Many people wonder why more isn’t being done about Milwaukee’s deteriorating housing conditions. Here’s what local and state leaders are saying about it.
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As homelessness crisis worsens, Milwaukee sees some success
Despite increase in homelessness, advocates see signs of hope.
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Health care professionals and leaders call for change as more Milwaukee seniors become homeless
Homelessness among Milwaukee’s older adults is rising due to a lack of resources, isolation and other systemic gaps. Leaders and health care workers are coming together to address the issue.
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Homeowners continue to raise concerns about property assessments as deadline to appeal approaches
Many of Milwaukee’s homeowners question why their home assessment jumped and what it means for property taxes. The deadline to appeal your home assessment is Monday, May 18.
Posted inCommunity, Economic Development, Housing, Public Safety
Rooted & Rising previews Washington Park Quality of Life Plan and reveals Lisbon charette designs
Rooted & Rising and Athena Communications are working with Washington Park residents and community partners to develop and implement the neighborhood’s quality of life goals.
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Milwaukee’s housing crisis leaves younger adults and families struggling to find stability
With housing instability on the rise among younger adults in Milwaukee, leaders and organizations came together at Wellpoint Care Network to address the crisis and come up with possible solutions for younger adults who see no future for homeownership.
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The Community Development Alliance’s annual bus tour shows progress in several North Side communities
The latest tour brought together community organizers, developers, nonprofit leaders and city officials for a daylong journey through neighborhoods where housing projects are actively reshaping the landscape.
Posted inCommunity, Housing, Resources
Project Clean & Green is helping get rid of flood-damaged and other unwanted items
Unwanted items are being collected from residential properties until June 1. Learn when they’ll be picking up trash in your neighborhood.
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Dominican Center expands program to assist Amani residents with small home repairs
The Dominican Center is providing gift cards to Amani residents to help with small repairs like floors, faucets, sinks and other needs.
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Here’s what you can do if you experienced damage from the storms in Milwaukee
Some residents are again dealing with flooding after torrential rain in the area. Here’s what you can do if your basement was flooded or need to report a downed tree.