Wisconsin Waterfront Revitalization Conference
Case Studies Linking Revitalization with Resource Protection

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         Moderator: Denny Caneff, River Alliance of Wisconsin

Baraboo River Restoration

Joe Van Berkel, Sauk County Land Conservation Department

The dam removal and restoration of the Baraboo River was discussed. In the 1990s, only 4 of the 11 dams on the river were left. The removal of these dams was a difficult process. The deciding factor for dam removal was the economics rather than the environmental benefits. Nonetheless, the environmental benefits were strong; the number of fish species in the river increased significantly.

Urban Regeneration of Sheboygan: South Pier Redevelopment

Ed Freer. JJR and Tom Holtan, City of Sheboygan

The seven “C”s of a revitalization project were discussed in the context of Sheboygan’s South Pier Redevelopment Project: challenge (e.g., developing a problem statement), champions (e.g., leaders that push the project head, usually local officials), communication (process must be transparent and inclusive), consensus, cash, construct and celebrate.

Ashland’s Waterfront Development Efforts: An “Extreme Makeover” in Process

Christopher Bolt, City of Ashland

The technical details of the Ashland’s Waterfront Redevelopment Project are discussed within three components:

•  The waterfront redevelopment plan
•  The construction of a waterfront trail
•  A pilot stormwater treatment project

River Revitalization Foundation

Kimberly Gleffe, River Revitalization Foundation

The function and mission of the River Revitalization Foundation was discussed, as well as various trail projects along the Milwaukee River.