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James Davies Will Lead Bublr Bikes
Cycling attorney James Davies succeeds fundraising veteran Sally Sheperdson.
Aug 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Soil Testing for 32-Story Tower Underway
Soil conditions will help determine cost of foundation for Convent Hill tower.
Aug 2nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
A Grand Update on The Avenue
Plus: downtown streetscaping improvements and lots of historic preservation news.
Jul 14th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Council Approves 32-Story Tower
Housing Authority sees it as model for how luxury housing can support affordable housing.
Jul 9th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
New Life for Old Century City Factory?
Plus: Fiserv Forum's design firm wins award and what's next for Watts Tea Shop sign?
Jul 8th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Committee Approves 32-Story Tower
But first, council members give tower its most thorough public vetting to date.
Jul 2nd, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
NCHM Donates $100,000 to Save the Soldiers Home Project
The goal of the Save the Soldiers Home campaign is to serve veterans by renovating and restoring the six iconic buildings of the Soldiers Home to their original purpose - the service of veterans.
Jun 28th, 2019 by National Center for Housing Management
Boutique Hotel Proposal Revived
Plus: Walker's Point building changes hand, Riverwest warehouse gets new life
Jun 16th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Convent Hill South Advances
City Plan Commission okays 32-story, $150 million apartment tower.
Jun 10th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Historic Building to Become Boutique Hotel
Plus: Soldiers Home redevelopment on pause, coworking company buys building on streetcar route
May 13th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Choice Neighborhood Business Resource Fair
May 14th event to highlight programs helping businesses grow on Milwaukee’s Northwest Side
May 10th, 2019 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
A Luxury Tower with Affordable Housing
Housing Authority to build 32-story, $150 million tower whose income would support affordable housing across city.
Apr 17th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
520 New Affordable Apartments Planned
Seven affordable housing projects in city win 22.5% of state's latest WHEDA tax credits.
Apr 4th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
New Sports Complex Changes Neighborhood
Huge empty playground on northwest side now has six basketball courts, a futsal court, soccer field and 200-meter track.
Mar 22nd, 2019 by Cynthia Crawford
Governor Evers Honors 13 Recipients of 2018 Financial Literacy Award in Capitol Ceremony
The recipients were selected by the Governor’s Council on Financial Literacy from the nominations submitted for consideration.
Mar 21st, 2019 by Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance
Any City Progress on Affordable Housing?
Has Barrett's 10,000 homes initiative had an impact? Council members give mixed grades
Mar 10th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
13 Developers Plan 753 Affordable Apartments
Developers request $10.6 million in tax credits to support 13 different projects.
Feb 7th, 2019 by Jeramey Jannene
Just One Proposal for Soldiers Home
VA attracts only one bidder to redevelop three historic buildings.
Jan 27th, 2019 by Graham Kilmer
Alderman Rainey’s voter registration resolution approved by Council
Part of series of efforts to increase voter participation
Dec 19th, 2018 by Ald. Khalif Rainey
Praise for HACM exemplary hiring and contract gains for low-income residents
Statement of Alderman Cavalier Johnson - December 18, 2018
Dec 18th, 2018 by Mayor Cavalier Johnson
VA Redeveloping More of Soldiers Home
Issuing RFP to redevelop three more buildings at Civil War-era complex. Old Main redo starts in 2019.
Dec 10th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Financial Education Class Helps Poorer Residents
150 graduates this year of city and WWBIC program for those with public housing, rent assistance.
Nov 27th, 2018 by Analise Pruni
Milwaukee Repertory Theater Names Pillar Partner Safe & Sound Recipient of the A Christmas Carol Families Program
Plus Tiny Tim Ticket Program Participating Organizations Announced
Nov 15th, 2018 by Milwaukee Repertory Theater
How Long Will Flag Debate Last?
Arts Board might not have decision on the city flag by the end of 2018.
Oct 11th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
Group Rescues City’s Church Bells
Bells of Milwaukee researches, documents and refurbishes bells in historic churches.
Sep 21st, 2018 by Sarah Lipo
County Officials Suggest Taking Back Couture Site
Supervisors cite lack of progress on county-owned lakefront land.
Sep 16th, 2018 by Graham Kilmer
HUD Awards $1.3 Million Choice Neighborhood Grant to Marquette University and Near West Side Partners
Planning Grant awarded to develop Transformation Plan targeting the HUD assisted College Court development and surrounding community
Sep 10th, 2018 by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
A Home Built for Entertaining
Owners of this riverfront home hold their share of Democratic fundraisers.
Aug 10th, 2018 by Michael Horne
Historic Bells to be Rededicated
Convent Hill Bells Restored by Local Funders To be Unveiled Wednesday, July 11th
Jul 10th, 2018 by Bells of Milwaukee, Inc.
Dockless Scooters Debut Here
Company called Bird drops approximately 60 scooters on city streets; is it legal?
Jun 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
HUD, VA Team up to Help 54 Homeless Veterans Find Permanent Homes in Wisconsin
The supportive housing assistance announced today is provided through the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Program.
Apr 6th, 2018 by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Westlawn Gardens Receives National Planning Award
The 2018 HUD Secretary’s Opportunity & Empowerment Award recognizes the transformation of Wisconsin’s largest public housing community.
Mar 28th, 2018 by American Planning Association
5 City Projects Get WHEDA Tax Credits
Credits push forward projects with 311 units, more development across the city.
Feb 27th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
HUD Awards $240,000 to Local Group
SET Ministry, the state's only grant winner, works with public housing residents.
Feb 13th, 2018 by Jeramey Jannene
More Development In East Village
First home to be razed in 2018, on E. Kane Pl., getting replaced by three-story duplex.
Jan 5th, 2018 by Michael Horne
Should City Buy 500 Acres in Racine County?
Council resolution would order city to study buying land for Foxconn City.
Dec 23rd, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Could Milwaukee Build A Foxconn City?
Committee explores annexing portion of Racine County for a satellite city.
Dec 13th, 2017 by Jeramey Jannene
Coalition Launches Campaign to Fund Renovation of Historic Soldiers Home Buildings in Service of Veterans
Old Main to house homeless, at-risk veterans
Oct 17th, 2017 by Press Release
UCC, Latino Arts, Pabst Theater Group and American Red Cross to Host Benefit Concert
‘Los Sonidos Unidos’ Concert to Raise Funds for Relief Support in Puerto Rico and Mexico
Oct 13th, 2017 by United Community Center
New Bay View Park Denied, For Now
“It looks like Mayor Barrett won,” says Ald. Zielinski.
Sep 21st, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee’s Choice Neighborhood Initiative Announces Summer Talent Search
HERE! to celebrate the people and places of the Choice Neighborhood Initiative (CNI) area
Aug 22nd, 2017 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
The Land of Single Family Homes
Why riverfront land on Kane Pl. hasn't attracted big, multi-unit projects.
Jul 10th, 2017 by Michael Horne
White Landlords Wouldn’t Rent to Us
Lyneria McGhee remembers why her family got involved in open housing marches.
Jul 5th, 2017 by Brian Morrissey
Mayor’s Design Awards All Over Map
Big, little, new or renovated, award winners in 13 of 15 aldermanic districts.
May 19th, 2017 by Michael Horne
WHEDA to Help Restore Soldiers Home
$1.4 million in low-income housing tax credits for 1860s “Old Main” building.
May 16th, 2017 by Graham Kilmer
Milwaukee TechForce Training Center Named Milwaukee’s Best Public/Private Partnership
TechForce is home to Employ Milwaukee’s TechHire IT training program.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Neighborhood Innovators Win Top Honors
Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) Recognizes 2017 winners at annual gala
Apr 7th, 2017 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
TechForce Center Provides Path to Jobs
City-led program affiliated with MATC trains people for plentiful IT jobs.
Mar 22nd, 2017 by Jabril Faraj
Mayor Barrett, Employ Milwaukee, HACM and Blue 1647 Kick Off TechHire IT Training Program at the Milwaukee TechForce Training Center
Employ Milwaukee and its partner Blue 1647 are providing training for individuals who wish to pursue a career in certain IT occupations.
Mar 20th, 2017 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Housing Authority Welcomes Dr. Ben Carson as HUD Secretary
Earlier today the U.S. Senate confirmed the nomination of Dr. Carson as the 17th HUD Secretary.
Mar 2nd, 2017 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Steven Austin
Celebrating our riders with new campaign: “Portraits of Bublr; Stories Told on Two Wheels.”
Feb 7th, 2017 by Bublr Bikes
Program Expunges Juvenile Records
City partners in program for young adults in public housing to remove job barrier.
Jan 23rd, 2017 by Edgar Mendez
15 Named for Improving Central City Neighborhood
“Unsung Heroes” Selected as Finalists for the 2017 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI)
Dec 7th, 2016 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation Milwaukee
Young Workers Building Homes in Walker Square
Milwaukee Christian Center program employs adults aged 18-24, and has built 14 new homes.
Aug 24th, 2016 by Mitchell Mittelstedt
Contractor Fair Opens The Doors To Doing Business With The Housing Authority
Attendees were able to meet with HACM staff and to learn about programs that build the capacity of businesses, including minority and women-owned businesses and businesses that employ low-income, local workers.
Aug 19th, 2016 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Contractor Fair Will Open The Doors To Doing Business With The Housing Authority
$200 million in contracts expected to be awarded during next 5 years
Aug 12th, 2016 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Threatened Milwaukee Soldiers Home Buildings to be Rehabilitated, Reused
Team led by The Alexander Company to rehabilitate historic buildings for homeless, at-risk veterans
Aug 4th, 2016 by The Alexander Company
Westlawn Gardens Begins Rebuilding Process
Residents moving out as state’s largest public housing complex gets torn down, rebuilt.
Jul 27th, 2016 by Andrea Waxman
Rocky Marcoux Keeps His Job
In a dramatic turnabout, the once-dead DCD head gains 11 of 15 council member votes.
Jul 26th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
HUD Awards Nearly $520,000 to Help Low-Income Residents in Wisconsin Received Job Training and Employment
“This funding will help individuals and their families access empowering resources to reach their full-potential,” said Antonio R. Riley, HUD Midwest Regional Administrator.
Jul 18th, 2016 by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Why Rocky Marcoux Is In Trouble
New Common Council leaders want to ax the DCD leader. But why? Few will say.
Jul 18th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
Bike Sharing for Low-Income Riders
Bublr Bikes and city win grant to help build a truly inclusive system.
Jul 8th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
HACM and Bublr Bikes Partner to Expand Bike Share into Low-Income Communities
National grant awarded to develop innovative outreach program
Jul 8th, 2016 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Rocky Marcoux’s Job in Jeopardy
Council majority votes no, but decision will get reconsidered. His chances look slim.
Jul 6th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Mayor Barrett Announces Grant for Training in Technology Fields
Department of Labor Funds Allow Residents to Develop Skills for In-Demand Tech Jobs
Jun 28th, 2016 by Tom Barrett
Rocky Marcoux Wins Committee Approval
DCD leader was thought to be in trouble, but city committee votes 4-0 to reconfirm.
Jun 28th, 2016 by Jeramey Jannene
Community Partners Celebrate Grand Opening of New Training Center for Tech Jobs
Milwaukee TechForce Training Center Is Co-Located With The Adult Learning Center
May 25th, 2016 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
HUD and Justice Department Award $100,000 to Help Justice-Involved Youth in Milwaukee Find Jobs and Housing
Juvenile Reentry Assistance Program will reduce barriers to housing, jobs and education
May 2nd, 2016 by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
From Public Housing to Homeownership: “Make Your Money Talk” Celebrates Record Graduating Class and Financial Success Stories
The event provided an opportunity for HACM, WWBIC, and family and friends to recognize the graduates’ commitment to setting and achieving budgetary goals and working towards self-sufficiency
Dec 16th, 2015 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Herb Kohl endorses Judge Joe Donald for Supreme Court
“I am honored to have the support of a tremendous leader like Senator Kohl in my race for the high court,” said Judge Donald.
Sep 28th, 2015 by Joe Donald
HUD Awards $30 Million to the City of Milwaukee To Revitalize Public Housing Development
A Choice Neighborhood Implementation Grant was Awarded to Redevelop the Westlawn Public Housing Development and Revitalize the Neighborhood
Sep 28th, 2015 by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
How the Merrill Park Apartments Got Painted
Alderman contacts Marquette High, whose students are now repainting subsidized senior apartments.
Jul 24th, 2015 by Jack Fennimore
Plan to End Chronic Homelessness in Milwaukee County
Milwaukee County Executive Chris Abele will unveil a new plan to end chronic homelessness in Milwaukee County with Mayor Tom Barrett at the site of the new Thurgood Marshall Apartments on Tuesday, June 9.
Jun 8th, 2015 by County Executive Chris Abele
Bay View’s Golden Age?
A proposal for five new apartment buildings in Bay View. And will At Random be razed?
May 6th, 2015 by Dave Reid
Milwaukee Housing Authority Expands Support for Homeless Veterans
"Members of our nation’s armed forces have served with courage and honor and should have a place to call home."
Apr 23rd, 2015 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Milwaukee Housing Authority Earns ‘A+’ Credit Rating
Standard & Poor’s affirms strong management and value to community
Mar 2nd, 2015 by Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee
Council approves Milwaukee Promise funding to help city neighborhoods
News release and maps document from Alderman Ashanti Hamilton
Dec 16th, 2014 by Ald. Ashanti Hamilton
Milwaukee Public Library Seeks Community Input
Developers to Present Proposed Plans for Mill Road Library at Public Meeting
Dec 1st, 2014 by Milwaukee Public Library
Milwaukee’s First 24/7 Library
Westlawn Garden's "vending machine" public library is the fourth of its kind in the nation.
Oct 10th, 2014 by Raina J. Johnson
Could Milwaukee Be the Next Ferguson?
Five reasons why it won't -- and seven reasons why it might be next.
Sep 1st, 2014 by Keith Stanley
20 Years of Helping New Homeowners
City program created in 1994 has helped 470 low income families, most living in public housing, purchase a home.
Jul 21st, 2014 by Brittany Carloni
Maskani Place Opens in Harambee Neighborhood
Homeless families get a fresh start in empowering and green environment
May 27th, 2014 by Press Release
Transforming the State’s Largest Public Housing Development
City bulldozed 332 barracks-style units at Westlawn and replaced them with more urban styles.
Apr 2nd, 2014 by Kelly Meyerhofer
