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Get to Know Your Neighbor

Do you want to start your local business but do not know how to start?

To support Artesania LLC visit their Instagram Page or call Alejandra via WhatsApp at (414) 803-7059. You can also show support by sharing this business with friends and family! 

VIA knows that strong businesses and local ownership make healthy neighborhoods. If you are interested in starting a business in the Silver City, Layton Park or Burnham Park neighborhoods, we can help! Contact Cinthia, VIA’s economic development manager at cinthiats@viacdc.org, or check out our website for more information.


Learn more HERE.

Neighborhood Updates
VIA - Mortgage & Property Tax Grant

Looking for options to get caught up on your mortgage or property taxes? If you are currently delinquent on your property taxes or mortgage you might qualify for a grant up to $3,000 in assistance!

Contact Cinthia to learn more: cinthia@viacdc.org or
call 414-944-6007.
I-94 East-West Corridor Study

Please join the Wisconsin Department of Transportation at either of two open house style public involvement meetings on December 8th & 9th.

Learn about the I-94 East-West project, talk with project staff, and submit input on alternative designs for the corridor.



Community Updates
Annual Gathering 2021

Thank you to everyone who attended this year's Annual Gathering! It was wonderful to share an evening with neighbors and celebrate all you do in the community. We hope you can join us next year!

Make sure to congratulate winners of this year's Good Neighbor Awards and Love Where You Live Photo Contest when you see them around!
Mitchell Park Domes

The Mitchell Park Domes, a beloved Milwaukee destination and local landmark, endangered! The County will be providing an update to the County Board's Parks Committee including presenting a timeline for decision making regarding future plans for the Domes on Tuesday, December 7 at 9:00am. This virtual meeting is open to the public and is an excellent opportunity for your voice to be heard on what you think should be done with the Domes.

For details, visit Save Our Domes.
Holiday Lights Contest 2021

VIA CDC invites all Silver City, Burnham Park and Layton Park neighbors in our first ever Neighborhood Holiday Lighting Contest. Decorate the front of your home for the winter holidays and submit a photo to be a part of our Facebook voting by December 12th!

Visit our Facebook page from December 13th - 16th to vote for your favorite home! The top 3 photos with the most likes will win a $25 certificate to a neighborhood restaurant!
 
To enter please fill out this form or send an email to Cinthia@viacdc.org with your photo and your name. For more information and updates please visit our website.

Financial Resources & Business Updates
Newline Community Cafe

Newline Community Cafe is always open to the public and all of their events & classes are free to the community!
Latino Entrepreneurial Network

Join the Latino Entrepreneurial Network annual 15th Exito Awards that will take place on Saturday, December 11th from 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm at the Oak Creek Community Center 8580 S Howell Ave, Oak Creek, WI.

Tickets can be purchased at HERE.

Youth Activities
Twilight Centers

Milwaukee Rec’s Twilight Centers provide free safe spaces for young people to go during the evenings. They have board games, sports, open gym, and more! Pulaski High School and South Division High School are open Mondays & Wednesdays: 6:00pm - 9:00pm and Saturdays: 6:00pm -10:00 pm. For more information click here or call Kristen Ramirez at 414-777-7883.
Kids’ Night Out

December 10th
Time: 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost: $30

Kids’ Night Out at the Wisconsin Humane Society. Kids’ Night Out is for kids in grades 1st - 6th and provides an opportunity for parents to enjoy a Friday evening to themselves while the kids have an awesome time with crafts and activities.


Healthy Living Updates

Healthcare.gov will be open January 15, 2022 to help you gain access to the right insurance plan.

The Community Healthcare Access Program (CHAP) & UWM Norris Health Center is here to connect city of Milwaukee residents who seek support applying for effective health insurance coverage.

For questions or assistance with enrollment in state programs (BadgerCare/FoodShare) or federal programs (Marketplace), call the City of Milwaukee Health Department Community Healthcare Access Program at (414) 286-8620 or schedule your virtual 1 on 1 appointment now.
City of Milwaukee Health Department

The City of Milwaukee Health Department is asking for input from the community on what strategies the Health Department should prioritize in their strategic plan.

You know what's best for your family's health! Share your thoughts and priorities by December 23rd HERE.

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