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What's New Utility Committee OKs water agreement Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (8/15) Lake Michigan water is one step closer to flowing out of more New Berlin faucets after the city Utility Committee unanimously approved an expanded water agreement with the City of Milwaukee. EDITORIAL: What is Milwaukee’s water worth? Small Business Times (8/13) Last week, Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett signed an agreement to sell Lake Michigan water to New Berlin. This binding contract will undoubtedly benefit the citizens of New Berlin, but little value was gained for the residents of Milwaukee. RESPONSE to the editorial: Water that tastes of zero-sum resentment Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (8/13) It is important for New Berlin to have clean, treated water, and Lake Michigan is a good and legal source. That it comes through Milwaukee is convenient, given where the pipes are, but Milwaukee doesn't own the lake. Ash borer likely to bring con artist infestation, officials say The Capital Times (8/12) Now that the emerald ash borer has been found in two Wisconsin counties, the State Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer protection is warning that the next invasive species to likely to come to Wisconsin will be door-to-door con artists. Forecasters updating rip current forecast technologies Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (8/11) Researchers are working on mapping the lake's western shoreline, which is needed before forecasters in southeast Wisconsin can issue the detailed current warnings that are provided in other parts of the country. Global warming task force approves final report The Wausau Daily Herald (7/24) Wisconsin should reduce greenhouse gases to 2005 levels within the next six years and cut that by another 75 percent by mid-century. Those are among the final recommendations from Gov. Jim Doyle’s global warming task force released today.
General Resources Facts About Wisconsin State of Wisconsin State symbols, tour of the capitol, demographics and more. Wisconsin Great Lakes Commission Since 1955, Wisconsin has been a valued member of the Great Lakes Commission. Wisconsin Governor Profile Council of Great Lakes Governors Includes biography, inaugural address, State of the State address and related links. Wisconsin's Water Library University of Wisconsin Water Resources Institute The Water Library is a collection of almost 30,000 volumes of water-related information plus links to additional sources on the Web. wisconsin.gov wisconsin.gov is a starting point to guide you to the many resources available from Wisconsin state agencies, departments and other governmental branches.
Economy Department of Commerce (DOC) Wisconsin Economic Profile Northeast-Midwest Institute The Northeast-Midwest Institute provides a variety of economic data about the state, including unemployment rate, per-capita income, gross state product, exports, government spending, demographics and more.
Environment Clean Wisconsin Clean Wisconsin, an environmental advocacy organization, protects Wisconsin's clean water and air and advocates for clean energy by being an effective voice in the state legislature and by holding elected officials and corporations accountable. Fishes of Wisconsin, by George C. Becker Wisconsin Sea Grant Now available online, Becker discusses Wisconsin waters and fisheries, and gives detailed species accounts of major Wisconsin fish families, including photographs. Gathering Waters A land trust conservation organization formed in 1995 to assist land trusts, landowners and communities in their efforts to protect Wisconsin's land and water resources. Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin A not-for-profit organization providing grants to local conservation groups who are dedicated to enhancing Wisconsin's natural resources. Ozaukee Washington Land Trust Through preservation and education, the OWLT protects the natural areas and open spaces of Ozaukee and Washington counties in southeastern Wisconsin. Protecting Our Waters Milwaukee River Basin Partnership This web site provides local governments, developers and citizens with a planning guide that encourages good land-use decisions to protect Milwaukee River Basin water resources. The State of Natural Resources (PDF) Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Concentrating of public health and safety, sustaining ecosystems, people, and outdoor recreation. University of Wisconsin Sea Grant A statewide program of basic and applied research, education and technology transfer dedicated to the wise stewardship and sustainable use of Great lakes and ocean resources. Wisconsin Coastal Management Program Established in 1978, this program seeks to preserve, protect and wisely use the resource of the Lake Michigan and Lake Superior coastline for current and future generations. Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) WDNR's mission is To protect and enhance Wisconsin's natural resources, to provide a healthy, sustainable environment, and to ensure the right of all people to use and enjoy these resources. Wisconsin Great Lakes Water Quality University of Wisconsin Sea Grant Institute Advocates the idea that "Great Lakes water quality protection is fundamentally a local concern." Wisconsin Society for Ornithology Features hotline reports, field trips, a checklist of Wisconsin birds, and a monthly newsletter.
Tourism The Great Lakes Circle Tour Ride along on the 6,500-mile Great Lakes Circle Tour: a scenic, international road system connecting the five Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence River! For new visitors to the region, this online travel guide offers informational maps, road routes and estimated mileages, and links to major cities, camping and recreation areas, and natural attractions. Baileys Harbor, Door County Provides tourism ideas, photographs and historical information for Baileys Harbor, located in Door County, Wisc. The Lighthouses of Wisconsin Seeing The Light Join lighthouse buffs Terry and Sue Pepper on a voyage of discovery around the Great Lakes and through history. This site features extensive photography, research and observations of the lights. Wisconsin Department of Tourism
Related Resources GLIN: Lake Michigan GLIN: Lake Superior
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