The Milwaukee Cleaner River Conference City Officials, Brady

October/November/December 2005

The Milwaukee City Officials, Brady Street BID, Cleaner River Architectural Firm and Structural Conference Engineering Company Cut Ribbon for

he City of Milwaukee One-of-a-Kind Marsupial Bridge in Environmental T Engineering Section host- Milwaukee ed "The Milwaukee Cleaner River Conference" on he Marsupial Bridge, November 17, 2005. The event located underneath the was held at the Four Points by T Holton Street Bridge, Sheraton Hotel near the airport. opened to the public following Approximately 160 engineers, a ribbon-cutting ceremony on consultants, developers, November 10th; five years property owners, and City after Julilly Kohler had the employees attended. The idea after kayaking down the purpose of the conference was to Milwaukee River. The bridge inform and educate individuals is a pedestrian and bicycle path crossing the river and is who apply for construction State Senator Jeff Plale, Julilly Kohler, Brady Street BID, Department permits about some of the suspended from the Holton of Public Works Commissioner Jeff Mantes, Mayor Tom Barrett, Yan City’s requirements. Street bridge. Because it Nenaydykh, Bloom Consulting, LLC, Architect Grace La, La Dallman seems to hang like a pouch Architects, City Engineer Jeff Polenske and Alderman Michael D’Amato from the existing structure, the cut the ribbon for the one-of-a-kind Marsupial Bridge. term “marsupial” has been utilized to describe it. The ribbon-cutting was well attended by Brady Street Business Improvement District members, merchants from the area, Department of Public Works staff, residents, members of the Mayor’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Task Force, principals and staff from La Dallman Architects The main conference theme and Bloom Consulting, LLC. Dave Schlabowske, Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator for Department Kohler is a neighbor- (right) and Jack Hirt from the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin (left) was the need for better controls rode across the Marsupial bridge with a group of bicyclists to show how and techniques to prevent pol- hood resident who has been “bicycle friendly” the bridge is prior to the ribbon cutting. lutants from entering our rivers active in the revitalization and lake. The agenda for the of the Brady Street area for a number of years. She lobbied for the Congestion conference included topics of Mitigation Air Quality (CMAQ) funds and with the assistance of State Representative permitting, stormwater man- Jon Richards, the City was granted 80% of the funds needed for the project. Mayor Tom Barrett, who was a congressman at the time the funds were sought, also provided Continued on page two Continued on page two Marsupial Bridge Continued from front page Cleaner River Conference Continued from front page assistance. The total cost of the project was $3.2 million. Major agement and erosion control. support for the project was In addition, presentations on provided by 3rd District Alderman innovative methods of Michael D’Amato. stormwater management were The unique design for the made by private developers bridge was created by La Dallman and property owners. Architects, with the structural If you are interested in design provided by Bloom learning more about the conference, contact Nader Jaber at Consultants. The Holton Street Julilly Kohler at podium, from left to right, Alderman Michael Bridge was completed in 1926 and D’Amato, Mayor Tom Barrett and City Engineer Jeff Polenske. 286-0514. The presentations are there was a question whether the Ms. Kohler stated that although many have given her credit for also available online at the idea of the Marsupial Bridge there were many others who www.milwaukee.gov/MCRC. structure would support the felt that a connection needed to made between the two neighbor- Marsupial Bridge. Bloom hoods. She also thanked former DPW Commissioner Mariano Consultants provided detailed Schifalacqua for his assistance in bringing the project to fruition. structural analysis to ensure the safety of the bridge. The sleek, sweeping deck of the Marsupial Bridge is about design by La Dallman now connects 32 feet above normal water elevation. two neighborhoods, the Riverwest The bridge has received rave area (including Kilbourn Park) and reviews for its stylish design which Brady Street. incorporates a deck of long-lasting A groundbreaking ceremony for Brazilian ipe wood and a railing of the bridge was held in May 2004 and it gleaming mahogany slats topped by was completed in November 2005. The stainless steel. Lighting is built into the completed bridge is 642 feet long, 10 feet bridge to provide illumination at night wide, with the bikeway 8 feet. It spans and on the Water Street side there are the Milwaukee River for 200 feet. The several low slung concrete benches in Mayor Tom Barrett provided the welcoming small plaza like area. The remarks. architectural firm believes the area could host movies in The Environmental warmer weather. Engineering Section received The city expects to receive great feedback from the an additional $640,000 in funds participants. Thanks to every- from the federal government one from the Environmental along with tax-incremental Engineering Section for putting financing revenue that will help together an excellent conference. pay for amenities that were too The conference will be presented costly to include in the current again next year. budget. Those amenities include a stairway to the Commerce Street Riverwalk, a connection to an old wooden train trestle and Above, the railings of the bridge feature varnished mahogany additional landscaping. slats, topped with stainless steel. This photo shows the relationship of the Marsupial Bridge to Commerce Street. The view pictured The Marsupial Bridge is below demonstrates how the Marsupial Bridge fits into the part of the Crossroads Project structural design of the Holton Street Bridge. undertaken by the Brady Street Business Association to assist with the revitalization of the Brady Street area and surrounding neighborhoods. Neighborhood organizations are planning a celebration around the Marsupial Bridge on May 20th that will incorporate the Milwaukee River, Kilbourn Park and Brady Street area merchants. 2 Portrait of Former Mayor Frank P. Zeidler Unveiled portrait of former Mayor Frank P. Zeidler, painted by renown A portrait artist, Thomas Pelham Curtis, was unveiled on Tuesday, November 1st on the first floor of the building which had been named in his honor in 1995. Purchase of the portrait was made possible through a fund- raising campaign sponsored jointly by the Wisconsin Labor Society and the Public Enterprise Committee. The committee wanted to purchase the portrait and have it hung for the citizens of Milwaukee to view. The committee’s reason was “there is no man who has felt the heart throbs of Milwaukee better than Frank Zeidler; he knows our history, its neighborhoods, Mayor Zeidler attends the unveiling of his portrait in the Zeidler Municipal Building on Tuesday November 1st. Mayor Tom Barrett and the portrait artist, Thomas Pelham Curtis were also in attendance. our people better than any person. His lifelong quest for justice and peace has into being; a major addition to the Public Works Committee, chaired by been an inspiration to thousands of main library was made and several Alderman Robert Bauman approved the Milwaukeeans”. new branch libraries were created, resolution to accept the portrait. Philip The 93 year-old Zeidler served with including Atkinson Library; UWM was Blank, chairman of the Wisconsin Labor distinction as the mayor of Milwaukee greatly expanded and a large number History Society, who led the effort to from 1948 to 1960, as a Socialist. During of blighted areas were cleared. raise funds and Kenneth Germanson, his administration, the city double in Mayor Tom Barrett made the president of the Society, also made size; a sports arena was created; 3,200 opening remarks. He was followed by remarks regarding the former mayor’s low-income housing units were built; Alderman Robert Bauman who shared many contributions to the community. an educational television station came some of his Mayor Zeidler stories. The Continued on page four

Sanitation Inspector Murawski Assists Police in Capture of Suspect ennis Murawski, a Sanitation Murawski says that the reason he decided to assist the Inspector for the south area officer is because he could see that the suspect was going to D was awarded a Citizen escape or possibly hurt the officer. “We all have to do our Award of Merit from Mayor Tom part to help the police department keep the streets safe. They Barrett and a Certificate of Merit can’t do it themselves. I was glad to help in any way I could”, from Police Chief Nannette Hegerty he stated. at an awards ceremony held on Dennis Murawski’s background includes a stint in the in November 2, 2005 at the Fire and the U.S. Army, three years as a sergeant stationed in the Police Academy. Murawski assisted Panama Canal Zone. He was also trained in the art of self the Milwaukee Police on January Sanitation Inspector Dennis defense by a good friend who was one of several body 12th of this year when he saw an Murawski assisted the guards for the President of South Korea. His training gave Milwaukee Police Department officer on foot in pursuit of a subject. in capturing a suspect on him the confidence to help the officer. According to the police report read January 12th. Mayor Tom When asked if he would do it again, he answered "yes, at the ceremony, he was parked in Barrett and Police Chief without a doubt. When you are in a situation like that, you Nannette Hegerty presented the 2600 block of West National him with awards recognizing don’t think – you just react to what you see. My sister is mar- Avenue, got out and stepped in the his “decision to assist the ried to a police officer and so is my cousin. I have great path of the suspect. The suspect, police with regard for his respect for the men and women who protect and serve. It’s a with his path blocked turned toward personal safety”. very tough job". the officer in a fighting stance. The officer summoned assistance The Milwaukee Police Department commended Dennis and attempted to apprehend the suspect, who then began to Murawski for his "keen observation and quick decision to physically resist him. Murawski, again, disregarded his own assist the police without regard for his personal safety". The safety and assisted the officer by grabbing the combative sus- Department of Public Works also commends him for his self- pect and helped to stabilize him until other officers arrived. less act to help make our community a better place.

3 Mayor, County Executive, Dickens Characters, Nutcracker Dancers Participate in Ceremony “Old Fashioned” City/County Holiday Tree Lighting Set for Red Arrow Park

n Thursday, November 17th Mayor Tom Barrett and County O Executive Scott Walker hosted the lighting of the City/County Holiday Tree Lighting in Red Arrow Park, located on Water Street between State Street and Kilbourn Avenue. The 30-foot Colorado Blue Spruce was donated by the Loving Shepherd Lutheran Church and its school. The tree was planted 21 years ago by Pastor David Seager and his two sons. When Pastor Seager and his 7 and 9-year old sons planted the two 4-feet Colorado Blue Spruces in the front of the Loving Shepherd Lutheran Church Left to right: Mayor Tom Barrett, with daughter Kate, Assistant Pastor Evans, Pastor David Seager, both of Loving Shepherd Lutheran Church and school, Camara Hamilton, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton and Camani Hamilton. The in 1984 they never thought they would alderman’s daughters attended the harvesting of the Holiday Tree with their father. A slice of the tree was given to grow as fast as they did. On the school as a keepsake. November 9th one of the trees was har- vested for the City/County Holiday This year’s event began with a pre- beautiful costumes from the production. Tree. Mayor Tom Barrett and his 7- concert starting at 4:45 p.m. featuring Fresh hot popcorn was available and year old daughter Kate, Alderman the melodious sounds of the Roosevelt Starbucks Coffee’s Cheer Patrol Ashanti Hamilton with 7 year old Middle School of the Arts concert dispensed hot chocolate and treats for Camara and 9 year old Camani were choir. The choir has received top the crowd. on hand to witness the harvesting of honors in state contests with combined This year’s Holiday Tree Lighting the tree along with several school chil- high school and middle school choirs. Ceremony was presented by Greening dren from the Loving Shepherd Adding to the “old fashioned” merri- Milwaukee and supported by East Lutheran elementary school. Pastor ment, characters from The Rep’s A Town Association, Starbucks Coffee Seager said that the tree "will serve as a Christmas Carol, Mr. and Mrs. Company, Milwaukee Downtown BID gift from the church and school to the Fezziwigg (actors Michael Cone and #21, Madison Medical Affiliates, public and serve as a tool to teach the Jenny Wanasek) were on hand to Johnson Controls, Karl’s Event Rental, children civic responsibility". Pastor introduce the sponsors of the event Home Depot Foundation, Milwaukee David Seager and several members of and Mayor Tom Barrett. Dancers from Public Schools, the City of Milwaukee, the Loving Shepherd Lutheran Church another Milwaukee tradition, the and Milwaukee County. People filled and school children attended the Milwaukee Ballet’s The Nutcracker the park and the event received Holiday Tree Lighting. added to the festivities by dressing in excellent coverage by the media.

Portrait Unveiled Larry Penn, who performed a song A cake featuring Mayor Zeidler’s Continued from page three written by former Mayor Frank P. portrait made by Deb Socha and Bakery Zeidler in 1935, “Spirit of Gene Debs”. Department students at Milwaukee Thomas Pelham Curtis spoke of his More than a hundred people Area Technical College was cut and desire to paint the former mayor and attended the unveiling ceremony and distributed during the reception. The how he contacted the mayor to get his the reception that followed. Mayor Planning Committee which purchased permission. The artist’s list of portraits of Zeidler was pleased to note that Jeff and arranged to have the City accept famous people includes former presi- Mantes, Department of Public Works the portrait was composed of Alderman dents Barry Goldwater, Ronald Regan Commissioner, Martin Collins, Robert Bauman, Philip and Bea Blank, and Supreme Court Chief Justice William Department of Neighborhood Services Charlotte Bleistein, Dawn Drellos, Rehnquist. He is also past president of Commissioner and Bevan Baker, Health Grant D. Waldo and Ken Germanson. the American Portraitist Society. Department Commissioner were in the Another portion of the program audience and their respective offices are included a performance by folksinger located in the Zeidler Building.

4 Mayor and Aldermen Encourage Target 1 Residents to Disconnect and Redirect ayor Tom Barrett, Alderman Willie L. Hines Jr., and Alderman Michael Murphy attended a demonstration at the Walldren residence, M 2195 North 53rd Street of how the Disconnect and Redirect program operates on September 6th. This stormwater management tool was being offered to property owners in pre-selected neighborhoods in the aldermen’s districts as a pilot program to gauge the impact that such a program might have on sewage overflows. Disconnect and Redirect was directed at private property owners in order to reduce sewage overflows and basement backups, and to encourage the use 2 of rainwater for other purposes, such as gardening and lawn care. Roof downspouts are a major source of the excess water. The Disconnect and Redirect project involved private property owners voluntarily disconnecting roof downspouts themselves, or having the work performed — free-of-charge — by DPW contractors. Residents were sent letters, received door hangers and were invited to community cafes to get additional information about the program.

At right, photos #1 through #5: Kanesone Simpraphone, technician and Jonathan Steinbach, Civil Engineer in the Environmental 3 Engineering Section demonstrate how to “disconnect and redirect” properly.

Left to right: City Engineer Jeff Polenske, Mayor Tom Barrett at the press conference. The mayor encouraged those eligible to participate in the program.

Alderman Willie Hines speaks of the benefits of the Alderman Michael Murphy has been a long time "disconnect and redirect" program. A portion of proponent of the "disconnect and redirect" program. his district was included in the project.

5 Ray Russell Retires: 37 Years in Department of Public Works

ay Russell found During this time he was promoted to Engineering out about job Technician V. Russell was involved was several high R opportunities with profile street projects including turning part of State Street the Department of Public into a two-way and part of Wells Street into a two-way. Works through his high Ray Russell became involved in some of the city’s school, John Marshall. In biggest and most visible festivals and events in the City of the late 1960s, the City of Milwaukee. Some of them included the Great Circus Parade, Milwaukee would hold Summerfest, Bastille Days, South Shore Water Frolics, exams for entry level RiverSplash, the Veterans’ Day Parade, and Al’s Run. His positions in Milwaukee promotion to Engineering Technician VI coincided with one public high schools. of the largest events in the City, the 2003 Harley-Davidson Russell took an exam for Motor Company 100th Anniversary and Parade of Heroes, draftsman. Following graduation in 1968 he took a job at events he spent an entire year in preparation. Treasure Island, one of the popular retail stores at that time. Russell was presented with a resolution at a Common Later that summer he was called in for an interview Council meeting in September by Alderman Joe Davis. and was eventually hired, starting date was July 22, 1968. Part of the resolution stated: Russell said he took the job because it provided much better benefits and because he really liked drafting. He took WHEREAS, Raymond H. Russell has contributed to the extra courses in drafting in high school. vibrancy and the safety of the of Milwaukee above and He had several promotions and a couple of transfers beyond the call of duty for more than 37 years, and his during his 37 year career. “Every time I moved, I would co-workers and special events coordinators around the go to a better place,” he said. He started out in the Bureau city wish him well in his retirement, and now he will have of Engineers, Maps and Plats Section, got promoted to more time to spend with his family, especially his two Draftsman II in 1971. He was promoted to Engineering grandsons (and one on the way) and to volunteer his Draftsman II in 1972 and was transferred to Traffic time in the community; now therefore, be it Engineering and Electrical Services, while in T.E. & E.S. Russell took a transfer in 1977 to Parking and Playgrounds, RESOLVED, That the Common Council of the City of where he remained for two years before he was promoted Milwaukee herewith congratulates Raymond H. Russell to Engineering Technician IV in 1979. on his retirement from the Department of Public Works, In 1991 he was moved into Traffic Operations, which commends him for his many valuable contributions to consisted of Construction, Pavement Markings, Special the city and wishes for him a happy retirement. Events and Traffic Control. In this area be came a certified “traffic control supervisor”, a title that requires certification The Department of Public Works also wishes Ray and course work in creating safe traffic and work zones. Russell a happy retirement!

Partial Completion of Canal Street Project Signals Renewal of the Menomonee Valley ayor Tom Barrett, Department of cooperation between the City of Public Works Commissioner Jeff Milwaukee, the State of Wisconsin, the M Mantes, Executive Director of the Department of Transportation, the Menomonee Valley Partners Laura Bray, Department of Natural Resources, City Engineer Jeff Polenske, Southeast Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage Region Manager Dewayne Johnson, District, Menomonee Valley Partners, C. P. Department of Transportation and Melissa Rail, as well as numerous other partners. Cook, Department of Natural Resources These groups all came together to accom- and Brian Swenson, Milwaukee plish multiple objectives in conjunction Transportation Partners (MTP) celebrated with the public works project. the completion of the portion of the Canal Mayor Tom Barrett said, “The Canal Street Project from 6th to 25th Streets in Street project provides critical Executive Director of the Menomonee Valley Partners Laura Bray at podium, DPW October 2005. The Canal Street Project infrastructure to serve existing industries Commissioner Jeff Mantes and Mayor Tom Barrett. represents an unprecedented example of and facilitate redevelopment of the Ms. Bray stated that the reconstruction of Canal Street was a key component to the reinvestment of intergovernmental and private business Continued on page seven the Menomonee Valley business corridor. 6 Canal Street Project Henry J. Balconi, Former Continued from page six Central Menomonee Valley to increase family supporting Deputy Commissioner of jobs adjacent to the City’s most densely populated, economically distressed, and minority neighborhoods”. DPW Passes Some of the recent developments in the Valley include the Harley-Davidson Motor Company Museum and enry J. Balconi, former Deputy offices at 6th and Canal Street and the expansion of the Commissioner of the Potawatomi Bingo Casino. Menomonee Valley Partners H Department of Public Works has recently acquired the 13 acre parcel formerly owned passed away in December 2005. A by Emmpak Foods. It has 900 feet of frontage on Canal recount of Balconi’s history with the Street. They are actively marketing the site to businesses. Department as it appeared in the 1994 The primary objectives include providing an effective DPW Annual Report is as follows. Henry J. Balconi traffic mitigation route during the reconstruction of the Marquette Interchange and facilitating redevelopment of the Menomonee Valley. Project elements included Deputy Commissioner Henry J. Balconi, who coordinated segments of the DNR managed Hank Aaron State Trail the Milwaukee Water Works response to the April 1993 (HAST); relocation of an existing railroad spur within cryptosporidium crisis, has retired after nearly 4 decades Canal Street; the reconstruction of the street from 6th to with Milwaukee DPW. Balconi retired in May 1994 after 25th Street; and a new modern roundabout, and a bio- 38 years of service to the City of Milwaukee. retention facility and storm water lift station at the A native of Hancock, Michigan, Balconi held nine posts intersection of 25th and Canal Street. during his 38-year tenure the Department, including The press event was attended by more than 100 Superintendent of two of the right DPW Divisions. He people including representatives from Potawatomi Bingo directed initial improvements to the Water Works following Casino, Department of Natural Resources, Department the outbreak of cryptosporidiosis in 1993. Balconi coordinated of Public Works, MTP and sub consultants, members of a consultant’s study for long term water treatment plant the Menomonee Valley Partners, and WE Energies improvements that are now being implemented and was among others. chairman of the first Inter-Agency Clean Water Advisory The Canal Street Project will eventually stretch to Council established by the Common Council. Miller Park. The extension project is ongoing and will be Throughout the years, Balconi made his mark on the open to traffic by April 1, 2006. Extensive traffic control City of Milwaukee and oversaw many other important equipment to facilitate traffic flow during Miller Park public works projects. Among his other accomplishments events will be implemented in a separate contract this are directing restoration of the historic Pabst Theater, Spring/early Summer. construction of MECCA Convention Hall, restoration of MECCA’s Arena and Auditorium and construction of MacArthur Square. He chaired bid specifications committees for two multi-million dollar contracts for Solid Waste Kudos to… Disposal and Recycling, the largest-ever city service contracts, Administration Section of DPW collected which resulted in significant savings. Balconi spearheaded groceries for the Bay View Community Center the 1990 DPW reorganization and four subsequent reorgani- Emergency Food and Infant Formula Pantry during zations in DPW divisions. October 2005. DPW was contacted because the Balconi joined DPW in June 1956 as a Civil Engineer I Community Center’s food pantry was very low and in the construction section of the Bureau of Engineers, then several families in the Milwaukee area were in need. took a leave of absence from 1957-1958 to serve as a 1st Those who normally contribute were donating Lieutenant in the U.S. Army in Paris, France. food and money to assist those affected by Until 1964 he held the positions in Engineers of Civil Hurricane Katrina. Employees donated 12 bags of Engineer II and III. He was Special Layout and Special food that meant a lot to hungry families. Studies Engineer in Administration (1964-1970) and Engineer in Charge (1970-1975). Balconi served as If you or someone in your area Superintendent of both Bridges & Buildings (1975-1982) has made a major accomplishment, did a good deed or volunteers for a and the Water Works (1982-1987). He was appointed Good special project that you think is Deputy Commissioner in 1987. worthy of being recognized for, please Job! send me an email or fax. Share the Thanks to Roz Rouse, Water Marketing Specialist, good news! who wrote the article for the 1994 DPW Annual Report. KUDOS: A word meaning glory, praise uor credit. 7 PEOPLE IN THE WORKS Administrative Services Daniel J. Hassman, Electrical Mechanic, Electrical Services New Hires Nancy R. Johnson, Inventory Assistant, Support Michelle L. Bendlin, Parking Checker Chris A. Krzynski, Civil Engineer II, Transportation Martin R. Bolling, Parking Checker Raymond H. Russell, Engineering Technician VI, Michael A. Bush, Parking Checker Transportation Naimah R. El-Amin, Parking Checker Amy L. Goldapp, Parking Checker Operations Division Floyd S. Jack, Parking Checker Promotions Mark C. Lewis, Parking Checker Michael R. Daniels, Sanitation District Manager, Sanitation Joanne M. Mauser, Parking Checker John Pelkowski, Sanitation District Manager, Sanitation Robert L. O’Neil, Parking Checker Donald D. Stone Jr., Sanitation District Manager, Sanitation Johnathan B. Simmons, Parking Checker Michael P. Stolowski, Parking Checker Retirements Robert L. Hudnall, Sanitation District Manager, Sanitation Regular Appointments Lacy Sims, Auto Maintenance Mechanic, Fleet Services Aniese Clay, Parking Checker Terry L. Wobick, Sanitation Supervisor, Sanitation Christopher J. Price, Parking Checker Promotions Milwaukee Water Works Kelly L. Carter, Communications Assistant III New Hires Retirements James J. Bolstad, Water Chemist I Candace M. Hoyt, Accounting Assistant I Gregg S. Harris, Water Treatment Plant Operator Anthony A. Jackson, Water Treatment Plant Operator Jason Otto, Water Chemist I Infrastructure Services New Hires Promotions Scott D. Bieganski, Engineering Drafting Technician I, Stevie A. 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