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Board adopted Amendment No. 2 to the Project Plan for TIF District No. 67 to allocate TIF funds for King Park, traffic calming, street repaving/reconstruction, potential property acquisition, development preparation, commercial corridor grants, and contingency/administration (Res. No. 11077). The Authority approved conveying Redevelopment Authority-owned vacant lots to the City to consolidate lots for future marketing and development (Res. No. 11078). The board authorized redevelopment revenue bond support for the 3100 Meinecke affordable housing project (Res. No. 11079). It also approved a license agreement for Westown Night Market events at two downtown properties (Res. No. 11080). The May 4, 2026 special meeting minutes were adopted by consensus.
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What this means
The board approved reallocating tax-increment financing (TIF) money to pay for local infrastructure, park work, street repairs, and small commercial grants in and around the Brewery/Pabst area; the TIF is expected to close in 2031. They moved several Redevelopment Authority-owned vacant lots into City control to prepare those sites for future development. The Authority also agreed to support bond financing for a new 83-unit affordable housing project (mostly for seniors) and allowed summer Night Market events at two downtown sites. For residents, these actions mean planned public investment in streets, parks, and housing in affected neighborhoods and scheduled downtown events.
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- Adopted May 4, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes by consensus.
- Approved Amendment No. 2 to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental Financing District No. 67 (Pabst Brewery/The Brewery Project) allocating funding for King Park, traffic calming, street repaving/reconstruction, potential property acquisition, development preparation, commercial corridor grants, and contingency/administration; Adopted Res. No. 11077 (carried 5 ayes, 0 nays; one commissioner lost connection).
- Authorized conveyance/consolidation of Redevelopment Authority-owned vacant lots to the City to facilitate future marketing and development in the King Park area; Adopted Res. No. 11078 (carried 4 ayes, 1 nay).
- Approved issuance/support of redevelopment revenue bonds for the 3100 Meinecke Project (83 affordable units — 80% seniors, 20% healthcare workers); Adopted Res. No. 11079 (carried 5 ayes, 0 nays).
- Authorized a License Agreement with the Westown Association for properties at 634 N. 5th St. and 401-41 W. Wisconsin Ave. for Night Market events on June 24, July 22, August 19, and September 16; Adopted Res. No. 11080 (carried 5 ayes, 0 nays).
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REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
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- The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee Meeting will be a hybrid with in-person and virtual options available. Instructions, virtual access and meeting details can be found on the Redevelopment Authority website: https://city.milwaukee.gov/DCD/BoardsCommissions/racm. Individuals wishing to provide testimony relating to this matter are encouraged to do so via the following methods: 1. Submit comments via email no later than one business day prior to the start of the meeting: RACMInfo@milwaukee.gov. 2. Microsoft Teams (viewing and participation) - Please see below for details on how to watch the meeting online. There is a chat feature that will allow you to submit questions or comments during the meeting. Please join the May 21, 2026 RACM Board meeting from your computer or mobile app Or call in (audio only) +1 414-251-0392, 627658419# United States, Milwaukee Phone Conference ID: 627 658 419#
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Roll Call
- Minutes
- Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental Financing District No. 67 (Pabst Brewery/The Brewery Project), in the 4th Aldermanic District.
- Resolution approving Amendment No. 2 to the Project Plan for Tax Incremental Financing District No. 67 (Pabst Brewery/The Brewery Project), in the 4th Aldermanic District.
- Resolution authorizing the conveyance of thirteen Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee-owned vacant lots to the City of Milwaukee, to facilitate future marketing and development, in the 4th Aldermanic District.
- Resolution authorizing the conveyance of thirteen Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee-owned vacant lots to the City of Milwaukee, to facilitate future marketing and development, in the 4th Aldermanic District.
- Resolution relating to issuance of redevelopment revenue bonds with respect to the 3100 Meinecke Project.
- Resolution relating to issuance of redevelopment revenue bonds with respect to the 3100 Meinecke Project.
- Resolution authorizing a License Agreement with the Westown Association for the properties at 634 North 5th Street and 401-41 West Wisconsin Avenue for a special event.
- Resolution authorizing a License Agreement with the Westown Association for the properties at 634 North 5th Street and 401-41 West Wisconsin Avenue for a special event.
- Other Business
- Adjournment
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