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< Back Terrance Rayford Blue Skies Landscaping Crew Terrence is a good communicator and highly motivated individual with two years of landscaping experience. As a member of the Blue Skies Landscaping crew at Walnut Way, Terrence supports landscape maintenance, urban agriculture, and campus upkeep, working outdoors in all conditions. He is skilled with commercial equipment, friendly, dependable, and committed to advancing Walnut Way’s mission of building a greener, healthier community.

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Walnut Way Conservation Corp is excited to host Harvest Day 2026, a community celebration that brings together residents of Lindsay Heights and the greater Milwaukee area. This annual festival showcases community spirit, sustainability, and local abundance. Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Clarence and Cleopatra Johnson Park 1919 W Fond du Lac Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53205 Harvest Day 2025 - Sponsor Packet Join Us for Harvest Day 2026 Cultivating Wellness, Work, and Wealth—Together. Become a Sponsor Why Attend? Harvest Day is more than a festival—it’s a celebration of the resilience, creativity, and unity that define Lindsay Heights. As Executive Director Antonio Butts shares, “Harvest Day is a celebration of the Lindsay Heights neighborhood and lifts up the remarkable talents, gifts and culture of our community”. What to Expect Live Entertainment: Enjoy performances from local artists, including music, dance, and a Youth Talent Show. Children’s Activities: Dedicated children’s station with games, crafts, and fun for all ages. Local Vendors: Shop for fresh produce, artisan goods, and delicious food from neighborhood businesses. Health & Wellness Resources: Access wellness activities and community resources for all ages. Community Engagement: Connect with neighbors, learn about Walnut Way’s initiatives, and discover ways to get involved. Get Involved Reserve Your Spot: RSVP or register now as a guest, vendor, or sponsor. Volunteer: Help make Harvest Day possible—volunteer opportunities are available for individuals and groups. Support: Your donations and sponsorships help keep this event free and accessible to all. Come celebrate the harvest, support local talent, and be part of the movement for wellness, work, and wealth in Lindsay Heights! Chandra Ellis Grants Manager 📞 (414) 375-4224 ✉️ cellis@walnutway.org Gwendolyn Hodges Program Assistant 📞 (414) 264-2326 ✉️ ghodges@walnutway.org Document HARVEST DAY SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE Tag

Our Services Blue Skies focuses on our greatest assets – our people. We offer job training in landscape horticulture for staff. The program provides job training and employment for individuals who have traditionally faced employment barriers and those seeking to build skills in a growing trade area. The program also provides a sustainable source of earned income for Walnut Way and serves as a powerful vehicle for individual and community transformation. The impact extends beyond traditional job training programs as residents of the community are employed to help renovate once-vacant properties into community assets and serve as mentors to neighborhood youth who witness us working to lift up Lindsay Heights. All Services "Healthy Home" Housing Resources Blue Skies Landscaping Lindsay Heights Critical Home Repair Request to Book Landscaping & Snow Removal Quote Free Free Request to Book Green Infrastructure Site Assessment Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book Wetlands Maintenance Bioswale Design and Installation Snow Removal Residential Landscaping Spring Clean-up Tree Planting Commerical Landscaping Fall Clean-up Eric Trunnell Property Maintenace & Rehab Specialist (414) 662-8777 etrunell@walnutway.org Dawnice Anglin AR/AP Bookkeeper (414) 253-8069 danglin@walnutway.org First Name Last Name Email Send Thanks for submitting! Get a Quote

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< Back Marilyn Mitchell Accountant Marilyn Mitchell is a management accounting professional and small business consultant with over 30 years of experience in nonprofit, corporate, and government sectors. She has served as Controller, Financial Analyst, and Accounting Manager, specializing in sales and expense forecasting, variance analysis, business development, tax, and full-charge accounting. Marilyn holds degrees in Business Administration and Accounting from Mount Mary University. She is also a current and former owner of businesses in accounting and tax, trucking, retail, mortgage lending, and staffing. Marilyn brings a wealth of expertise and entrepreneurial insight to her role as Walnut Way’s accountant. mmitchell@walnutway.org (262) 259-5917

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< Back Urban Agriculture Coordinator Milwaukee, WI, USA About the Role Company Performance Statement In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to conform to the following: ▪ Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision. ▪ Interact professionally with other employees, customers, and suppliers. ▪ Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. ▪ Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations. Program Overview: Environmental Stewardship is a core program of Walnut Way Conservation Corp, where residents have transformed vacant lots into production gardens and orchards. Walnut Way operates sub-acre production gardens and teaching gardens, promoting urban agriculture as a means to provide fresh, locally grown foods. The program integrates wholesale fresh produce and herbs into Walnut Way’s community market, Taste of Lindsay Heights , to support sustainable local food systems. Basic Function: The Urban Agriculture Coordinator manages all aspects of Walnut Way’s urban agriculture program, overseeing farming operations from land preparation to harvest, and works to align the program’s produce for sale and preparation at Taste of Lindsay Heights . This role requires expertise in horticulture, program management, and administrative skills. Essential Work Objectives 1. Horticulture Operations Day-to-Day Growing Operations: Coordinate and implement all aspects of growing operations on the urban Milwaukee-based campus. Planting and Production Plans: Develop planting layouts, crop selection, timing, and succession plans. Seed and Starter Plant Management: Inventory, order, and start seeds; order starter plants when necessary. Field Management: Cultivate fields, amend soils, and manage crop maintenance tasks such as: o Weeding and pest control o Watering/irrigation o Trellising and staking o Pruning and training plants Harvest and Post-Harvest Handling: Oversee the harvesting, post-harvest handling, and storage of crops to ensure product quality. Hoophouse and Hydroponics: Manage operations of passive solar hoophouses and indoor hydroponic growing units. Wholesale Produce for Taste of Lindsay Heights: Implement and align urban agriculture production with sales and preparation needs at the Taste of Lindsay Heights café. Coordinate the provision of fresh produce and herbs for their menu and wholesale offerings. Composting Operations: Support composting by monitoring, turning, screening, and utilizing finished compost for the program’s needs. 2. Program Management Offseason Business Planning: Conduct offseason planning, maintain relationships with customers, and ensure smooth vendor coordination. Sales and Marketing: Promote weekly availability of produce, coordinating sales at: o Farmers' markets o Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs o Restaurants o Local events Canning and Preserving: Support canning and preserving activities, adding value to products for sale at markets. Supervision of Interns and Volunteers: Supervise Growing Youth Leadership interns, Blue Skies staff, and volunteers in the urban agriculture program. Educational Programs and Volunteer Engagement: Collaborate with Walnut Way staff to plan and implement educational workshops and volunteer programs for both youth and adults. 3. Administrative Duties Recordkeeping and Data Management: Maintain detailed records, including: o Work logs o Production tracking o Sales spreadsheets Coordination with Environmental Specialist: Regularly coordinate tasks and program updates with the Environmental Specialist to ensure alignment with broader organizational goals. Customer and Vendor Communication: Communicate with customers and vendors regularly to ensure efficient business operations. Other Duties Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor to support the overall success of the urban agriculture program and environmental stewardship initiatives. Requirements Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, it will typically be in an office setting. Frequently required to operate a computer and file and retrieve written documents. The physical demands include, but are not limited to, standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, handling, kneeling, crouching and bending. The positions can be mentally challenging. As a result, this position is more mentally challenging than physically challenging. Work Environment There will be extended periods of sitting required when performing administrative tasks and while attending meetings. Non-physical demands include a work environment where the noise level is usually quiet to moderate but may be loud on occasion. The nature of the position may expose moderate levels of tension when dealing with issues. The level of tension is usually moderate, with high levels of tension occurring occasionally. Note This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship About Walnut Way Conservation Corp Walnut Way Conservation Corp. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit neighborhood organization founded in 2000 by Lindsay Heights residents to reclaim and redevelop the economic health and vitality of their community. In the years since, Walnut Way and its partners have rolled out a series of successful and innovative programs and initiatives addressing the neighborhood’s most pressing economic, environmental, and health issues. Walnut Way is located inside a renovated house situated in the residential neighborhood of Lindsay Heights. Grounded in grass-root principles, Walnut Way properties extend additional blocks and include an orchard, carryout cafe, print shop, and construction and landscaping business. The ideal candidate will typically work Monday - Friday with occasional nights and weekends as needed. Apply Now

Community Events & Services Booking Discover what’s happening in Lindsay Heights and get involved! Here you’ll find a full calendar of Walnut Way community events, meetings, volunteer opportunities, and special programs. Whether you’re a neighbor, partner, or visitor, there’s something for everyone. Book Our Spaces: Looking for a place to host your next meeting, special event, workshop, or community gathering? Walnut Way offers flexible, modern spaces at the Innovation & Wellness Commons, including conference rooms and activity areas. Our venues are ideal for team meetings, seminars, volunteer projects, and tours. You can easily request to book space online-just select your preferred room and time, and our team will follow up to confirm your reservation Volunteer & Get Involved: Join us for hands-on volunteer days, garden projects, and neighborhood cleanups. Check the events calendar for upcoming opportunities to connect, contribute, and make a difference in Lindsay Heights. Take a Tour: Interested in learning more about Walnut Way’s work and the Innovation & Wellness Commons? Schedule a tour to meet our team, explore our spaces, and see community-led transformation in action. Connect With Us: Have questions, want to collaborate, or need help booking space? Contact us directly at info@walnutway.org or call 414-264-2326. Our staff is here to help you plan your event, get involved, or learn more about our mission Jerrilynn Freelon Associate Director 📞 (414) 264-2326 ✉️ jfreelon@walnutway.org Tomiah Jackson Program Assistant 📞 (414) 264-2326 ✉️ tjackson@walnutway.org Gwendolyn Hodges Program Assistant 📞 (414) 264-2326 ✉️ ghodges@walnutway.org Contact the Team Today! Book Now Join this Month's Events Multiple Dates Virtual Town Hall Series — WEPCO 2026 Rate Case When Aug 12, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Where Virtual (Zoom link sent to registrants) Register Now Check out what's possible @ Walnut Way! Lindsay Heights Critical Home Repair 1 hr Request to Book Resilient Resident / Affordable WIFI 1 hr More Info Lindsay Heights EMERGENCY Repair Program 1 hr Request to Book Landscaping & Snow Removal Quote 1 hr Free Free Request to Book Green Infrastructure Site Assessment 1 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book TOL - IWC Phase I - Activity Space 2 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book IWC Conference Room 2 hr Starting at $35/hour Starting at $35/hour Request to Book Outdoor IWC Terrace 2 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book Lindsay Heights ECO Tour 1 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book Lindsay Heights Resident-led Tour 1 hr Negotiable Negotiable Request to Book Upcoming Community Events Multiple Dates Virtual Town Hall Series — WEPCO 2026 Rate Case Wed, Aug 12 Virtual (Zoom link sent to registrants) More info RSVP Faith Partners Meeting — WEBB & Walnut Way Fri, Aug 14 Beecham Outreach Center at Canaan Baptist Church More info RSVP Public Hearing · We Energies 2027–2028 Rate Case · Milwaukee Date confirmed once the PSC posts the Notice of Hearing. RSVP for updates. Marquette University (venue to be confirmed) More info RSVP Civic Participation Creates Pathways to Power