Department of City Development

Year of Housing: Milwaukee Department of City Development Proposes $4.7 Million to Support Affordable Housing Developments

Mayor administration’s proposed TIDs to support high-impact projects in City of Milwaukee neighborhoods

Mayor Delivers the 2026 State of the City

The Year of Housing is Featured Prominently

Milwaukee Department of City Development Proposes Funding for Improved Public Safety

Mayor’s Year of Housing: City of Milwaukee Launches Next Phase of Public Artist in Residence Program With Milwaukee Fire Department to Address Safe Housing

Request for Proposals for PAIR artist services, Request for Qualifications to fill PAIR Liaison position due March 16, 2026

Nominations now being accepted for 29th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards

Nominations must be submitted by March 2, 2026

Milwaukee Department of City Development Proposes Two New TIDs to Expand Workforce Housing Opportunities

Proposed TIDs to support New Land Enterprises developments in Walker’s Point

Milwaukee Common Council Moves to Support Grocery Store and Pharmacy Retention

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit to Feature Workshops, Vendors, Keynote Address and More

Milwaukee Arts Board Announces 2026 Application Cycles for Sustaining Grant Program, Public Art Conservation Fund

City Issues RFP for key Harambee property

City of Milwaukee to seek new development partners for Marcus Center Parking Structure site

Ald. Coggs sponsors budget amendments aimed at creating a more equitable, innovative Milwaukee

Council approves sale of city-owned Villard Avenue properties

TID amendment means affordable housing, traffic safety and other improvements for Bronzeville

Common Council action paves way for new development at Timmerman Plaza

A step forward for housing in Milwaukee

Joint Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Sharlen Moore, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, Alderman Peter Burgelis, and Alderman Alex Brower

Housing Element Plan Approved by Committee

Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr., Alderperson JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Sharlen Moore and Alderman Peter Burgelis July 8, 2025

Statement on the announced closure of Pick ‘n Save at 2355 N. 35th St.

Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II June 25, 2025

New bookstore, café and community space coming to 5th Aldermanic District

Statement from Alderman Lamont Westmoreland February 11, 2025

Public input to help shape Growing MKE

Joint statement from Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. and Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa

2025 Mayor’s Design Awards Now Accepting Nominations

Nominations must be submitted by March 1, 2025

Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 announces changes in leadership

CEO Beth Weirick to step down in June; Economic Development Director Matt Dorner tapped as successor with other staff changes in store

Milwaukee Arts Board Announces 2025 Application Cycles for Sustaining Grant Program, Public Art Conservation Fund

Commissioner Lafayette L. Crump to be honored as 2025 Wisconsin Titan 100 Hall of Fame

The Titan 100 Hall of Fame is a prestigious honor for a class of elite executives

City Budget Amendment Responds to Residents’ Concerns

11th District town hall meeting to take place on Tuesday, October 8

Milwaukee Harbor District Riverwalk awarded $14.7 million in federal funding

Zillman Park grand opening set for Friday, September 27

The Moving City: A huge waste of money that won’t impact reckless driving

Statement of Alderman Lamont Westmoreland August 30, 2024

Our voices will NOT be silenced this time – Lessons from MKE’s “GROWTH” of the past

Statement from Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II

City of Milwaukee Announces Developer for Marcus Performing Arts Center Parking Garage

City of Milwaukee awards Fresh Food Access Fund Grants

Winning bid marks important step in demolition of former Northridge Mall

City of Milwaukee awarded federal funding for brownfield remediation and redevelopment

City of Milwaukee releases Growing MKE Draft Plan

Growing MKE recommends updates to Milwaukee’s zoning code to permit additional styles of housing in all Milwaukee neighborhoods.

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

Homes MKE program, investment in affordable housing shows promising results

Statement of Alderman Robert J. Bauman January 10, 2024

Milwaukee man chosen as the first vice president of AARP Wisconsin

Vacant lots soon to be building sites for new homes

Common Council votes to reauthorize anti-displacement housing policy

Statement from Mayor Cavalier Johnson on the Appointment of Luke Olson as LGBTQ+ Liaison

Ald. Bauman calls on DNS, DCD and Community Block Grant Administration to detail efforts at shuttered SoHi District apartment building

Harbor District Riverwalk Moving Forward with New Contracting Opportunity

6th District summer town hall meeting to take place Wednesday, August 30

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

Communication file to discuss Northridge Mall coming to committee Tuesday

Current BOZA inconsistency and dysfunction detrimental to serving the public

Statement of Alderman Lamont Westmoreland June 7, 2023

UWM School of Architecture & Urban Planning brings Mobile Design Box popup to Farwell Ave.

Emem Group Announces Hiring of Montavius Jones

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

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

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

Terrible News -Walmart Closing Store at Timmerman Plaza

I promise that I will be working diligently to find a way to keep that site viable and productive for the residents of the area.

Residents Invited To 14th District Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, February 11

Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic is inviting area residents to attend the first District 14 town hall meeting of 2023 on Saturday, February 11 beginning at 10 a.m.

Nominations Sought for 26th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards

Milwaukee Buildings, Improvements, and Spaces Will Be Honored

Llanas named CORE El Centro’s next Executive Director

Milwaukee Arts Board Announces 2023 Application Cycles for Sustaining Grant Program, Public Art Conservation Fund

Zoning, Neighborhoods and Development Committee to hear resolutions targeting improved quality of life

Ald. Coggs sponsors resolutions aimed at increased collaboration, safety, and public health

Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District Approved

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

Alderwoman Coggs sponsors budget amendments aimed at equity and inclusion, violence prevention, and more

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

Public input drives budget amendment that seeks to restore library and fire services

Recipients of Alert Neighbor Program funds to be announced October 24

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

Development Teams Announced for Homes MKE Initiative

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

Applications now being accepted for Alert Neighbor Program

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

County Supervisors Congratulate José G. Pérez on Election as Common Council President

6th District town hall meeting to take place Wednesday, April 20

Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan sets Milwaukee up for success

Committee to hear update on American Rescue Plan Act funds used for housing rehabilitation

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit is Tomorrow

MKE Business Now Entrepreneurship Summit Set For Saturday, January 29th

Virtual event will include workshops and live panel discussion

Virtual 6th District town hall meeting set for Thursday, January 20

Event will include announcement of 2021 Difference Makers Award winners

Nominations Sought for 25th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards

Milwaukee Buildings, Improvements, and Spaces Will Be Honored

Software firm growing Milwaukee office with WEDC help

OpenGov plans to add 65 employees, invest $400,000

Port Milwaukee Helps Move Ascent Project Forward

Last Shipment of Mass Timber Structural Elements Leaving Port Milwaukee for Downtown Tower’s Construction Site

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

Council looks to maximize positive benefits with ARPA-funded housing rehab and construction work

City of Milwaukee and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 announce project partners for Downtown Area Plan

P3 Development Group and TKWA among lead consultants

Major Milwaukee employers join forces to boost diversity in hiring, buying decisions

Statement from Alderman Khalif J. Rainey and Alderman Cavalier Johnson August 10, 2021

Closing and Signing Ceremony for the New Tiny Home Village for Veterans

Committee to discuss file related to $150 million allocation of ARPA funding for affordable housing

Proposed legislation targets city’s worsening affordable housing crisis

Millennial Task Force report received and has first recommendation approved

14th District town hall meetings to take place June 28 and 29

Mayor Barrett to Announce Recipients of the 2021 Mayors Design Awards Monday, June 7

Wisconsin Tomorrow Small Business Recovery Grant program now available for local businesses

Variety of local grant opportunities also available

OWNS program aims to bring rental properties to local owners

Ald. Coggs introduces legislation aimed at creating new development policy

Would require any development or business downtown requesting City assistance to invest in surrounding area

Granville Connection takes step forward

Statement of Alderwoman Chantia Lewis March 24, 2021

Virtual 6th District town hall meeting set for Thursday, January 21

Event will include announcement of 2020 Difference Makers Award winners

Housing support and anti-displacement files among those to be heard by committee

Council approves sale of city-owned foreclosed property to be used as a resource hub

Virtual Housing Resource Fair will take place Saturday, November 21

Event will feature workshops, live Q&A sessions, drive-up resource packet pickup and more

Riverwest Workforce Housing and Food Accelerator