CLEANING UP THE MILWAUKEE RIVER FLOODPLAINS

Milwaukee River Floodplains Cleanup Open House

Thursday, February 15 | 5 PM – 7 PM 
Shorewood Public Library
(3920 N. Murray Avenue)
30 Minute Presentations at 6:00 PM 

Join us to learn about the planned cleanup of the Milwaukee River Floodplains.

Recent soil samples indicate the presence of contaminants on the east and west sides of the river between the former Estabrook Dam and the former North Avenue Dam. To ensure public health and safety there is a historic river cleanup effort underway. Find out why the cleaning of Milwaukee’s waterways is important, what planning efforts are underway, the estimated timeline, and how to get involved.

  • Entrance: This is an open-house style event which will be held in the Village Center Meeting Room – Lower Level.
  • Parking: Parking lot access is off N. Frederick Ave. and E. Shorewood Blvd. If using street parking, be sure to follow local ordinances and be respectful of neighbors.