Public input to help shape Growing MKE
Joint statement from Alderman Mark Chambers, Jr. and Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa
Over the past 18+ months, the Department of City Development has conducted extensive community engagement to receive feedback on the proposed Growing MKE plan. In that time, we the sponsors have continued to hear from our communities on the North and South sides about the need to address the housing crisis here in Milwaukee. Our focus remains on adding new housing options, supporting comprehensive strategies to meet our affordable housing needs, and advancing environmental sustainability goals.
We are working with the Department of City Development to incorporate the feedback we have heard from both the community and our colleagues on the Common Council. We are confident that we are on course to contribute to the vibrancy of our great neighborhoods and create strong communities.
Keep an eye out for updates to come.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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