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Neighbors in Action 2021
Want to make a positive impact in your community?

Join Neighbors in Action! It is a 6-week leadership program that prepares neighbors to make an impact in their community. Every session is facilitated by an expert in that topic and designed to transfer their knowledge and skills to neighbors.

To learn more about the program and to apply please visit our website.



Smoke Alarm Hotline
City of Milwaukee residents who are in need of a smoke alarm can call the Smoke Alarm Hotline. Fire department personnel will come and install one, free of charge.

The hotline number is: 414-286-8980
Recreation Association Partnership Award
We are excited to announce that VIA CDC was nominated and awarded the Wisconsin Parks and Recreation Association Partnership Ward. It is an honor to receive this award and to have been nominated by such a wonderful partner, Milwaukee Recreation. We want to dedicate this award to the Burnham Park Task Force, without their hard work and input, Burnham Park would not be where it is today. 
Pedestrian Power Hour
Join MKE Walks for this virtual Kick-off event focused on the pedestrian experience and street safety. 

If you want to see safer streets and support the pedestrian experience, please join us for a virtual PEDESTRIAN POWER HOUR on March 11th at 6:00 PM or March 13th at
11:00 AM.

ALL ages are welcome!

MeetingID: 971 364 3638
Passcode: MKEWALKS
Phobruary 2021

Thank you to everyone for participating in our weekly raffles and in Phobruary. Please continue to support local restaurants in our community. For more information about local restaurants in our neighborhoods please visit our website.
Photo Credit:
Jeff Sponcia
Photo Credit:
Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa
Photo Credit:
Darcie Muckler
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Amber Jasmine Rios
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Michael Lafayette
MKE North South Traffic Enhancement Study
Did you miss last week’s Virtual Public Meetings?

No worries, you can still provide feedback on the Milwaukee North-South Traffic Enhancement Study! The study focuses on 27th street and the MCTS Purple Line. Check out their website for more information and reach out to share your thoughts!
Meet the Candidates for the
Milwaukee Public School Board 
Do you know who the candidate is for your district’s School Board? If not, here’s your chance to learn more! Watch District 6’s candidate, Xela Garcia, March 4th, from 4:30 - 4:55 PM.


  • District 7 with Henry Leonard, from 4:30 - 4:55 PM Interview 

  • District 5 with Jilly Gokalgandhi & Alex Brower, from 5:00 - 6:00 PM Forum


  • District 6 with Xela Garcia, from 4:30 - 4:55 PM Interview

  • District 4 with Aisha Carr & Dana Kelley, from 5:00 - 6:00 PM Forum

Thank you to Leaders Igniting Transformation, Schools and Communities United, Parents for Public Schools, Hmong American Women's Association, Black Leaders Organizing for Change, African American Roundtable, ACLU of Wisconsin, and Southside Organizing Center!
UEC - In-person Tutoring and Play with Tandem
Need a little help with some school work? Want to have some fun and play with nature, science, and more?

Join Urban Ecology and Tandem as they help with a little work before crafting and enjoying the outdoors! Please bring appropriate clothing, footwear, and other gear (hats, gloves, etc.) to be comfortable and warm when outdoors. A water bottle is recommended as well.

Registration cost covers the entire month. Scholarships are available upon requests. As part of this program, Urban Ecology is partnering with Tandem to provide a meal for each participant to take home at the end of each session. Tandem will be providing volunteers for homework help and additional resources to assist with tutoring.
Fair Maps Matter - Tell your story
Join WI Fair Maps Coalition in their missions to advocate for nonpartisan redistricting. They’re working to have non-partisan maps that truly represent our communities. Check out their website to see how you can get involved!
New Sixteenth Street National Ave Behavioral Health Clinic
The new Sixteenth Street National Ave Clinic, located at National Ave and 17th Street, has opened. This clinic will be entirely dedicated to Behavioral Health. The clinic offers various mental health services for individuals of all ages to respond to their unique needs related to mental health and substance use. We all need help sometimes, make an appointment at 414-672-1353 or visit them at 1635 W. National Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53204.
Urban Ecology Center Updates
Check out their daily schedule, scholarship opportunities and more on their website!


If the cold weather’s got you down the check out the UEC’s In My Backyard webpage. The Urban Ecology Center has many activities available for people of ALL ages.
BElonging Storytelling Workshops
Who belongs? Renaissance Theaterworks Fran Baur Young Critics Project invites high-school aged students to discover, shape and share your stories all about you. In this workshop, on March 10th, you will be guided by experienced coaches through a series of interactive activities (all in a low-pressure setting). Together you will explore the question “Who belongs?" Learn effective storytelling skills, and let your voice be heard.
VIA is hiring
We are currently hiring for a Full-time Real Estate Compliance Manager - Turnkey Renovation Program. To apply, send a resume or updated LinkedIn profile along with a cover letter to Celia at celia@viacdc.org. To ensure full consideration for the application, please apply no later than Wednesday, March 10th. This position will remain open until filled by the right candidate.

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