Protecting Waukesha County's Natural Resourses since 1978
WEAL doc & pdf files ( archived )
WEAL doc & pdf files ( archived )
Newsletters
WEAL February 2011 issue # 6 (doc)
WEAL February 2011 issue # 6 (doc)
Air Quality
WEAL February 2011 issue # 6 (doc)
Energy
But if I have to buy gas, which gas company should I buy from? 5/21/06
Burst Oil Pipeline
Congratulations! Wisconsin now a leader in clean energy 2006
Global Warming
Comment to the Waukesha County Board on its new Sustainability Policy
Ozone Man - read this!
Housing
Creating Housing Built for the Future in SE Wisconsin! 2006
Invasive Species
Garlic Mustard article from NY Times
Land Use
WEAL signs on to endorse the Conservation Priorities
WEAL Letter of Support of Rainbow Springs 9/23/2008
WEAL's Press Release Opposing Frame Park Stadium 8/13/2008
Air Quality
WEAL Writes Letter of Support of Purchase of Rainbow Springs 8/10/2008
WEAL Comments on the city of Waukesha's potential annexation of 333 acres for its water! 6/2006
Opinions
WEAL member opinions and comments
City of Waukesha's Recycling Plan Bad for Taxpayers and the Environment Guest Opinion 3/12/10
DNR's Response to WEAL's Comments on Orchard Ridge Landfill Expansion 2/17/10
Note: "Regarding #7 of the DNR response, WEAL appreciates the DNR contacting Waste Management's site engineer asking for an electronic copy of the Feasibility Report to be sent to WEAL, however, WEAL never received one."
WEAL's President Comments on NR52 re: public use of lands under Knowles Nelson Stewardship Fund 2/1/10
Transportation
Judge Adelman's latest Ruling
On March 23rd, Judge Adelman denied the government defendant's "Motion for Reconsideration" in its entirety, thereby leaving his favorable September 14, 2009 fully in place. Please read the attachments. One is the actual March 23rd ruling on this matter. I've also attached a news article from the Daily Reporter on this win. Thank you for your continuing support on this very important battle to protect our environment against rampant unnecessary road expansion!
Time to Save Gas letter to the Editor 9/25/2008
WEAL doc & pdf files ( archived )
WEAL doc & pdf files ( archived )
Transportation
The Daily Reporter Highway 164 lawsuit survives federal challenge by Sean Ryan Published: March 24th, 2010
On March 23rd, Judge Adelman denied the government defendant's "Motion for Reconsideration" in its entirety, thereby leaving his favorable September 14, 2009 fully in place. Please read the attachments. One is the actual March 23rd ruling on this matter. I've also attached a news article from the Daily Reporter on this win. Thank you for your continuing support on this very important battle to protect our environment against rampant unnecessary road expansion!
WEAL Wins Decision in DOT Lawsuit! Stops Highway Work!
Read the whole decision
Waste
Incinerators - Myths vs. Facts 6/3/2010
Renewable Groups Contest Trash Talk ~ Daily Reporter
WEAL's Letter to Governor Urging a Veto
Joint Letter Urging Veto
WEAL Comments on Waste Tipping Fees 2006
WEAL Comments on Waste Tipping Fees 2006
It's Time to Unload Illinois! 2006
Comment on RCRA White Paper 2001
The Chronology of a Landfill Fight 1997-1999
WEAL doc & pdf files ( archived )
WEAL doc & pdf files ( archived )
Waste
Orchard Ridge Landfill Expansion Comments 11/16/09
WEAL's Comments on SB-107
E-waste bill gets final approval 11/2/09 Electronic waste recycling: manufacturer, recycler, retailer, and consumer requirements created: disposal in landfills and incineration prohibited... SB-107 & AB-278
WEAL's Comments on AB-278
E-waste bill gets final approval 11/2/09 Electronic waste recycling: manufacturer, recycler, retailer, and consumer requirements created: disposal in landfills and incineration prohibited... SB-107 & AB-278
WEAL Comments on Waukesha County Recycling System and Capacity Study 6/27/2007
E-Waste Banned in New Hampshire 2007
Wisconsin Tired of Minnesota's Trash
Onyx Emerald Park Landfill Opinion Letter
Earth Day Garbage 4/20/2006
WEAL Comments on Organic Stability Plan 4/12/2006
Neighboring States are Trashing Wisconsin 2006
WEAL doc & pdf files ( archived )
Water
WEAL's Comments on the Passing of Great Lakes Compact 5/16/2008
WEAL's Press Release on the Passing of the Great Lake's Compact 5/14/2008
Water Wise 2007: A Review and Photos 2008
Protecting a vital and valuable natural resource: Strong Compact for a Strong Wisconsin best choice to protect Great Lakes 2/12/2008
Conserving Water in the UK
We could learn something from our friends to the East! 2006
Water-Wise Conference in Waukesha County ~ 2006
Water-Wise Conference in Waukesha County: Conserving Our Valuable Water Supply Conference a Great success! 2006
Water Wise 2006 Freeman Article
Related Article on Sussex Water Worries - WEAL BOD member quoted 2006
Op Ed: Strong Compact for a strong Wisconsin best choice to protect Great lakes
Steve Schmuki, 1/12/2008
Press Release: Where's the Strong Compact? 2/12/2008
WEAL's comments to City of Waukesha on its Lake Michigan Water Diversion Application.
WEAL's President, Steve Schmuki's Guest Opinion: "Waukesha's Water Wager Worrisome"
Waukesha Freeman, April 7, 2010.
Open Letter to Mayor Larry Nelson,
City of Waukesha regarding questions about the City of Waukesha's move toward asking for a Lake Michigan Water Diversion.
Long version of questions
Short version of questions
City of Waukesha regarding questions about the City of Waukesha's move toward asking for a Lake Michigan Water Diversion.
Wetlands are our own hazard insurance Wisconsin State Journal 8/24/07
Two Bits of News on Waukesha Water Local Press 05-2007
WEAL's comments to City Council regarding Waukesha's potential annexation of 333 acres for its water!
Letter, 7/25/2006
Time to Get More Serious About Water, Sprawl and Regional Planning
James Rowen, 6/20/2006