Representatives from the Area of Concern Community Advisory Committee will join Director John Rakowski in a discussion on current efforts to improve the health of the Milwaukee Estuary, an area of interrelated water bodies including the three major rivers in Milwaukee (Milwaukee, Menomonee, and Kinnickinnic) as well as Lake Michigan. In 1987, this estuary was designated as an Area of Concern under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement due to manmade river modifications, loss of fish and wildlife habitat, and pollution that contributed toxic contaminants to the rivers and Lake Michigan.

Area of Concern Community Advisory Committee members will share more information on the Milwaukee Estuary’s history, its importance, and the impact of efforts to advance cleanup efforts with an emphasis on equity and community engagement. The speakers will focus on facts, personal connections, increasing understanding, and keeping the public informed. There will be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions and learn how to get involved in local efforts.

All ages are welcome! Children must be accompanied by an adult.
This program is free to attend, but donations are greatly appreciated!
Pre-registration is not required, but highly recommended as space is limited and this program may fill quickly.

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