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Milwaukee parking rules changes; debate over what’s at stake
Milwaukee parking rules changes debate
If you live in or visit downtown Milwaukee, you should know parking rules could soon change.
MILWAUKEE – If you live in or visit downtown Milwaukee, you should know parking rules could soon change.
Milwaukee’s City Plan Commission heard from Growing MKE on Monday, Nov. 6 about housing growth in the city. Part of it involves parking.
“I think that’s something we’ve really tried to protect the public from to make sure there’s enough parking, so my feelings are mixed,” said Allyson Nemec, City Plan Commission Vice Chair.
The recommendation would essentially eliminate parking minimums for developers when it comes to multifamily units. The rule right now requires developers to provide a specific amount of parking when building new housing.
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“They sort of create an artificial cap on things, they put a lot of burden on somebody that’s just trying to build a new house or apartment, open a business,” said Rachel Quednau, program director for Strong Towns.
The proposal would impact housing like small apartment buildings, duplexes and cottage courts. Some city leaders say it would allow for more greenery while also encouraging people to use public transit.
“We have bus lines, we have better and better bike options and walk options, the street car. So many people aren’t even driving downtown,” Quednau said.
Quednau said she thinks it should be up to developers to decide how much parking will be put in.
City Plan Commission Chair Stephanie Bloomingdale disagrees.
“There are some out there that just want to make plain money and not about really making these places good for families good for communities and so forth,” Bloomingdale said.
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Bloomingdale said the city should have some control and expectations when it comes to developers.
The topic was tabled for future discussions. City officials said there will be public hearings on the proposal later this month.
Fatal shooting at 44th and Burleigh, Milwaukee
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner’s Office was dispatched on Friday, Nov. 29 to 44th and Burleigh for the shooting of a man.
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Fatal shooting at 44th and Burleigh, Milwaukee
Fatal shooting at 44th and Burleigh, Milwaukee
FOX6 News has a crew on the scene – and we will update this post when more information is available.
Black Friday beer at Lakefront Brewery
It’s the yearly Black Friday beer sale at Lakefront Brewery! And people waited outside in the bitter cold to get ahold of the four varieties.
MILWAUKEE – Lakefront Brewery’s Black Friday beer sale is back!
People braved the cold weather, waiting outside until the doors opened at 8 a.m. The Curd Wagon was also on hand for those waiting outside.
The sale runs until noon.
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For more information and the beer varieties available, click here.
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'This is my pub': Packers Fans fill Moran’s in South Milwaukee for Thanksgiving watch party
SOUTH MILWAUKEE — It was all about the Packers Thursday night at Moran’s Pub on Thanksgiving. Dozens of fans spent the end of the holiday cheering on Green Bay as they took on the Miami Dolphins.
Moran’s invited TMJ4 to check out their special watch party and soak in the atmosphere.
Deanna Olson, a devoted fan, referred to the pub as her home. “This is my pub,” she said. “This is my hometown, South Milwaukee, born and raised. I live here, I love it, and I always cheer on my Packers. I’ve got to bring Grandpa’s flag, and here we are.”
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That flag has become a lucky fashion statement of sorts for Olson.
“We went ahead and put this on as an ascot, and then we beat the Bears, so the ascot has to come back,” she said.
Watch: Packers Fans fill Moran’s in South Milwaukee for Thanksgiving watch party
Packers Fans fill Moran’s in South Milwaukee for Thanksgiving watch party
Olson wasn’t the only fan relying on a good luck charm Thursday night.
“I always have my Packer purse. Always during Packer season, I’ve got to make sure that I carry this,” said Katie “Grammy” Hilpert.
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Hilpert was joined by her daughter and granddaughter. Together, they bleed Green and Gold. Moran’s is her go-to pub, making the game even more enjoyable.
“Oh, they’re my boys. I’m very thankful because they have had a little better of a season, but we’ll take what we can get,” said Hilpert.
During the game, fans had the chance to play games and participate in raffles.
Both Hilpert’s and Olson’s lucky charms paid off as the Packers secured the win.
While Hilpert was grateful to cheer on her beloved Packers this holiday, simply coming together at the pub was already a guaranteed victory.
“What are you thankful for?” asked TMJ4’s Mike Beiermeister.
“Grandchildren, children. Life in general is really good, really good right now,” Hilpert replied, embodying the spirit of gratitude on this Thanksgiving Day.
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