HACM Demonstrates Exemplary Hiring & Contracting Results
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM) have completed a four-year Voluntary Compliance Agreement with recognition that HACM has greatly exceeded goals for the Section 3 program that provides job and contracting opportunities to public housing and other low-income residents. Representatives from HUD, HACM, the Westlawn Resident Council, and Milwaukee Inner-City Congregations Allied for Hope (MICAH) j
Westlawn Residents Celebrate Christmas Together
The Westlawn Resident Council hosted a Christmas party for Westlawn Gardens residents and their families. They gathered on December 15th to exchange gifts, reflect on the year, and share their holiday spirit. #WestlawnResidentCouncil #WestlawnGardens #People
Youth & Police Learning Circles
Youth and police from the Choice Neighborhood area gathered at the Silver Spring Neighborhood Center to engage in listening circles and develop strong relationships. These events are facilitated by the Zeidler Center for Public Discussion. Click here to learn more about how the listening circles increase communication, trust and collaboration between community members and the police. #People #WestlawnGardens
CNI Welcomes Visitors to the Neighborhood
Westlawn Gardens and the Choice Neighborhood Initiative welcomed several groups of visitors to the neighborhood this month. Among the visitors, classes from Ripon College and Marquette University stopped by to learn about housing and urban policy, and colleagues from Marquette University and Near West Side Partners visited to discuss best practices to support their new Choice Neighborhood Planning Grant. It's always enjoyable to share the many great things happening in the ne
Housing Progresses at Westlawn Gardens
Residents and thousands of drivers who pass Westlawn Gardens daily have been witness to a dramatic transformation as acres of land have been cleared and new housing has started construction. Victory Manor, which will offer 60 1-bedroom apartments at N. 68th and W. Silver Spring Drive, is nearing completion, and construction has started on two 47-unit buildings just east of Victory Manor. In addition, the construction of 30 new town homes east of N. 64th Street has offered int
Westlawn Resident Council Wins National Award
The Westlawn Resident Council was named the Resident Council of the Year at the annual conference of the National Alliance of Resident Services in Affordable and Assisted Housing (NAR-SAAH) in Charlotte, NC on September 20.
The award was given in recognition of the council’s participation in Westlawn Gardens achieving the HUD Secretary’s Opportunity & Empowerment National Planning Award this year from the American Planning Association and the many ways the council has worke
Summer Block Party and Walk with the Mayor
On Thursday, August 16th, the Westlawn Resident Council, Silver Spring Neighborhood Center and Choice Neighborhood Initiative hosted the Summer Block Party & Walk with the Mayor at Westlawn Gardens! Hundreds of people gathered on a beautiful summer night to enjoy free music, food, games, activities, and resources from many CNI partners. We were thrilled to be able to offer over 500 school-aged children free backpacks and school supplies with the support of Stark Foods, the We
Wonderfully Wild Wednesdays at MPL Express
The Milwaukee Public Library held its third Wonderfully Wild Wednesday at the MPL Express vending library on August 15. Library Manager Kim Boldt and staff have used the special events to bring kids and families together for fun activities such as tie-dyeing, camping and Miss Kim's Wacky Animals, all while connecting them to library resources. The MPL Express is located at N. 64th & W. Silver Spring Drive and is the only 24/7 vending library in the Midwest! Learn more about
PNC Bank CEO Visits Westlawn Garden
Above, left to right: Todd Krumweide, VP of Originations, PNC Real Estate; Chris Goller, Regional President, PNC Financial Services Group; Tony Perez, HACM Secretary-Executive Director; Bill Demchak; Warren Jones, Travaux Development VP of Construction; Alderman Cavalier Johnson; Fernando Aniban, HACM Chief Financial Officer. The Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee was pleased to welcome Bill Demchak, Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer of The PNC Financial S
Westlawn Gardens Receives National Planning Award
Westlawn Gardens has been named the winner of the 2018 HUD Secretary's Opportunity & Empowerment Award by the American Planning Association (APA) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). One of the highest honors in the planning profession, the award emphasizes how creative housing, economic development, and private investments have been used with a comprehensive community development plan to build social equity and empower individuals and families. Rea
