AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoHistoric Preservation & Development: Milwaukee’s city development department is again seeking a new developer for the deteriorating Humboldt Gardens/Schlitz Tavern building at 2249 N. Humboldt Ave., listing it for $5,000 and warning buyers to expect major rehabilitation costs. Energy & Construction: We Energies broke ground on three Wisconsin projects—Darien battery storage (75 MW), Dawn Harvest solar plus storage (150 MW solar/50 MW batteries), and Badger Hollow wind (110 MW)—as part of its reliability push and “union-first” jobs promise. Workforce & Industry Training: The SBA awarded $50 million to 11 organizations to provide hands-on training and technical help for small manufacturers through the Empower to Grow program. Food Safety & Supply Chains: Michigan confirmed two deaths tied to the 2026 Cyclospora outbreak, with federal scrutiny focused on Taylor Farms’ alleged efforts to delay its iceberg lettuce recall. Public Policy & Utilities: Wisconsin regulators adopted financial protections for customers tied to data-center risk, including collateral requirements, as the state weighs how to manage AI-driven power demand. Local Business & Housing: Milwaukee renters report deposit disputes after a Highgrove move-in delay, adding to ongoing legal battles involving the landlord. Community & Agriculture: West Bend Farmers’ Market is in the running for a fifth straight “best in Wisconsin” nod, while Wisconsin’s cranberry farms earned national “free outing” recognition from HGTV.
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