Madison Community Fridges: An Experiment in Community Care
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Spring 2021
Madison Community Fridges:
An Experiment in Community Care
Madison community, spawning an incredible collec-
By Julia Levine tion of efforts.
Hello neighbors! My name is Julia Levine and I’m At first, it seemed like no one knew the fridge was
the mutual aid coordinator for Tenney-Lapham Neigh- there, but after about a month, there were lines forming
borhood Association, and one of the Madison Com- at the fridge, and it was clear that this project was ful-
munity Fridges advocates. As some of you may have filling a need. Volunteers stepped up and built a shelter
seen, in late March the city has ordered the community for the fridge, to keep the temperature stable in cold,
fridge and pantry at E. Johnson and Brearly to discon- rainy, and hot conditions. Now, a team of neighbors
tinue food distribution, citing zoning violations. check the fridge temperature daily, clean and sanitize,
and stock with food. We partner with the River Food
In August 2020, a group of friends and employees Pantry, local chefs, and several CSA farms to keep the
of Troy Farm, a small CSA farm on the north side of fridge stocked, and end up re-stocking around every
Madison, got together to bring this community re- 72 hours.
source to the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood.
I’m sure that some of you reading this have partici-
This project responded to an increase in food inse- pated in using or stocking the fridge. As a host of the
curity during a time of compounding health and finan- fridge, it has been incredible to experience the ways
cial crises. We plugged the fridge into our house, and that neighbors have cared for this resource, and the
stocked it with excess produce from Troy Farm, and ways it has affected people. We have gotten notes on
other small donations. Over time though, the project our door thanking us, artwork given in exchange, and
has been embraced by our neighborhood and larger continued on page 9
Tenney Lapham Neighborhood Association Council Members President’s Corner
but it will surely be a joyous
celebration of our neighbor-
President Jonny Hunter 1105 E Johnson president@tenneylapham.org (608) 320-0017 hood and togetherness. The A community centered in Christ,
Vice President Tyler Lark 842 E. Dayton tylerlark@gmail.com gathering in love, growing by grace,
Secretary Maddie Kasper 445 N. Few St. madkas44@yahoo.com
specifics of party plans will be going forth to serve.
Treasurer Nick Crowley 1123 E. Mifflin St. treasurer@tenneylapham.org (414) 350-2183 based on COVID-19 rates in
Business Gwen Shales 1221 Sherman Ave. geshales@gmail.com (630) 215 4153 the weeks before and will be
shared through the TLNA list-
Walking to
Meghan Conlin
Development
Housing Keith Wessel
936 E. Dayton
307 N. Ingersoll
mjconlin@gmail.com
krwessel@itis.com
(608) 963-6580
(608) 256-1480 serv. If you haven’t yet signed Worship
Communications Stefan Davis 815 E Johnson St, tenneylapham.comm@gmail.com up for the neighborhood list-
Events Marta Staple 461 N. Baldwin martastaple@gmail.com serv, you can do it now by vis- Another way to go
Parks Pat Kelly 1210 E. Mifflin pjkmifflin@sbcglobal.net (608) 358-6603 iting tenneylapham.org and Green!
Transportation/Safety selecting About, then Join the Sunday Worship
Mutual Aid Coord Julia Levine jlevine312@gmail.com TLNA listserv.
Area Rep Green 8:30am Organ Pre-Service
Area Rep Yellow Evelyn Atkinson 414 Washburn Pl. evie.mara@gmail.com 9am Classical Worship
Area Rep Red Rose Staden 333 N Baldwin St Badgernurse@uwalumni.com
The TLNA board held a pro- 11am Contemporary Worship
Area Rep Purple Michael Donnelly 1141 E. Johnson donnelly@foolproofplan.net (608) 729-5865 ductive virtual retreat in Feb-
ruary. Board members got to Childcare, Adult Education,
Jonny Hunter know one another better and Sunday School, Community
committed to enrich and ex-
For the first time in the tend council efforts to develop 944 E. Gorham St.
The newsletter of the Tenney-Lapham Neighborhood Association is published and distributed without charge to all households in
year-plus that I’ve written community and support each Madison, 53703
the Tenney-Lapham Neighborhood (delineated by Lake Mendota, North Blair Stree, East Washington Avenue and the Yahara River).
these columns for the TLNA other throughout the neighbor-
Requests for information regarding sumissions and advertising may be directed to the TLNA Newsletter Editor, PO BOX 703, Madi-
newsletter, I finally feel the hood. One way the council will (608) 257-4845
son, WI 53701 (tlna.newsletter@gmail.com) or found at http://tenneylapham.org/adrate.html.
hope of seeing the end of this achieve this is through a mutual www.cpcmadison.org
The deadline for the Summer 2021 issue will be July 1, 2021. Views expressed in the newsletter are the view of the writers and not
pandemic. The last year has aid position currently filled by
the views of the TLNA Council. The contents of this newsletter along with back issues can be found at the TLNA’s homepage: http://
left behind so much loss — of Julia Levine. Mutual aid is a
tenneylapham.org.
family members, jobs, homes voluntary reciprocal exchange
Editors: Meghan Kelly, Stefan Davis Circulation: 2,400
and cherished institutions. So of resources and services for
many neighbors went to work mutual benefit and is a model
Layout: Keith Wessel Printer: Thysse Printer Services every day in the face of the the council is excited to em-
pandemic, juggling new stresses brace and to learn about. Julia’s
and scheduling challenges experience with helping run the
along with everything else. community fridge project and
Currently, more than half of connecting with neighbors on
all adults have been vaccinated rent assistance and other needs
in Dane County and the state makes her a great leader for
just made access available to these efforts toward building a
anyone who wants a vaccine. better community through sup-
MMSD schools have started porting one another.
in person again and options are
expanding to see family and Before the pandemic hit, The
friends safely. I can’t wait to see Madison Youth Arts Center was
our neighborhood’s in-person just starting construction but in
celebrations and traditions early February I was able to
restart. take a tour of the building and
we are so lucky to have a world
Speaking of in-person cel- class arts center right here in
ebrations and traditions, mark our neighborhood. The benefits
your calendar for June 6, 4 p.m. of the center will be substan-
– 7 p.m. in Reynolds Park for tial for the whole city but I’m
the annual Party in the Park. incredibly excited that it is part
This year’s version will be CO- of Tenney-Lapham and I look
VID-19 conscious and not the forward to its opening this sum-
same format as previous years, mer and fall.
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News from Patrick Heck, District 2 Alder Hunter and Patty Prime — we were Please continue patronizing our merly the location of Forequarter.
all quite impressed with the range of many restaurants and taverns, all of They are currently offering in-house
have changed the dynamic of city the arrangements on some streets performance, rehearsal, classroom, which have pivoted and scrambled and pick-up — it is anticipated that
meetings - alders and city staff typi- more permanent. Staff are strategiz- and shop/tech spaces. just to stay open — they all still Hone will also have café seating
cally do not see who is speaking, so ing on whether they can rebrand desperately need your patronage. along E. Johnson.
eye-to-eye contact is lacking, as is the program from COVID-19 re- Valor We all know that the pandemic has
some conveying of emotions. One sponse to reimagining our streets. been particularly tough on the food Johnson Public House Plans
positive outcome of being in a vir- They need to work things out with According to Gorman & Co., and beverage industry, but there still New Venture
tual world, however, is that many stakeholders, such as emergency Valor at 1322 E. Washington will seem to be opportunities in bustling
more meetings are now stream- response agencies, and bring this open in September 2021. Valor is Tenney-Lapham. In early summer, the JPH gang is
ing live, as well as recorded and year's project list to the Transporta- an affordable housing development planning to open a new restaurant
available anytime on Madison’s tion Commission. They hope to start focusing on veterans and their fami- New Sushi Restaurant Pro- at 824 E. Johnson, formerly the lo-
City Channel. I highly recommend implementing the first phase of this lies and will include a first-floor lo- posed at Arden cation of Dr. Wilke’s Chiroprac-
watching committee and Common year's Shared Streets program as cation of a veterans’ support organi- tic. They are planning to focus on
Council meetings. Pro Tip: you can early as May, but that will depend zation. 50 of the 59 apartments will Red Sushi has proposed a new a family-friendly atmosphere and
speed up the playback to save time on how the coordination efforts go. be for those with 60%, 50% or 30% fast-casual restaurant at the base propose both indoor and outdoor
and avoid the tedious parts! This is promising news, but I will or lower of County Median Income of Arden on E. Washington. Their seating.
News from Patrick Heck, reiterate that this is a citywide pro- and support services will be avail- plan is to focus on inside and patio
District 2 Alder A few updates on city issues gram in which equity in resource able. dining, as well as pick-up/delivery. Please don’t hesitate to contact me
follow: distribution must be considered. I They hope to open in the late sum- with questions or input.
I am submitting this article prior hope that District 2 and all of the 720 E. Dayton St. Parking Lot mer or early fall.
to knowing the General Election re- New Tenney Beach Shelter city can benefit from any implemen- Patrick Heck
sults. If April is the last month of my The 1970s-era Tenney Park beach tations. Last year Veritas Village opened a Hone Opens on E. Johnson district2@cityofmadison.com
being District 2 Alder, many thanks shelter is expected to be replaced satellite parking lot in the 700 block www.cityofmadison.com/council/
to neighbors that I’ve had the plea- beginning this fall. The new shel- Development Updates of E. Dayton. The lot was formerly Mike Parks has opened a new district2/blog/
sure of working with as your repre- ter will include a pump room as 12 N. Few Street used as Reynolds Company em- restaurant at 708 ¼ E. Johnson, for- 608-286-2260
sentative on Common Council. If, part of the Clean Beach system that ployee parking and for construction
on the other hand, I am re-elected, is a joint project between the City This mixed-use redevelopment staging for nearby developments.
we have two more years of working of Madison and Dane County. The proposal for the site of Scooter Veritas Village has applied for a
together to make Tenney-Lapham, pump system will filter out con- Therapy, could be considered by Conditional Use Permit for the lot
District 2, and the entire city a bet- taminants and dangerous algae be- the Urban Design Commission in that Plan Commission is expect-
ter place to live for all. tween the shoreline and an in-water mid-May with the Plan Commission ed to consider in late April. Some
curtain wall that will surround the considering their requested demoli- neighbors prefer housing to be con-
City meetings have been virtual swimming area. A slide presenta- tion permit later that month. The structed on the lot while others want
since the pandemic shut us down. I tion from the project’s Public Infor- owner proposes to retain the major- a properly landscaped, lighted, and
anticipate that virtual-only meetings mation Meeting can be found at the ity of the current structure’s shell, fenced lot with proper drainage that
will continue into the summer, but Parks Division’s project website: construct an addition on the Few can relieve pressure on street park-
as the vaccinated population grows https://bit.ly/3wnb0vO. Street side, and add a second floor. ing.
and the community slowly reaches As proposed, the first floor would
herd immunity, I hope city meet- Shared Streets Program contain 8 garage-like commercial Neighborhood Restaurant
ings will have in-person participa- spaces and the second floor would News
tion options. It is not yet clear if and According to City Traffic Engi- have 8 one-bedroom apartments.
how hybrid in-person and virtual neering, they received over 1,000 There would be four parking stalls
meeting logistics might work, but it survey responses on the Shared on site. TLNA Council sent a letter recipe: maple vinaigrette
seems unlikely we will go back to Streets program from last year. 83% of support to UDC in February. We look forward to ¼ cup maple syrup
in-person only. of respondents liked the program. seeing you at the ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
As a result, TE is planning to bring Madison Youth Arts Center Dane County Farmers’ Market!
¼ cup olive oil
Using Zoom has allowed many back a bigger and better program, 1 tbsp lemon juice
more folks to participate in city with signing and public engage- MYAC at E. Mifflin and N. In- Stay safe and healthy. 1-2 shallots or garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp dried basil, crushed up
meetings, but there are downsides. ment improvements. They are also gersoll St. is still expected to open salt & pepper, to taste
Those who do not have computer, working on ways to improve equity in the early summer, although the
smartphone, and/or internet ac- of the program. Staff have been re- composition of classes and perfor- Combine all ingredients in a jar. Cover and shake
cess are left out; folks who struggle searching the programs in other cit- mances are still TBD as the pub- vigorously.
www.pattersonsugarbush.com Make a superfood salad by tossing with spinach or
with technology are hamstrung, and ies to learn from their successes. lic health situation and restrictions arugula, roasted beets, avocado, grapefruit
those who are not limited by those evolve. They also plan to have a pattersonsugarbush@gmail.com sections, sunflower seeds, & microgreens.
factors are perhaps overrepresented TE also received public inquiries grand opening in early fall. I toured
at meetings. Virtual meetings also on whether and how they can make the site in February with Jonny
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Foxes in the Hood Living Your Life in the Neighborhood Spring into the Outdoors with Dane County help restore more than 143 acres to
natural prairie, including our expan-
Many of us find comfort being for you, no matter what. Now, if those difficult times, one resource sion of the Pheasant Branch Conser-
surrounded by neighbors who watch there’s something they can’t handle many of us turned to was the out- vancy near Middleton.
out for each other, share their lives they can get a hold of someone that doors—where we could unwind and Dane County removed over
and support each other in times of can handle it.” explore Dane County’s many natural 40,000 tons of sediment from the
need. As older adults choose more resources. Even in the midst of the bottom of the Yahara River between
frequently to age at home, some- SAIL members volunteer to help COVID-19 pandemic, Dane County Lakes Monona and Waubesa last
times a little extra help is needed each other by providing rides, de- was able to make great strides in the year, reducing the risk of future
along the way and SAIL — Sharing livering groceries, lending a listen- areas of conservation, water quality, flooding during periods of heavy
Active Independent Lives helps to ing ear to those vulnerable to isola- prairie restoration, and flood preven- rainfall. We were also able to com-
fill those gaps and also provides a tion, and helping with light chores. tion. And as the weather warms and plete our "Suck the Muck" project in
real peace of mind for seniors and SAIL offers a pre-screened Service the pandemic wanes, we are eager to Token Creek, which will help limit
Two fox seen in the backyard of a their families. Since 2005, SAIL Provider Directory, a daily Rise and welcome Dane County’s many resi- the frequency and extent of hazard-
house on the 900 block of E. Day- has been a member-led, nonprof- Shine automated check-in program, dents back outside to explore recre- ous algae blooms. With each pass-
ton in late January. Photos by Bob it organization in Madison and a social and educational program- ational opportunities. ing year, we are improving the wa-
Shaw founding member of The Village to ming and many member-led groups In 2020, Dane County permanent- ter quality in our local lakes, rivers,
Village Network, an international and initiatives. ly protected 600 acres of property and streams for future generations.
association of 280 villages. One with the Dane County Conserva- Our accomplishment in the out-
SAIL member describes the value This issue of the TLNA newsletter tion Fund. An additional 600 acres doors—direct investments into the
of her membership this way, “SAIL celebrates Community and Connec- were able to be protected through quality of life we enjoy here in Dane
is just like a village. We get to know tion. SAIL is a community within By Dane County Executive Joe our increasingly popular Continu- County—are many. Like you, I look
each other by doing so many differ- a community, offering connection Parisi ous Cover Crop Program, designed forward to warmer weather when
ent things. SAIL takes care of the and support just when you need it. to mitigate flooding and reduce ero- we can get back outside and enjoy
people in our village. I tell all my To learn more, visit www.sailtoday. 2020 will long be remembered for sion. We were also able to collect all that our incredible county parks
friends that SAIL is always there org or call SAIL at 608-230-4321. its many challenges. Yet, through over 1,700 pounds of prairie seed to and recreation areas have to offer.
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Community Fridge made the fridge open to criticism is accomplish as a neighborhood. This
continued from page 1 its accessibility. The fridge is locat- effort has been a demonstration of
ed right next to the sidewalk on E. the power of grassroots mutual aid
Johnson, thus making it a safe and work. Hundreds of people have
anonymous place to pick up food. contributed to the fridge in large
The fridge offers barrier-free access and small ways. Grocery work-
to food that doesn’t require paper- ers bring by excess food after their
work and can be used at any time, shifts, neighbors drop off handfuls
day or night. Another upside to this of produce after their weekly runs.
model is its simplicity. The fridge We’ve raised over $5000 in dona-
allows for food “waste” to be dealt tions, started another fridge in the
with in an efficient and simple man- Regent neighborhood, and distrib-
ner. Much of the recovered fresh uted thousands of pounds of food.
and healthy food at the fridge would It’s been a tremendous success.
otherwise be composted or thrown For now, the odds are against
away by the industrial food system. community fridges working out in
The fridge has been cited for be- the long term. They are currently in
ing in violation of zoning codes violation of Madison zoning codes
and plugged into a residential lot. and that probably won’t be chang-
Unfortunately, it must come down ing soon. But from what we’ve
even a fresh dish of potatoes made at the E. Johnson site, but we are learned, neighbors coming together
from the fridge stock. working with community partners can be a powerful force for good.
to move the fridge to another loca- And that won’t be changing any-
One of the most unique aspects tion. time soon.
of the Madison Community Fridge Ultimately, we are extremely
and probably one of the things that proud of what we have been able to
Tenney neighborhood yard sale is coming back on Saturday, August 7th!
You may have been stockpiling sale will be held on Saturday, Au- will be plenty of neighborhood
your stuff over the past year as gust 7th, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. and online promotion leading up
the pandemic dragged on. Well, To sign up as a seller visit ten- to the date.
summer's coming and here's your neylapham.org and fill out the TLNA is so glad to be getting
chance to get it out of your house Google form under Events. We'll back to neighborhood events!
and into the hands of someone keep you posted about the details, Questions? Contact Anne Katz
who's been waiting for that purple including recommendations for at tenneyyardsale@gmail.com
fringed lampshade or some such safe and distanced yard sale-ing,
item. as we get closer to August. We'll . See you at the yard sale!
The Tenney neighborhood yard keep promoting the sale and there
Tenney Park Pedestrian Bridge Designer Bud Arnold Dies at 87
There is not a more iconic away peacefully at the age of 87 at versity of Wisconsin buildings, as
structure in the Tenney-Lapham home on February 2nd, 2021. well as the Monona Terrace Con-
neighborhood than the pedestrian vention Center. His involvement
bridge at Tenney Park. In fact, a The Tenney bridge was not all in creating the multi-government
silhouette of the bridge is embla- the Madison native was responsi- financing and governance concept
zoned on the masthead of this very ble for. Arnold left his mark around ensured that the convention center
newsletter, as well as our social the state, contributing to many key would successfully be completed.
media accounts and street signs projects, including structural anal- He went on to win many awards
around the neighborhood. The ysis of the Camp Randall upper for his contributions to our city
original designer of the bridge, deck, Pettit Ice Arena, The Wis-
Orville “Bud” Arnold, passed consin Center and multiple Uni- continued on page 14
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Pencil It In — Sunday Party in the Park is Back! Following in the long and wonder- Mutual Aid Efforts in the Tenney-Lapham Neighborhood access and the community fridge,
ful tradition of Cork ‘n Bottle found- — and how you can plug in! gas cards, and direct payments to
ers, the TLNA hosts a neighborhood houseless families. If you would be
block party each June that is now By Julia Levine those conditions and care for each interested in supporting the Mutual
called Party in the Park and is held other in the process. Aid Fund, it’s very simple. Every
at Reynolds Park. This neighbor- Hello neighbors! My name is Ju- In Madison during the COV- donation made to the TLNA over
hood party is intended as a welcom- lia Levine and I am the new “Mutu- ID-19 crisis, these efforts were built the next three months will go to
ing space for all neighbors to gather al Aid Coordinator” for the Tenney- upon with solidarity-based support this fund. Just to visit our website
together, greet old neighbors and Lapham Neighborhood Association networks forming across the city. at tenney-lapham.org or send in a
friends, and meet new ones. Last (TLNA). This position started at In the initial days of the crisis, hun- check to donate to the fund at P.O.
year, the event was cancelled due to the beginning of 2021 to address dreds of volunteers came together Box 703, Madison, WI 53701.
COVID-19. It's unsure yet whether the acute needs that neighbors in the organization Dane County Beyond monetary support, there
circumstances will allow for a safe face during these difficult times. Community Defense. Within two are many other ways to contribute.
and fun Party in the Park gathering Through this article, I hope to give months, they had raised and re-dis- Mutual aid is a dynamic process
this summer. For now, pencil in Sun- some helpful background on what tributed over $80,000 in emergency of re-imagining neighborhood and
day, June 6 from 4-7 p.m. on your cal- exactly mutual aid is and how it assistance payments. In addition, community relations. If you are
endar. Plan to bring a picnic. If you works, and at the end of the article, they developed a network of volun- interested in contributing in other
haven't yet, subscribe to the TLNA I will provide some ways to plug teers to drop off groceries and pro- ways — maybe you are willing to
listserv visit groups.io/g/tlna. We'll into the work, if you are moved to vide emotional and legal assistance help someone with a flat tire, or
keep you posted on developments as do so. to those navigating stressful cir- give someone a ride across town
we get closer! Watch for updates in Mutual aid is the practice of cumstances. Other groups such as in an emergency, or can cook regu-
the email listserv, facebook.com/Ten- working collectively to meet the Feeding the Youth, Urban Triage, lar meals for a neighbor — please
neyLapham on Facebook, or follow needs of everyone within our com- and Freedom Inc. have implement- email me at jlevine312@gmail.
munities. It involves seeing our- ed similar efforts across the city. com. We will be building on this
@tenneylapham on Instagram. selves within a common struggle Within our own neighborhood, work for the coming months and all
and responding to the acute needs we have several examples of mu- voices are welcome.
www.edwardjones.com of those within that struggle. This tual aid efforts occurring. The
form of solidarity-based support Lapham-Marquette Parent-Teacher
has been practiced in resource- Group has developed the Acute Have an old House?
starved communities for centuries, Needs Fund to distribute funding Hire the Old House Whisperer!
but has more recently entered the to families with school-age chil- ¥ Attic and Basement Finishing
mainstream conversation with the dren within the neighborhood that ¥ Create more space without adding-on
proliferation of mutual aid projects are experiencing financial crises. In ¥ Bathrooms: repair and update or rebuild
in the face of Covid-19. addition, the Madison Community ¥ Free consultations and brainstorming
One of the most prominent ex- Fridge, on E. Johnson and Brearly,
amples of mutual aid work is from has been established to bring eas- FREE THIS WINTER!!
Investing is the Black Panther Party. Their late
60s and early 70s programming
ily accessible food to neighbors in
a simple, effective way. This work
One Little Free Library with Every
Bathroom Remodel or Equivalent!
about more than money ... included free medical clinics and is volunteer-based, and is a form I’ll Replicate Your House
or Create your Dream House
Most people invest hoping to achieve something important
for themselves or their family. That could come in the form
testing for sickle-cell anemia, an of direct-democracy participation, In a Registered Little Free Library
of financial independence, a comfortable retirement, emergency-response ambulance in which people take responsibil-
program, and, most well-known, ity upon themselves for caring for
paying for college or protecting your family. Have you had
a face-to-face conversation with your financial advisor Historical Restoration ¥ Repairs
about your goals?
a Free Breakfast for Children pro- one another, in the hope of building Competitive prices
gram which fed over 20,000 youths new social relations in the process.
At Edward Jones, we stop to ask you the question: “What’s
important to you?” Without that insight and a real under-
in 19 cities within a year of its Recently, the TLNA has formed
Joseph Weinberg
standing of your goals, investing holds little meaning. We
take the time to build a relationship with our clients so
launch. Their efforts differed from a mutual aid working group. So
Fine Carpentry
that we can help them work toward the things that really
are important.
So, what’s important to you?
a charity model, as they aimed to far, we have distributed $1150 of
develop new social relations of funds, $750 has gone to a neighbor
(608) 251-2821
Contact us today for a face-to-face appointment
to discuss what’s really important: Your goals. communal care from their organiz- facing threats of eviction, and the
ing. As founder Huey Newton re- rest has been distributed in the form
Jeffrey A Prebish
Financial Advisor
. counted, “the purpose of these pro- of eight $50 festival food gift cards. jwaassoc@chorus.net
grams was two-fold. One to meet Over the coming months, we hope
16 N Livingston St
Madison, WI 53703
see examples of my artistry at:
people’s direct survival needs and to expand our collection and dis-
608-250-4968
josephweinbergfinecarpentry.com
two, by doing so, illuminating capi- tribution efforts. This Mutual Aid
talism’s inability to fulfill people’s Fund from TLNA will go to support Inspired Answers to Your Vexing
daily needs.” Thus, people would the acute needs of neighbors, such Design Problems
be moved to organize to change as rent assistance, supporting food
MKD-8652-A Member SIPC
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Have You Seen This? can find which block!
Hopefully, the city and neighbors alike will remember as
construction occurs over the years. There are a few blocks
of Gorham to be refinished this year, so it’s a good reminder
to ask if there will be new signs with the bridge picture on
them. TLNA is lucky to have such a distinctive icon!
Have you ever noticed the street signs with pictures? There
are several at the capitol and a few in our neighborhood too!
Several years ago, TLNA learned that the city would add a
small picture on street signs representing the neighborhood,
but only if they were replacing them anyway during con-
struction. TLNA asked if they would add the bridge logo for
us. Last year, the 400 block of Ingersoll and the two blocks
of Elizabeth were redone and the city added the TLNA logo
to the new street signs. You can also see a couple of them on
Johnson Street that were added a few years ago. See if you
Honoring a Legacy — The Linster Memorial Bike Ride
On September 11th, 2021 the TLNA will be hold- the bike boulevard to the Yahara river bike path end-
ing the Linster Memorial Bike ride (and membership ing at Tenney Park. We will end the ride at the bike
drive). What better way to honor Richard Linster’s two racks that will be newly installed in Richard’s name
interests than riding a bike and recruiting membership where the TLNA will be serving snacks. Finally, if you
in TLNA. The event will start at 1:00 p.m. at Reynolds choose to, you can “look like Linster” He would find
park. While there, you can renew your membership or that amusing!
newly join. Somewhere around 1:30 p.m. we will do a No sign up necessary just come and show your sup-
mass bike ride (or any mobility of your choice) down port for our lost friend.
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Housing Listings
Tenney-Lapham Neighborhood
Active Association
Address Square Ft List Price
702 E. Johnson (commercial)
111 N. Blair
1104
1193
$275,000
$315,000 TLNA
1019 E. Gorham 1200 $319,000
201 N. Blair, #303 1224 $425,000 Membership Form
833 E Mifflin 1194 $439,900
New Member Renewal
1254 E. Washington (commercial) 2799 $529,000
819 E Mifflin #304 1319 $534,900 Annual Membership Options Amount
648 E. Johnson 2202 $619,000
Adult Membership (age 18-64) - $10 each $_____
Pending Student Membership – $5 each $_____
Senior Membership (65 or older) - $5 each $_____
37 Sherman Ter #6 852 $125,000 Household - $20 $_____
1209 E. Mifflin 989 $289,000 Business Membership - $20 $_____
825 E Mifflin #406 820 $310,000
201 N. Blair, #202 1106 $335,000 Total Enclosed $_____
115 N Paterson 1166 $350,000
1142 Elizabeth 1362 $374,900
153 Dayton Row 1351 $379,900 Name(s)
1049 E. Gorham 2600 $539,000
825 E Mifflin #312 1329 $550,000
Bud Arnold 123 N. Blount, #401 1014 $444,000 Address
947 E. Johnson 3504 $650,000
Please Join us for continued from page 8 an indelible void of knowledge
and commitment to this and other Sold Days on Market Sale Price
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