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City of Milwaukee Opens Application Period for Summer Youth Internship Program
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City of Milwaukee Opens Application Period for Summer Youth Internship Program

Since 2005, the Summer Youth Internship Program has connected thousands of young people with job opportunities and career pathways in City government

2024 Mayor’s Design Awards Now Accepting Nominations
Commissioner Lafayette L. Crump honored as 2024 Wisconsin Titan 100
Harbor District Riverwalk Moving Forward with New Contracting Opportunity
City of Milwaukee Announces Artist Opportunity at Vel R. Phillips Plaza
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City of Milwaukee Announces Artist Opportunity at Vel R. Phillips Plaza

Future public gathering space to feature original art installation in honor of iconic Milwaukee political activist and civil rights leader

Milwaukee to Celebrate Independence Day in 2023
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Milwaukee to Celebrate Independence Day in 2023

Tradition of City Celebrations to Include Fireworks, Family Activities, and Community Events

City of Milwaukee Awards Fresh Food Access Fund Grants
City of Milwaukee Announces Public Artist in Residence Personnel Selections
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City of Milwaukee Announces Public Artist in Residence Personnel Selections

New Public Artist in Residence Will Develop Solutions to Help Address Reckless Driving in Milwaukee

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Announces Funding Proposal for Vel R. Phillips Plaza in Westown
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Mayor Cavalier Johnson Announces Funding Proposal for Vel R. Phillips Plaza in Westown

More than $15 million in proposed tax incremental financing dollars would convert a portion of a long-underutilized parcel into a public space named in honor of the iconic Milwaukee political activist and civil rights leader featuring both civic and transit amenities

Milwaukee Businesses Receive Funding from Commercial Revitalization Grant Program
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Milwaukee Businesses Receive Funding from Commercial Revitalization Grant Program

In 2022, more than $1.5 million in grant funding was awarded to 50 local businesses for property renovations and improvements

City of Milwaukee Accepting Applications for Summer Youth Internship Program
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City of Milwaukee Accepting Applications for Summer Youth Internship Program

Since 2005, the Summer Youth Internship Program has connected thousands of young people with job opportunities and career pathways in City government

Nominations Sought for 26th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards
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Nominations Sought for 26th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards

Milwaukee Buildings, Improvements, and Spaces Will Be Honored

Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District Approved
City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host third meeting for Downtown Area Plan update
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City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 to host third meeting for Downtown Area Plan update

Milwaukee-area residents encouraged to attend a Community Open House on Dec. 7

Design Plans Unveiled for Harbor District Riverwalk Project
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Design Plans Unveiled for Harbor District Riverwalk Project

Mayor Cavalier Johnson and Department of City Development continue to advance efforts to grow Milwaukee’s Riverwalk and expand public access

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Signs Resolution to Advance Homes MKE Initiative
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Mayor Cavalier Johnson Signs Resolution to Advance Homes MKE Initiative

The Common Council unanimously approved development team selections for Homes MKE initiative that will build stronger neighborhoods in Milwaukee

Mayor Cavalier Johnson Praises $3.2 Million from U.S. Department of Commerce to Spur Business Growth in Milwaukee
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Mayor Cavalier Johnson Praises $3.2 Million from U.S. Department of Commerce to Spur Business Growth in Milwaukee

Grant Funding to Support Building Infrastructure, Developing Kneeland Properties Site in Menomonee Valley

Development Teams Announced for Homes MKE Initiative
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Development Teams Announced for Homes MKE Initiative

The Homes MKE initiative will renovate City-owned vacant houses to build stronger neighborhoods

City’s Public Artist in Residence Pilot Program to Help Address Reckless Driving in Milwaukee
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City’s Public Artist in Residence Pilot Program to Help Address Reckless Driving in Milwaukee

New effort will foster collaboration between local artists and City government to address civic challenges and deploy creative solutions

Milwaukee to Celebrate Independence Day in 2022
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Milwaukee to Celebrate Independence Day in 2022

Tradition of City Celebrations to Continue with Community Activities

City of Milwaukee Seeking Developer Proposals for Homes MKE Initiative
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City of Milwaukee Seeking Developer Proposals for Homes MKE Initiative

American Rescue Plan Act funding will support Homes MKE initiative to renovate vacant houses, build stronger neighborhoods

City of Milwaukee Opens Application Period for Summer Youth Internship Program
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City of Milwaukee Opens Application Period for Summer Youth Internship Program

Since 2005, the Summer Youth Internship Program has connected thousands of young people with job opportunities and career pathways in City government

Nominations Sought for 25th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards
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Nominations Sought for 25th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards

Milwaukee Buildings, Improvements, and Spaces Will Be Honored

City of Milwaukee, Habitat for Humanity Working to Build New Housing in Harambee Neighborhood
Fond du Lac North Area Plan Earns City Plan Commission Approval
Healing Spaces Initiative Working to Support Harambee Neighborhood and Residents
Milwaukee Fresh Food Access Fund Grants Awarded
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Milwaukee Fresh Food Access Fund Grants Awarded

Program Invests in Capital Projects and Education Efforts

Traditional City 4th of July Celebrations Continue in 2021
Milwaukee Restart 2.0 Begins Grant Distribution
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Milwaukee Restart 2.0 Begins Grant Distribution

Program Provides Assistance to Small Business During Pandemic

The City of Milwaukee’s Anti-Displacement Program Honored with an Excellence in Planning Award
The 23rd Annual Mayor’s Design Awards Goes Virtual in 2020
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The 23rd Annual Mayor’s Design Awards Goes Virtual in 2020

Honors for Great Additions to Milwaukee’s Built Environment Will Be Revealed Next Week in a Multi-Day Online Celebration

Mayor Barrett Announces Launch of Milwaukee Restart 2.0
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Mayor Barrett Announces Launch of Milwaukee Restart 2.0

Efforts Continue to Provide Assistance to Small Business during Pandemic

City Moves Forward With Land Sale for Milwaukee Urban Stables
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City Moves Forward With Land Sale for Milwaukee Urban Stables

Facility Combines Police Stable with Community Programming

Milwaukee’s Riverwalk Earns Prestigious International Award
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Milwaukee’s Riverwalk Earns Prestigious International Award

Urban Land Institute Names RiverWalk a Global Award of Excellence Winner