RACINE — Little frustrates people more than reaching out to City Hall on an issue and then … nothing. There is no follow-up and nothing happens. The Common Council discussed the issue during recent budget hearings. Alderman Jeff Coe said one of the top complaints he hears is the lack of response from City Hall […]
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City’s 2024 budget includes increases in fees and fines
RACINE — There was good news and bad news from the city’s proposed 2024 budget. The good news was a potential decrease in the mill rate for the sixth year, down 24% from 2017, and the increase in net new construction – giving the city an additional $430,000 in the operational budget. The bad news […]
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Mayor Mason presents the 2024 city budget
RACINE — With assessed property values edging toward historic levels, multiple large-scale construction projects underway, and a grant from the state, the city’s 2024 fiscal belt is not as tight as it has been in years past. Mayor Cory Mason presented the proposed 2024 city budget to the Racine Common Council on Thursday. The budget […]
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Abandoned downtown YMCA sought after by City of Racine for redevelopment; public hearing is Sept. 18
RACINE — The City of Racine and Racine Family YMCA are currently in communication working to resolve the abandoned YMCA in Downtown Racine located at 725 Lake Ave. For years, this YMCA location served as a cornerstone of the Racine community. The building serviced thousands of kids and their families through engaging programs and athletics. […]
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City of Racine Finance and Personnel Committee to discuss employee benefits, funding requests and litigation on Sept. 11
RACINE, Wis. — A Finance and Personnel Committee meeting is set for 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 11, at City Hall in room 303 as committee members consider various proposals affecting city employees and the city’s financial future. Finance and Personnel Committee agenda highlights Chair Marcus West and Vice Chair Maurice Horton will lead the […]
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Racine Community Development Block Grant Advisory Board to discuss key funding initiatives on Aug. 22
RACINE, Wis. — The City of Racine Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Advisory Board is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2023, at 6 p.m. in Room 303 at City Hall. The meeting’s agenda, sponsored by Mayor Cory Mason, includes several key items for consideration. 1637 Packard St. project The board will consider a […]
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UPDATE: Assessing the damage to City Hall after weekend crash
RACINE — The city continues to assess the damage to City Hall after a 58-year-old man drove his Dodge Charger into the building on Saturday. The crash occurred on the south side, near Center Street.  The Racine Fire Department extracted the man from the vehicle. He was taken to Milwaukee where he was reportedly […]
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YEP: 66 youths employed through City of Racine’s Youth Employment Program
RACINE — This summer the City of Racine is employing 66 youths through the eight-week-long Summer Youth Employment Program (YEP). The program is designed to commit and invest in youth opportunities in Racine. The initiative is led by Youth Employment Officer Kischa Buford in Mayor Cory Mason’s office. YEP assists the youth of the community […]
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Black Humanity Now street mural needs maintenance; City Attorney recommends denial
Two years after the Black Humanity Now street mural was painted, organizer Scott Terry is seeking approval, once again, from the City of Racine and its Public Works and Service Committee, as well as the Common Council to repaint the historical street mural. Today, on Aug. 10, the committee will discuss the matter. Tonight’s meeting […]