FEATuRED PROJECT

Three Bridges Park

Native Landscape Restoration, Park and Trail

Project value: $26 million
Project completion: 2013

Project highlights: Transforming a 24-acre brownfield into an urban oasis for generations to enjoy took the tremendous partnership of many dedicated stakeholders, including Menomonee Valley Partners, Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, the City of Milwaukee’s Redevelopment Authority and Department of Public Works, and the Urban Ecology Center. But the effort was worth it: this transformational project features biking and walking trails (including the namesake three bicycle/pedestrian bridges); river access for fishing, canoeing and kayaking; community gardens; a now restored native landscape and much more — all in the heart of Milwaukee’s historic industrial corridor. The project received multiple local awards, including a MANDI Award (Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation) from LISC Milwaukee, and was recognized nationally with the Social Impact Award at the National Brownfields Conference.

Client’s perspective

Monique has been an invaluable resource to MVP, from project inception through completion. As an owner’s representative, she brings extensive construction and budget expertise as well as strong negotiation skills. Her expertise has guided us through strategic questions and complex issues, and helped us make cost-effective decisions while staying true to vision. Most importantly, Monique is a fair, honest, and trusted resource — when projects got complicated, our team as well as contractors, government agencies, and community partners all trusted Monique’s advice to help us move forward together. I have recommended Monique to many others undertaking mission-driven projects; she is unparalleled.

Corey Zetts, Executive Director of Menomonee Valley Partners

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