Aug 30, 2017
Milwaukee has been labeled as one of America’s top 50 of places to live, yet it has also been ranked the sixth most dangerous city. At a time when gun violence remains at epidemic levels nationwide, Milwaukee is pursuing innovative, community-driven approaches for violence prevention. Join Reggie Moore, director of...
Aug 22, 2017
Steve Marcus will discuss the history of the Sculpture Milwaukee exhibition currently on display on Wisconsin Avenue from O'Donnell Park to Sixth St. As the visionary behind the project, Steve will trace its history and discuss the challenges that needed to be addressed in the course of bringing this unique event to...
Aug 16, 2017
Aug 2, 2017
Public Policy Forum President Rob Henken will present his organization's recently-released report on the City of Milwaukee's revenue structure. The report – entitled On the Money? – finds sharp distinctions between Milwaukee and similar-sized cities when it comes to financing the workings of their city governments....
Aug 2, 2017
Erika Poethig, Director at the Urban Institute, will discuss the demographic and economic changes that affect future of the Great Lakes region including Milwaukee and Wisconsin. The discussion will center on how these dynamics affect Milwaukee residents’ ability to access ladders of opportunity, including education,...