The SDC board reelected Jorge Franco as board chair and selected a vice chair, secretary and treasurer during a heated meeting Wednesday.
Economic Development
Economic Development
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SDC faces an uncertain future: What you need to know about an agency in crisis
This week, the SDC board has convened a series of critical meetings as commissioners openly weigh bankruptcy options.
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Organizers seek resident feedback on King Drive Corridor Plan
The City of Milwaukee and Historic King Drive Business Improvement District No. 8 held an open house for the King Drive Corridor Plan on Tuesday, but residents can still share feedback virtually.
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‘Milwaukee’s personal florist’: Richon Martená is bringing innovation to the local floral scene
Florist Richon Martená followed God’s calling and founded a floral business, Danielle’s Flowers, in 2025. She’s ready to check off a new goal by bringing a 24-hour flower vending machine service to Milwaukee to give residents the opportunity to spread love at any time.
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MCTS introduces new transit network concepts as it deals with financial challenges
The Milwaukee County Transit System is asking the public to weigh in on two bus service concepts called “ridership” and “coverage,” which will impact daily commutes and the deficit.
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Bankruptcy talk; new life explored for former North Avenue headquarters: Here’s the latest on SDC
The Social Development Commission Board of Commissioners voted to hold off on a decision about whether to file for bankruptcy during an emergency meeting Monday night.
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Court ruling spares Wisconsin ratepayers costs of keeping Michigan coal plant open
A federal appeals court overturned an Energy Department order extending the life of the 60-year-old J.H. Campbell plant. Wisconsinites alone faced an estimated $117 million in costs over several years.
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Eleven finalists will share their business models at Rev-Up MKE on Wednesday
Rev-Up MKE, a Near West Side Partners event where small businesses can win prizes and support to develop their ideas, returns to The Rave/Eagles Club on Wednesday, Sept. 16.
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Like MCTS, FlexRide is still around but struggling
FlexRide Milwaukee is an on-demand transportation service that provides affordable rides for Milwaukee residents who work in Franklin, Oak Creek, New Berlin or Menomonee Falls.
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Revitalize Milwaukee receives grant to expand workforce development program in construction
Through a YouthBuild grant, Revitalize Milwaukee is expanding its workforce development program that gives young adults the skills and certifications they need to land careers in construction.