Milwaukee County Economic Development Division

Growing and improving businesses and quality of life in the County through efficient, collaborative initiatives and programs that make a positive impact.

Milwaukee County is the economic driver of the State of Wisconsin. As the County’s Economic Development division, we work to continuously grow and improve the business environment and quality of life in our region. From the acquisition and sale of surplus property, to managing air space and cell tower leases, to supporting job training and other workforce development initiatives; all of our progra

12/12/2017

Planning a new business? Get started with this guide from West Allis!

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12/08/2017

Check out the Hales Corners Chamber of Commerce and see how economic development is being promoted in the Milwaukee County village.

:: The Hales Corners Chamber of Commerce :: Since being re-chartered in 2004 after a twenty-six year absence, the Chamber has been serving the Village of Hales Corners with quality programs and services designed to help businesses and…

Repurposed St. Anthony's to open 60 units of supportive housing, community space - Park East

12/05/2017

Have you heard about the repurposing of the former St. Anthony's Hospital in Milwaukee? Sixty units of supportive housing are set to open next year.

Repurposed St. Anthony's to open 60 units of supportive housing, community space - Park East This fall marked an important step forward in ending chronic homelessness in Milwaukee County. We celebrated St. Anthony’s repurposing ceremony at St. Benedict the Moore’s Parish. Joined by

11/30/2017

Winter may be approaching, but farmers market season is still here. Don't miss the new Christmas Market in West Allis on Friday and Saturday!

West Allis Farmers Market West Allis Farmers Market The West Allis Farmers Market offers a wide verity of seasonal produce, fresh meats and eggs, honey and maple syrup, fresh cut flowers and annual plants, and prepared foods. Each year the Farmers Market is open from the first Saturday in May through the Saturday after Thank...

Shop Local...Shop the Ward! | Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward

11/25/2017

Tomorrow is Small Business Saturday, a perfect day to shop local and support Milwaukee County's small businesses. Check out these great reasons to shop the Third Ward!

Shop Local...Shop the Ward! | Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward Shop local and shop the Ward. Make your list and check it twice, then visit the Historic Third Ward for your best shopping adventure ever! Find great savings, fun boutiques and unique gifts.

11/23/2017

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Economic Development Division! We're thankful for the wonderful people of Milwaukee County.

11/14/2017

Have you seen Oak Creek's Strategic Action Plan for 2017-2020? Thoughtful economic development is one of the city's critical success factors.

11/11/2017

A huge shout out to all of Milwaukee County's military veterans on this day of recognition. Happy Veterans Day!

Veterans' Service Office From its convenient location 6419 W. Greenfield Ave West Allis, WI 53214, the Veterans' Service Office assists eligible veterans and their dependents in applying for state and federal veterans…

Milwaukee's Quasimondo Physical Theatre to restore former north side firehouse into performance hall

11/07/2017

Plans are in place to turn a former Milwaukee north side firehouse into a performance hall. Quasimondo Physical Theater intends to restore the historic building and rename it the North Milwaukee Art Haus.

Milwaukee's Quasimondo Physical Theatre to restore former north side firehouse into performance hall Milwaukee's Quasimondo theater group plans to restore a historic former north side firehouse into its performance hall, and other creative space.

11/02/2017

It's National Men Make Dinner Day, and for some guys out there, that may be a challenge. Have no fear – Larry's Market in Brown Deer is here! Founder and owner Larry Ehlers has been making his famous pot pies for decades. So if you can't make it happen in the kitchen, try one of Milwaukee County's original specialty food shops.

Milwaukee: Larry's Market Larry's Pot Pies, all made in house.

11/02/2017

Stop by the Italian Community Center this Friday morning for "Advancing Equitable Economic Development in Milwaukee: Policy and Practice" hosted by LISC Milwaukee. Follow the link to register for this FREE event.

Advancing Equitable Economic Development In Milwaukee: Policy and Practice Our goal is to ignite civic leadership in policy and practice which results in greater racial and economic equity in Milwaukee. Given the significant level of public and private investment downtown,…