3-10-26 - Community Development Authority Meeting

The City of West Allis Community Development Authority (CDA) held a meeting on March 10, 2026, primarily focused on the creation and approval of Tax Increment District (TID) number 22. The meeting included a public hearing to review the project plan and boundaries for the new overlay district, which covers approximately 2.5 acres within the existing TID 15. The proposed development includes 117 new apartment units, retail space, and public amenities, with a total TID budget of approximately $12.9 million over 22 years, including a $5.6 million housing incentive. The CDA discussed financial feasibility, developer agreements, and the necessity of the overlay district to extend the development timeline and attract private investment. Additionally, the CDA approved a service contract with Concord Group for construction cost review related to a development project at 8530 West National Avenue and renewed a lease for temporary pickleball courts on CDA-owned property. Updates were also provided on environmental testing and cleanup grant applications for a site redevelopment. The meeting concluded with a closed session to discuss a $4 million city guarantee on a hotel construction loan, which is now being released due to strong hotel performance.