MHNA Member Dinner and Meeting | May 28, 2026
Day: Thursday, May 28, 2026
Time: 6:15 p.m. Dinner; 7:00 p.m. Meeting
Place: Plymouth Church, 2717 E. Hampshire Street
Meet Karen Sparapani
Executive Director of the
Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission
Protecting the Public, Caring for Pets:
The Impact of MADACC
Have you ever lost your beloved pet? Have you found a stray dog or cat and wondered who to contact?
If so, chances are you may have connected with the Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission. Since 1999, the MADACC has been providing emergency rescue, temporary shelter, and veterinary care for thousands of stray and abandoned animals across Milwaukee County, often reuniting pet owners with their pets and finding new homes for stray animals.
Her leadership has been recognized with awards from the Milwaukee Public Policy Forum and Best Friends Animal Society for her collaborative, life‑saving work.
Before joining MADACC, Karen spent nearly seven years with the Elmbrook Humane Society. She is a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill, where she studied communication, journalism, and related programs.
Her leadership has been recognized with awards from the Milwaukee Public Policy Forum and Best Friends Animal Society for her collaborative, life‑saving work.
Before joining MADACC, Karen spent nearly seven years with the Elmbrook Humane Society. She is a graduate of UNC Chapel Hill, where she studied communication, journalism, and related programs.
Learn more about the Milwaukee Area Domestic Animal Control Commission.
Please RSVP for Dinner No Later Than Tuesday, May 26.
Everyone is welcome. You can attend the meeting without having dinner.
We’re kicking off the summer grilling season with a traditional favorite: barbecued ribs, cornbread, potatoes, and mixed vegetables prepared by our chef in residence, MHNA Director Steve Klebar!
Come early to meet and visit with your neighbors and dine before the 7:00 p.m. meeting begins. Feel free to bring a dessert to share.
Dinner starts at 6:15 p.m. and our meeting starts at 7:00 p.m.
Please RSVP to attend here no later than Tuesday, May 26, to allow us to accurately plan the meal.
Virtual Meeting Option
We encourage everybody to join our meetings in person. If you are unable to attend in person, you can join via Zoom by registering for the meeting here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
We look forward to seeing everyone!
Please Note: There are no member meetings currently scheduled for June and July. Watch your emails announcing our next meeting date.
April Member Meeting Recap
City of Milwaukee Representatives Emily Smyth, Capital Paving Program Coordinator, and Michael Hutchinson, Sanitation Supervisor, with the Department of Public Works, provided overviews of their work and engaged in lively discussions regarding varied issues important to our residents.
Emily responded to many questions regarding sidewalk and alley replacement, street repaving, pot holes, traffic calming remedies and problems with same and took note of specific areas needing prompt review and attention.
Michael addressed problems with garbage and recycling procedures and facilities, snow and leaf removal, street sweeper issues and the upcoming Clean & Green program.
Both Emily and Michael referenced “Click4Action” as a good method to notify the City of ongoing issues. Learn more about Click4Action here.
Learn more at city.milwaukee.gov/dpw/Infrastructure/Programs/Local–High-Impact-Paving-Programs.
Learn more at city.milwaukee.gov/sanitation.
March Member Meeting Recap
Meet and greet with 3rd District Alderman Alex Brower
Alderman Alex Brower spoke at our March member meeting. It provided members the opportunity to meet Alderman Brower and discuss important issues impacting Murray Hill and the East Side.
Alderman Brower has been representing the 3rd Aldermanic District since April 2025. During the listening session, he addressed key neighborhood concerns, including leaf collection, pothole repairs, the City of Milwaukee Housing Element initiative, and coordinated efforts between city leadership and the Milwaukee Police Department regarding a potential increased in ICE operations in Milwaukee.
Murray Hill Neighborhood Association works with Alderman Brower to address issues affecting our neighborhood.
To share your concerns with the alderman, contact his office here:
Email: Alex.Brower@milwaukee.gov
Phone: 414-286-3447
Aide: Jessica Cook
Email: Jessica.Cook@milwaukee.gov
Renew Your Membership or Join MHNA Today!
It’s time to renew your membership in the Murray Hill Neighborhood Association. We recently emailed reminders to our current members. Not a member? Then please consider joining today.
Read Our Renewal Letter and 2026 Priorities Here.
Your membership supports our commitment to advocate for Murray Hill residents and provide residents a stronger voice and keep our community strong, safe, and vibrant.
The Importance of Members and Volunteers
Members and volunteers are the lifeblood of any community-based association. MHNA depends on your support to help us achieve our purpose to promote quality of life in our neighborhoods.
As a grassroots organization, we receive no assistance from outside interests and are funded only with membership dues and contributions. We could not provide our member programs, events, newsletter and website without your ongoing assistance.
Renew Today to Stay Connected!
Download the renewal application form PDF here to renew your membership today. Mail it with your check or pay online through a secure PayPal portal on our website at murrayhillna.org/membership.
MHNA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and your member dues and contributions to MHNA are tax-deductible.
Thank you for your support. We welcome your ideas to keep Murray Hill a beautiful and engaging place to live. Email us at issues@murrayhillna.org and visit murrayhillna.org to learn more about MHNA.