The candidates answer this month’s question, “What role should the city take in developing the Park East Corridor? Do you support the Community Benefits Agreement?”
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Posted inCommentary & Opinion
Bicycles: A Solution to Some of Milwaukee’s Problems
by Ben Hitchcock-Cross
Milwaukee’s slavish devotion to the automobile causes more problems than it solves. Everyone implicitly understands that an automobile is a nearly a necessity for living around Milwaukee. This supposed necessity is killing us both ecologically and sociologically; a solution might be bicycles. While the City has tried to increase the use of bicycles in Milwaukee, who would argue that attempt is serious? A serious approach will greatly benefit the City.
Posted inRNA News
Riverwest Neighborhood Association News
The Riverwest Neighborhood Association meeting covered several important development and safety issues last month, as well as accepting nominations for its first slate of elected board members. Topic covered: Snail’s Crossing (Baby Park) progress – Art Bar Cafe & Gallery plans – The Riverwest Investment Co-op (RIC) house rehab – Biopak Building – Watertower Park Trust & Property Taxes – Crime and Safety – Bylaw Amendments – Upcoming RNA Elections
Posted inNeighborhood News
Mayoral Candidates on Bike Lanes and the City Budget
Ten mayoral candidates were asked the following questions this month; only candidates who answered are listed. Most responded by email. The questions: 1) Are you in favor of a bike lane on the Hoan Bridge? 2) How would you deal with city budget difficulties?
Posted inNeighborhood News
NIP Helps Low Income Homeowners Maintain Properties
If you own your home and have a low income, you may qualify for a grant that would pay for major home repairs. The YMCA Community Development Corporation (CDC) is one agency that does major home repair under the NIP program. The program is funded by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) dollars.
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