Episode 146: Milwaukee Riverkeeper

Episode 146: Milwaukee Riverkeeper

From Bridge the City by Bridge The City

April 20, 2026 · 40 min · Episode 146

About this episode

Deisy Espana interviews Jennifer Bolger Breceda about the Milwaukee Riverkeeper's efforts to protect and restore the Milwaukee River Basin.

Host Deisy Espana sits down with Jennifer Bolger Breceda, Executive Director of Milwaukee Riverkeeper. Deisy and Jennifer talk about the vital work Milwaukee Riverkeeper does to protect, restore, and advocate for the Milwaukee River Basin. They discuss the organization's water quality monitoring program, the four pillars of their work, and the major $450 million federal investment currently underway to clean up decades of legacy pollution from the basin's rivers. To learn more, visit: Milwaukee Riverkeeper's Website Action steps: Sign up for a river cleanup near you Join a guided kayak paddle or attend an upcoming event Follow Milwaukee Riverkeeper on Instagram, LinkedIn, and X Bridge the City When you're taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , or LinkedIn . We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue. Music by Casey Masters . Logo and website design by Elizabeth McLaren .

People in this episode

Hosts: Casey Masters, Elizabeth McLaren

Guest: Jennifer Bolger Breceda

Topics covered

  • Milwaukee Riverkeeper
  • water quality
  • environmental advocacy
  • pollution cleanup

Keywords

  • Milwaukee River
  • federal investment
  • legacy pollution
  • river cleanup

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Milwaukee Riverkeeper's Website

Places: the Milwaukee River Basin

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