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Do you work for UWM?

This message is from Mike Darnell, a member of MHNA and someone who works at UWM. It is directed to other members who are employed by UWM.   =======================================   Hi,I’m writing to reach out to those MHNA members who are also, like me, UWM employees. I’m writing to ask if you would join me in signing and forwarding a request to Student Affairs.

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MHNA Meeting Reminder

Dear Murray Hill members and friends: Please join us to meet the new leader of MPD District 1, Captain Leslie Thiele, an 18 year veteran of the department. A new academic year has begun at UWM and you’ll want to hear directly form Captain Thiele about her perspective on our neighborhood problems and solutions. And Captain Thiele will surely want to hear your view

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What is your opinion of the East North Avenue Business Area?

The East Side Business District, which is the business area between the river and the lake on North Avenue, is conducting a survey to get input regarding use of the area. The results will help shape plans for development between Oakland Avenue and the river. Please take a few minutes to take their survey. This is your chance to influence their planning. http://www.theeastside.org/categories/20-news/documents/142-make-a-difference-take-the-survey


Invitation to SS. Peter and Paul Block Party

Dear Murray Hill Neighborhood Association: You and everyone in your neighborhood are invited to the family-friendly SS. Peter and Paul Parish annual festival “Block Party” on September 13, 2014. With three musical acts, ending with Paul Cebar in the evening, and our huge Silent Auction, you’ll be sure to find something you like. I’d like to get the word out to people who may

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Cramer Street Block Party – Recap!

The neighborhood activities at the 3100-3200 North Cramer Street Ninth Annual Block Party on Saturday, August 16th were a step above the usual gathering of friends getting together for great food and good conversation.   An added activity for the group consisted of constructing sensory boards for students with autism at the 81st Street School.  A sensory board is basically a board that has attached

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UWM’s Neighborhood BBQ

On Monday, September 1 from 4 – 6 PM, UWM will be hosting a Neighborhood BBQ … UWM Style. The event will be held at the corner of Maryland Avenue and Kenwood Boulevard and is one component of the UWM Fall Welcome – 2014 activities. This event seeks to bring students and area residents together to socialize and set expectations related to neighborly behavior.


Listening Sessions for UWM Chancellor Search

From UWM: ————————- MILWAUKEE – The Search and Screen committee for the UW-Milwaukee chancellor has announced community listening sessions, scheduled for the first two weeks of September. The committee is holding the listening sessions to gather public input on the role of the chancellor and the university in the community. Sessions will be held: Wednesday, September 3, 2014, 4:30-6 p.m. | Urban Ecology Center-Riverside Park

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From MPD District 1 – Sexual Assult

This message from Ofc. Alba at District 1: Date: Wed, 20 Aug 2014 14:30:43 +0000 Subject: Sexual assault  The  investigation continues of a sexual assualt that occurred approx. 10:30PM  Mon. evening 8/18 in the gangway of 3070 N. Oakland av.  A 19 yos W/F was robbed and sexaully assaulted  ( fondled ) by a B/M , late 20’s , 5″10,  170lbs, wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt.

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