The Brookfield Scene
Janet, a Town of Brookfield resident, has lived in the Elmbrook area for nearly 40 years and is an avid gardener and volunteer. Her blog focuses on the city and town of Brookfield – past, present and future.
July 2006 - Posts
By Janet Wintersberger
Friday, Jul 21 2006, 04:41 PM
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When visiting other countries, I marvel at buildings that are 100, 200, 300 or more years old. The buildings are charming. They look old because they are old.
Just think. At the time these structures were built, there was no electricity, plumbing or heating systems. Over the years, these services were added to the buildings. Surely someone must have done a cost / benefit analysis about retrofitting the buildings vs. tearing them down.
Preservation had to be encouraged in some areas of Paris, France. The compromise: owners need to maintain the building’s facade but are able to update the building’s interior.
I’m thankful that these historic treasures still exist.
While 19th century buildings don’t meet our 21st century needs, some people value the history and culture they represent. Why can’t we?
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By Janet Wintersberger
Saturday, Jul 15 2006, 02:35 PM
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I asked some people what they liked best about Brookfield. 99% hesitated. A common retort was, ‘ask what we don’t like’. So I did.
Although this was a non-scientific poll, traffic on North Avenue, Calhoun and Bluemound Roads topped the list of things liked the least. It seems many people have difficulty getting out of their subdivisions onto the highways.
So on to what they liked best in Brookfield or what attracted them to Brookfield...
Proximity to family, feeling safe, convenience of shops / stores, the school system and the farmer’s market were among their choices. Another person chose the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center.
The Wilson Center offers fine entertainment nearly year-round. Parking is free. There’s no need to drive downtown.
If you haven’t been there, the Wilson Center is located on Mitchell Park Drive (between Barker and Brookfield Roads) just south of Capitol Drive. See what you’re missing at www.wilson-center.com.
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