Atwater Beach stairs revitalized
January 11, 2020
The stairs leading down to the lake at Atwater Beach were recently renovated. The stairs are frequently used by the community and need occasional repairs. “The Atwater stairs are a valuable asset to the community,” said Joel Kolste, Assistant Director of Public Works. “This project is...
Village to prohibit vaping in public parks
October 16, 2019
On July 15, the village board passed an ordinance to ban e-cigarette usage in indoor spaces where tobacco cigarettes are prohibited. “The broader discussion happened a while back in terms of health interest in updating and aligning electronic cigarette usage with tobacco usage,” said Ann Chr...
Local festival promotes eco-friendly MKE
Margaret Raicu and Naomi Raicu
October 16, 2019
Community members attending the fifth annual Fish and Feather Festival at Hubbard Park had the chance to learn about environmental conservation efforts and solutions, participate in hands-on activities and enjoy nature. “[The festival’s purpose] is really to get people out to connect them to t...
Community debates improvements to Triangle Park
October 7, 2019
The Parks Commission is in the process of making a decision about what to do with Triangle Park, a green-space at the five-way intersection of Woodburn St., Kenmore Pl. and Olive St. At a meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 10, community members got to share their opinions as well. Over 50 people from the...
Community discusses river access
June 5, 2019
Developers from the Milwaukee County Parks system are planning designs for construction that will bring about repairs and new structures for the Kletzsch Park dam on the Milwaukee River. The project’s objectives include repairing the dam, replacing degraded kayak and canoe portage, improving access ...