural environment.
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On Thursday, September 26, community members and advocates in Stevens Point had several opportunities to participate in activities celebrating climate resilience and transport equity in an event called “Climate, Connections, and Community.” 1000 Friends of Wisconsin hosted the event with the support of AARP Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Office of Sustainability and Clean Energy, and the… Read more
1000 Friends of Wisconsin and Narvarte Development hosted an event discussing zoning and its impact on housing on September 18th at Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s ThriveOn King development. During the first half of the Zoned Out! event, Kirk E. Harris, J.D., PhD presented the historical context of zoning. His stirring presentation detailed how racial segregation and disenfranchisement have been… Read more
The RE-AMP Network held their annual meeting from September 17-19 in Duluth, MN. More than 100 people gathered at Graysolon in downtown Duluth to connect with each other, share resources, and develop equitable strategies for equitably eliminating emissions in the Midwest. There were sessions on federal funding and voter engagement, as well as breakout meetings… Read more
We continue to call for transportation options that address the diverse needs of the Milwaukee region. State transportation officials need to meaningfully engage the public and present alternatives that uplift the health of our communities. -Carl Glasemeyer Today, Midwest Environmental Advocates and Legal Action of Wisconsin filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court… Read more
As a continuation of our partnership with Walnut Way and Wisconsin Department of Health Services, we hosted a walk audit and lunch conversation on July 16th. Our group of residents, community leaders, advocates, and governmental staff examined walking conditions along Fond du Lac Ave from 20th St to Walnut St. A major roadway improvement project… Read more
