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The West Milwaukee Community Development Authority (CDA) and Plan Commission are currently accepting applications for open Commissioner positions!
The CDA consists of seven (7) members, including two (2) appointed members of the Village Board, and four (5) citizen appointees. The CDA meets the fourth Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the West Milwaukee Community Centre’. The WMCDA concentrates on the elimination of urban blight, is authorized to review and implement redevelopment plans and urban renewal projects within the corporate limits of the Village of West Milwaukee, as directed by the elected officials of the Village Board.
The Plan Commission consists of seven (7) members, including the Village President who serves as Chairperson, two (2) appointed members of the Village Board, and four (4) citizen appointees. The Plan Commission meets the second Tuesday of the Monday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the West Milwaukee Community Centre’. The Plan Commission reviews planning documents, sign permits, conditional use permits, and occupancy applications.
If you live in West Milwaukee and are interested in applying for the CDA or Plan Commission, please contact the Clerk’s Department for more information and/or an application. The Village President makes appointments, subject to confirmation by the Village Board.
Please click here for more information on the CDA and other committees within the Village of West Milwaukee.