A mixed-use development that included 36 affordable housing units on the city’s south side will not include a new 14,000 square foot community center after all, following a city attorney’s determination that the center, which was included in the approved land use plans, was not eligible for TIF support under state law.
According to the Wisconsin State Journal, the determination reduces the original $12.4 million project from Mirus Partners Inc. and nonprofit Movin’ Out Inc. to a revised $11.1 million plan with at least 40 of 48 units designed for low-income renters and 3,000 square feet of commercial space but no new community center.
The city is looking at options to improve the existing 5,200 square foot community center at 1917 Lake Point Drive but admits funding could be a challenge.
Meanwhile, new options for a standalone community center are being explored.
