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October 2024

Nationally acclaimed artist selected for Artist Commission at Vel R. Phillips Plaza

October 7, 2024

The Department of City Development is proud to announce Karyn Olivier, a nationally acclaimed artist, has been chosen for the commission of a public artwork at the Vel R. Phillips Plaza. Olivier's permanent memorial installation, titled 'I Didn't Do It Alone,' will honor Milwaukee politician, attorney, jurist, and civil rights activist, Vel R. Phillips.

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September 2024

Milwaukee Harbor District Riverwalk awarded $14.7 million in federal funding

September 26, 2024

The Department of City Development (DCD) is proud to announce the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) has awarded the City of Milwaukee a Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) grant, amounting to $14.7 million. The grant funds will support the Milwaukee Harbor District Harbor View Riverwalk project. 

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August 2024

Mayor Johnson and Alderwoman Taylor to lead Town Hall on former Northridge Mall 

August 2, 2024

Members of the local media are invited to join Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson and 9th District Alderwoman Larresa Taylor for a Town Hall and Q&A discussion regarding the former Northridge Mall on Monday, August 5, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. (CT). 

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July 2024

City of Milwaukee announces developer for Marcus Performing Arts Center parking garage

July 24, 2024

The City of Milwaukee is pleased to announce the selection of The Neutral Project, LLC as the developer for the Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) parking garage at 1001 North Water Street. Designed by MGA | Michael Green Architecture, a global leader in mass timber buildings, the project could include the tallest mass timber in the world and the tallest building in Wisconsin.

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City of Milwaukee awards Fresh Food Access Fund Grants 

July 9, 2024

The City of Milwaukee is awarding a new round of Fresh Food Access Fund grants to seven for-profit and not-for-profit organizations that will support healthy food initiatives in Milwaukee.

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Mayor Johnson to celebrate Independence Day with visits to Milwaukee County Parks 

July 3, 2024

Mayor Cavalier Johnson will visit a number of Milwaukee County Parks on Thursday, July 4, to celebrate Independence Day.

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June 2024

Local media invited to tour inside of former Northridge Mall

June 25, 2024

The City of Milwaukee is offering members of the local media the opportunity to tour the inside of the former Northridge Mall on Monday, July 1, 2024, at 9 a.m. (CT).

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City of Milwaukee leaders to celebrate grand opening of Vel R. Phillips Plaza 

June 24, 2024

City of Milwaukee leaders will gather to celebrate the grand opening of the Vel R. Phillips Plaza during a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 28 at 10 a.m. (CT). 

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Winning bid marks important step in demolition of former Northridge Mall 

June 24, 2024

Earlier today, the City of Milwaukee opened public bids for the asbestos abatement and demolition of the former Northridge Mall. Eight companies submitted bids for this project. The City reviewed bid submittals and Veit is the apparent low bidder at $10,682,306.85.

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Case closed: Northridge takes legal step forward

June 7, 2024

The City of Milwaukee is pleased to share that the Circuit Court ordered the matter against the former Northridge Mall closed, following the Court of Appeals' dismissal of the appeal of the raze order for mootness last month.

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Milwaukee to celebrate Independence Day in 2024

June 4, 2024

The City of Milwaukee's Fourth of July festivities are scheduled for Thursday, July 4, 2024. Milwaukee has long celebrated the Fourth of July with community events throughout the city, a tradition dating back to 1911. This year, Milwaukee will celebrate the great American holiday with parades, picnics, games, talent contests, fireworks, and more.

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Mayor Cavalier Johnson to announce Milwaukee Independence Day celebrations

June 3, 2024

Mayor Cavalier Johnson will announce the 2024 City of Milwaukee's Fourth of July festivities during a press conference on Tuesday, June 4.

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May 2024

City of Milwaukee awarded federal funding for brownfield remediation and redevelopment

May 21, 2024

The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee (RACM) was awarded $3.5 million in federal funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on May 20, 2024.

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27th annual Mayor's Design Awards winners to be honored at ceremony

May 17, 2024

Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson will present the 27th annual Mayor’s Design Awards at the UW-Milwaukee School of Architecture and Urban Planning building on Friday, May 17 at 3:45 p.m. (CT). 

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Milwaukee Arts Board announces 2024 Artists of the year, Friends of the Arts Award honorees

May 3, 2024

The City of Milwaukee Arts Board (MAB) is announcing the 2024 Mildred L. Harpole Artists of the Year and 2024 Friends of the Arts award recipients. These honorees recognize and celebrate excellence and exceptional service in Milwaukee’s arts community.

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City of Milwaukee announces new food and beverage concept from owner of Draft & Vessel at Vel R. Phillips Plaza 

May 1, 2024

The Department of City Development (DCD) is proud to announce a proposal from Nathaniel Davauer of Draft & Vessel to open a food and beverage operation at the Vel R. Phillips Plaza. 

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April 2024

 

Demolition at former Northridge Mall takes big step forward

April 30, 2024

The City of Milwaukee is excited to announce the first phase of demolition at Granville Station, formerly known as Northridge Mall, is wrapping up and the next phase is set to begin. 

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City of Milwaukee releases Growing MKE Draft Plan 

April 30, 2024

The City of Milwaukee Department of City Development (DCD) released its Growing MKE Draft Plan for public review and comment. The Growing MKE Plan is the result of a year-long planning process to propose updates to the City of Milwaukee's Comprehensive Plan and make recommendations for future updates to Milwaukee's zoning code to encourage housing growth and choice throughout Milwaukee.  

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City of Milwaukee accepting applications for new round of Fresh Food Access Grants 

April 24, 2024

The City of Milwaukee is launching the latest round of the Fresh Food Access Fund this week with new grants available to support healthy food initiatives in Milwaukee. 

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Century City Business Park sees new investment interest 

April 12, 2024

The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee (RACM) will hear two items at their monthly meeting on Thursday, April 18 for exclusive rights to negotiate with two entities at the Century City Business Park. 

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City of Milwaukee announces proposed funding for key infrastructure projects

April 11, 2024

With an amendment to Tax Incremental Finance District (TID) 67, the City of Milwaukee will fund several key public infrastructure projects to improve transportation and amenities. 

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March 2024

City launches website to provide updates on former Northridge Mall

March 22, 2024

The City of Milwaukee Department of City Development has launched a dedicated website to provide timely updates on the former Northridge Mall.

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Exterior demolition to begin at city-owned Boston Store

March 20, 2024

Exterior, structural demolition of the city-owned Boston Store at the former Northridge Mall is expected to begin as early as Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

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February 2024

 

MAB Accepting Public Nominations for Artists of the Year, Friends of the Arts Awards

February 19, 2024

The City of Milwaukee Arts Board (MAB) is accepting nominations from the public for the Mildred L. Harpole Artists of the Year award and the Friends of the Arts award. Recipients of these awards represent excellence and exceptional service in Milwaukee’s arts community.

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City of Milwaukee Opens Application Period for Summer Youth Internship Program

February 09, 2024

Applications are now being accepted for the City of Milwaukee’s Summer Youth Internship Program (SYIP) which provides local youth with employment and life skills, and helps them meet educational, job readiness, and career exploration goals. 

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January 2024

 

Finalists for Artist Commission at Vel R. Phillips Plaza announced

January 29, 2024

The Department of City Development (DCD) proudly announces the three finalists for an Artist Commission at the Vel R. Phillips Plaza. DCD is commissioning an original public art installation at a new public plaza to be named in honor of Milwaukee politician, attorney, jurist, and civil rights activist Vel R. Phillips.

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2024 Mayor’s Design Awards now accepting nominations

January 25, 2024

The City of Milwaukee’s Department of City Development is accepting nominations for the 27th Annual Mayor’s Design Awards, which recognize design excellence and notable Milwaukee development projects. 

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