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Black Milwaukee – Where to Go & What to Do!
Black business owners who want to participate in the tourism industry in Southeastern Wisconsin, please come out to Rise & Grind Cafe located at 2737 N. MLK JR. Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212 on Saturday, May 26th so you can get connected to other members of the Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce, Inc. and learn what we are doing to circulate money in the Black community by directing Black dollars to Black owned businesses in our city.
Join us on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/group
Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce, 3020 W. VLIET STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53208
Resolution focusing on drag racing spectators moves forward
An ordinance targeting spectators at illegal race contestsor exhibitions of speed has been recommended for approval by the Public Safety and Health Committee.The intent of the legislation (file #180224), which advanced with a unanimous vote today, is to prevent illegal street racing and spectating of these illegal events, according to lead sponsor and committee member Alderwoman Chantia Lewis.
Ald. Lewis emphasizes this issue is not confined to a specific group in the community or location. “Street racing is a definite problem in my district due to its large, open roadways but this dangerous activity is occurring in multiple parts of the city,” she said. “And the people watching it range from youths to adults and come from a variety of ethnic backgrounds.”
The measure also prohibits the spectating of race preparation. Preparation includes arriving with a group at a predetermined location, impeding the free use of a roadway verbally or physically, as well as revving up and spinning tires prior to a race.
“Crowds gathering to watch this illegal activity only encourages the racing, so we need to discourage the spectating in the first place,” Alderwoman Lewis said.
Ald. Lewis says popular culture is contributing to drag racing’s popularity, citing a hit movie franchise and social media allowing street race footage to be shared.
Under the resolution, spectating fines will range from $20 to $400, together with the costs of prosecution.
The legislation will now go before the full Common Council when it meets at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 30 in the third floor Common Council Chamber at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.
President Hamilton to speak at 200 Nights of Freedom Finale
Common Council President Ashanti Hamilton will be introducing keynote speaker Congresswoman Gwen Moore at the 200 Nights of Freedom Finale, commemorating the 50thanniversary of the fair housing marches in Milwaukee.
The event is TOMORROWSaturday, May 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.at North Division High School, 1011 W. Center St.
President Hamilton is scheduled to speak at 2:05 p.m. The event’s program features musical and poetry performances, presentations about the marches, and recognition of the original marchers some of whom will be present.
“Milwaukee’s Fair Housing Law of 1968 would not have been possible without the sacrifice and courage of these marchers,” said Pres. Hamilton. “These brave souls endured threats and violence, and unfortunately most were never honored for their contributions. We are hoping this event will help provide acknowledgement that is long overdue.”
When: Saturday, May 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Where: North Division High School, 1011 W Center St.
What: 200 Nights of Freedom finale
This Saturday Milwaukee’s Water Taxi will start operation on Milwaukee’s Rivers
Water Taxi MKE will provide rides by boat from river bars, public docks, and apartments on the water. The Water Taxi capacity is currently limited to six passengers at a time per Coast Guard regulations. You can drink, play your own music, and see the city from the water while exploring Milwaukee. Customers can text 414-563-7025 with their location and we will respond with our availability, then you can purchase tickets on board or online and we will pick you up for your water excursion.
Short trips, which will be to the next stop on the river, are $5 per person. Long Trips are $10 per person and you can go anywhere on the river. You can also call or email ahead to set up a Pub Crawl for you and your friends.
Watch for our custom built 19 passenger water taxi coming soon.
Visit us at www.watertaximke.com , email us at [email protected] or call 414-563-7025
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Youth Council decides to allocate funding toward youth homelessness
The CITY OF MILWAUKEE YOUTH COUNCIL is making a recommendation to allocate $35,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding toward youth homelessness. At a special meeting Wednesday, May 16, the Youth Council considered a number of issues for which to allocate resources. After a robust discussion, Youth Council members decided on youth homelessness to include shelter services and outreach for community members age 14 to 18.
On Friday, a request for proposal (RFP) is schedule to be released. Selected applicants will have an opportunity to be interviewed by the Youth Council next month. The Youth Council’s recommendations will be finalized by the Community and Economic Development Committee of the Common Council followed by the full Common Council later this summer.
Annually, the Youth Council provides allocation recommendations for 10 percent of the annual reprogrammed CDBG funds.
LaShawndra Vernon named as Executive Director at Artists Working in Education
Celebrating 20 years of activating public spaces to engage youth in meaningful visual arts experiences, and enhance human potential, today Artists Working in Education, Inc., announced LaShawndra Vernon as Executive Director.
Vernon has a wealth of non-profit executive leadership and fund development experience that she brings to her role. “In our 20th year, we’re filled with gratitude for what we’ve been able to accomplish and excited for what’s next,” said Adam Carr, board president. “As we prepare for our next 20, our board is thrilled to welcome LaShawndra as our Executive Director. Through her vision, leadership and talent, we know AWE will continue to grow and deepen our impact in neighborhoods throughout Milwaukee.”
Formerly LaShawndra was a program director and portfolio manager at United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County, her extensive background in health research and community engagement work focuses on improving the quality of life in communities, and building programs through an equity lens. Vernon is also the founding chair of the Human Trafficking Task Force of Greater Milwaukee. Recently, she served as a consultant for LISC Milwaukee, through her firm Absolute Pryme, a system design firm dedicated to advancing public interest and building collaborative communities.
“As a long time member of the creative community in Milwaukee, it is an honor and privilege to join AWE in enriching the quality of life for children and families. Our community is faced with so many challenges, but in the midst of our struggles, we will continue to cultivate and create joy. If we can feed the joy in neighborhoods we can accomplish anything,” LaShawndra Vernon.
LaShawndra earned a BS in Criminal Justice and Human Services from Springfield College and an MA in Public Service and Dispute Resolution from Marquette University.
A pillar in the community, a naming in his honor
Statement from Alderman Rainey on Dr. Lester Carter
May 17, 2018
As we work tirelessly to improve the health of the community, let us also take a moment to pay
homage to one of our forbearers in this fight: Dr. Lester Carter who founded his pharmacy in
1968. For 50 years, the patrons of Carter Drug Store have been the recipients of courtesy, respect
and most of all health expertise. That is why I am thrilled to lead a street sign naming in Dr.
Carter’s honor for the 2400 block of W. Burleigh St., where his pharmacy has stood as a
cornerstone for community health. With five decades in business, Dr. Carter has served multiple
generations in the community. And with this honorary street sign naming, multiple generations
can continue to remember this pillar in the community.
Local first-of-its-kind memory care facility celebrates 25-year milestone
Ovation Communities’ Helen Bader Center set the standard for home-centered care concept
MILWAUKEE, WIS. – MAY 16, 2018 – This June, Ovation Communities will commemorate the 25th anniversary of its revolutionary dementia care facility, the Helen Bader Center. When it opened in 1993, the center was the first of its kind to focus on creating a familiar home-like environment and person-centered care concept, rather than one that was institutional and clinical. The model has since become a nationally-recognized standard for care in the industry.
Ovation’s Helen Bader Center was the vision of Helen Daniels Bader, former Assistant Director of Social Services and Staff Education Coordinator, and a well-known Milwaukee icon and philanthropist. Spurred on by her intense interest in helping people with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, Bader convened a team of partners including Dr. Uriel Cohen and Dr. Gerald Waisman of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, authors of Holding On to Home: Designing Environments for People with Dementia, and Dr. Christine Kovach, Ovation’s Research Professor in Aging, to work on the project.
It is now understood that the physical environment plays a significant role in the daily lives, treatment and outcomes for people with dementia living in long term care facilities. The Helen Bader Center was built with an innovative mindset, extending the basic vision through every detail from architectural elements like space and lighting, to therapeutic activities like music and art. Modeled to be just like a resident’s home, there are no medical carts, staff wear non-clinical clothing, and residents are encouraged to use common areas for socializing and connecting.
“What we know of today as the standard for care was revolutionary 25 years ago,” said Michael Sattell, Ovation Communities President and CEO. “Helen’s vision, commitment and passion continue to make the Helen Bader Center the amazing home it is today.”
The Helen Bader Center is not only a residential memory care facility, but an institution known for research and education. It continues to be recognized nationally and internationally as an innovative and respected leader in the senior care industry. The research team, led by Dr. Kovach, continues to look at and develop non-pharmacological treatments that enable well-being, and new treatments for early and mid-stage Alzheimer’s and dementia.
The initial project was funded by the Helen Bader Foundation, and continues to be supported by Bader’s sons, Daniel and David, and now Bader Philanthropies, Inc.
“As Bader Philanthropies and our community continue to evolve, we are humbled to have been on the ground floor of supporting compassionate care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia and supporting the work of the Helen Bader Center,” said Daniel J. Bader, Bader Philanthropies President and CEO.
The Helen Bader Center is located within Ovation Jewish Home.
CELEBRATORY EVENT
Ovation Communities will honor the legacy of Helen Daniels Bader and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Ovation’s Helen Bader Center at its In-Ovation Annual Luncheon June 4 at noon. The event takes place at 1451 Renaissance Place. For more information or to order tickets, visit ovation.org/foundation/annual-
ABOUT OVATION COMMUNITIES
Founded in 1906, Ovation Communities is a Jewish faith-based organization, and offers a full continuum of senior living and care options, from independent apartments to rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. Comprised of three locations – Ovation Jewish Home, Ovation Chai Point, and Ovation Sarah Chudnow – Ovation Communities provides outstanding care and vibrant living environments intended to celebrate independent lifestyles. Ovation Communities welcomes residents of all faiths. For more information visit www.ovation.org.
Fire tragedy comes to N. 25th St.
Statement of Alderman Khalif J. Rainey
May 15, 2018
At approximately 3:00 a.m. yesterday (Monday, May 14) Milwaukee Fire Department crews responded to a house fire in the 3800 block of N. 25thSt. in the 7thDistrict. Two elderly occupants of the home were found unresponsive and not breathing on the first floor, and MFD personnel initiated advanced life support efforts.
Sadly, despite those efforts both individuals did not survive.
My sincere condolences go out to the loved ones and friends of the victims, and I wish them peace during this difficult time.
MFD has reported that the home where this fire broke out did not have working smoke detectors. I strongly urge everyone in Milwaukee to please check your smoke detector today, and make sure to check it on a monthly basis. If you do not have a working smoke detector you can request one to be installedFREE of chargeby calling the Milwaukee Fire Department Smoke Detector Hotline (414) 286-8980.