The Social Development Commission, or SDC, is asking the federal government to reverse a decision made by the state that could alter the anti-poverty agency’s funding options.
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SDC faces more funding upheaval after state removes its community action status
The state of Wisconsin is rescinding the Social Development Commission’s status as Milwaukee County’s community action agency, a move that puts the SDC’s ability to offer critical services to the community in jeopardy.
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‘A critical path’: SDC leaders discuss next steps to keep agency alive
Leaders of the Social Development Commission say continuing to get funding from the state as a community action agency is their priority for keeping the social services agency in business.
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Everyone agrees SDC’s services are needed. But who should deliver them?
State government workers, Social Development Commission staff and community members gathered on Friday to discuss SDC’s community action agency designation.
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SDC’s North Avenue buildings face foreclosure risk
Forward Community Investments launched foreclosure proceedings against SD Properties Inc. and the Social Development Commission last week for defaulting on mortgage payments.
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The state is holding a public hearing on the Social Development Commission. Here’s what you need to know.
The Social Development Commission could lose major funding as a community action agency. The public is invited to share feedback on the SDC during an April 4 hearing.
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Here’s an update on what’s going on at the Social Development Commission
The Social Development Commission has added two members to its board and is continuing to seek funding to restart some key programs and repay employees.
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Four takeaways from the Social Development Commission’s latest board meeting
The Social Development Commission board voted to restore its audit committee and discussed SDC’s grant funding and financial records at a meeting on Thursday.
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Elected leaders weigh in on reopening of Social Development Commission
The reopening of the Social Development Commission after months of disruption, has sparked mixed reactions from elected officials and community leaders in Milwaukee.
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SDC is back in business but full recovery remains uncertain
The Social Development Commission relaunched some of its programs on Monday, with its main office at 1730 W. North Ave. now open to the public during business hours.