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 […]
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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 […]
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Matt Mleczko, Post-Doctoral Associate at Rutgers University Watch the recording of the webinar. Wednesday, August 14 from 12-1pm Learn about ongoing research that demonstrates the link between exclusionary zoning and disadvantage in impoverished neighborhoods. Using data covering the past two decades, Matt Mleczko finds that exclusionary zoning is associated with higher median rents and higher […]
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Using Walk and Roll Audits to Support Active Transportation and Physical Activity. Watch the recording of the webinar. Join AARP Wisconsin and 1000 Friends of Wisconsin on the DHS Chronic Disease Partner call to learn how to use walk & roll audits to improve community health and engagement. Tuesday, July 23 from 9-10am.
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At the end of June, Susan Gaeddert and Carl Glasemeyer attended the Accessible Transportation Summit in Minneapolis hosted by the RE-AMP Network. Carl was on the committee to plan the summit, which focused on equity, accessibility, and the impact of past decisions on current systems and infrastructure. The conference was many things – informative, inspiring, […]
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We have been honored to partner with Wisconsin Department of Health Services to uplift the amazing work Walnut Way Conservation Corp. is doing to improve the health of Lindsay Heights residents. Walnut Way hosts fitness classes, community gardening space, weekly group bike rides, and so much more. June 1st, they held their second annual 5k […]
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