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EPISODE · Jul 11, 2026 · 36 MIN

Milwaukee Dives into the Global Swimmable Cities Alliance

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This week on The Upswing, WTMJ’s Jeff Sherman welcomes Milwaukee Riverkeeper Cheryl Nenn to discuss Milwaukee’s new membership in the Global Swimmable Cities Alliance and what it means for the city’s future. Nenn explains how years of improving water quality have positioned Milwaukee to join the international movement, while outlining efforts to make local waterways safer and more accessible through projects like additional safety ladders and greener riverfronts. She also shares how residents can play a role in protecting Milwaukee’s rivers and beaches, reinforcing that creating a swimmable city is a community-wide effort. 🎙️ The Upswing is presented by Horicon Bank.

This week on The Upswing, WTMJ’s Jeff Sherman welcomes Milwaukee Riverkeeper Cheryl Nenn to discuss Milwaukee’s new membership in the Global Swimmable Cities Alliance and what it means for the city’s future. Nenn explains how years of improving water quality have positioned Milwaukee to join the international movement, while outlining efforts to make local waterways safer and more accessible through projects like additional safety ladders and greener riverfronts. She also shares how residents can play a role in protecting Milwaukee’s rivers and beaches, reinforcing that creating a swimmable city is a community-wide effort. 🎙️ The Upswing is presented by Horicon Bank.

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