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The Geology of Menomonee Falls An Economic Development Tool? - Meeting Oct. 19
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Contact: Dave Voelz
Phone: (262) 853 1835
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September 10, 2011
The Geology of Menomonee Falls An Economic Development Tool?
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Influence on community's growth to be discussed at public meeting
Friends of Lime Kiln Park invite all interested persons to join them at the Menomonee Falls Public Library, Wednesday, October 19, 2011. The agenda for their annual meeting includes a “Meet & Greet” time at 6:00 pm, reports at 6:30pm, and a masterful interactive presentation by Hydrogeologist Tom Dueppen at 7:00 pm. The unique natural area of Lime Kiln Park located in the heart of the village along the Menomonee River will be the impetus for Tom’s presentation, Geomorphology of Lime Kiln Park: The Evolution of Menomonee Falls.
Tom will discuss the geology of Lime Kiln Park and how its presence has influenced the development of Menomonee Falls. The significance of this 'geologic jewel' was recognized by some of the earliest European settlers in this area. They realized that cheap water energy (Lepper Dam - grist mill) and an easily accessible natural resource (limestone - lime production) was present along this stretch of the Menomonee River. Many other areas along the Milwaukee and Menomonee Rivers were also being utilized in this fashion, in the early 1800's. However, most of these sites have been removed from the landscape and their history of how they influenced the growth of a community has been forgotten. Walking through Lime Kiln Park is a history lesson in the heart of Menomonee Falls... not only about the early history of the Village, but also the geologic history that is present in the exposed bedrock.
Tom earned a bachelor of science degree in Geology from UW-Milwaukee and a master’s degree in Environmental Science from UW-Green Bay. He has 15 years of experience as a hydrogeologist and currently is employed in Ozaukee County with the Planning and Parks Department.
For more information about the mission and activities of the Friends, go to our website at www.limekilnpark.org.
