Racine City Development

05/13/2026

If you are interested in locating your business downtown or have a business downtown, RCEDC has some opportunities for assistance. Check out the link below for more details.

This downtown Racine grant program has a finite amount of funding, so to maximize the positive impact of the grant program and the revitalization of downtown Racine, eligible applicants will be prioritized based on industry, with retail and restaurants having the highest priority.

05/09/2026

A bit behind for showing the Lincoln-King Neighborhood housing development and progress on the Community Center. ReStore: Habitat for Humanity is above ground on two dwellings, all eight townhome buildings are underway, and the community center is looking great!

04/22/2026

Confessions of a Side Hustler Workshop Series
The Unfiltered Truth About Starting a Business Nobody Talks About

Presenters: Angelique Sharpe and TJ Bowling of LADYINC Philanthropies Inc in collaboration with Legacy Redevelopment Corporation.

Register online at: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fsqrqmd

Location:
Kenosha Emerging Leaders Academy
2222 63rd St, Kenosha, WI 53143


A quarterly learning series for emerging entrepreneurs and side hustlers building real businesses. Participants must attend all sessions to qualify for the Pitch Competition Micro Grant Awards.

*Kenosha based businesses have priority. Seating is limited.

Part I — Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Topic: From Chaos to Clarity

Part II — Saturday, June 27, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Topic: When the Money Doesn’t Match the Effort

Part III — Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Topic: Building Something Real

Part IV — To Be Announced, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Topic: Saying It Out Loud & Proud

Program Format
4 Interactive Sessions (Quarterly)
Saturday Sessions| 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
In Person Participation
Continental Breakfast Provided

Pitch Competition
Participants who attend the first three sessions will be invited to submit a business pitch for the Prosperity Builders Pitch Competition, with winners announced during Session IV.

Pitch Competition Micro Grant Awards
1st Place: $2,500

2nd Place: $1,500

3rd Place: $1,000

Additional Incentive: All participants who attend at least three of the four sessions are eligible for free professional headshots to support their branding, credibility, pitch readiness, and digital presence.

04/15/2026

2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP) Public Hearing

The City of Racine is beginning development of its 2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP) for programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), including:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
• Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)

This hearing is part of the City’s citizen participation process to identify community needs and priorities before the draft plan is prepared.
We want to hear from you! Share your input on housing, public services, economic development, and neighborhood improvement needs.

Thursday, April 23, 2026
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
City Hall, Room 303

Residents, stakeholders, and service providers are encouraged to attend and provide input. Your feedback will help shape funding priorities for the upcoming program year.

If you require accommodations or language assistance, please contact the Housing Division at 262-636-9197.

04/12/2026

features the Lincoln-King Community Center and housing project. Seven of eight townhome buildings are underway, and earthwork is complete for the final site.

ReStore: Habitat for Humanity of Racine & Kenosha Counties will be starting two dwellings on the east end of the project area very soon; lot prep work has already begun.

The community center and federally qualified health clinic (FQHC) work continues inside and out; it looks amazing!

03/30/2026

03/02/2026

📣TIME TO APPLY
The TID 23 Homeowner Application Window is OPEN:
📅 March 2, 2026 - March 13, 2026
Apply online at:
👉 https://www.buildupracine.org/homeownertid/
⚠️ Applications will ONLY be accepted online.
Need assistance?
📞 262-636-9398
📍 Visit us: 730 Washington Ave, Room 304, Racine, WI 53403

02/25/2026

⚠️ FINAL DAYS!

TID 28 applications are open and close Friday, 02/27/26.

Apply online:
👉 https://www.buildupracine.org/homeownertid/

Questions or need help?
📞 262-636-9398
📍 730 Washington Ave, Room 304, Racine, WI 53403

Don’t wait — apply before the deadline!

⏳ COUNTDOWN IS ON! ⏳

The TID 28 Homeowner Application Window opens:

📅 February 16, 2026
⏰ 8:00 AM

Apply online at:
👉 https://www.buildupracine.org/homeownertid/

⚠️ Applications will ONLY be accepted online.

Need assistance?
📞 262-636-9398
📍 Visit us: 730 Washington Ave, Room 304, Racine, WI 53403

02/20/2026

City of Racine Black History Month • Bill Bowers

Bill Bowers made history as Racine’s first Black City Assessor in 2014 and later as Director of City Development in 2020. Prior to joining the City of Racine, he held leadership roles with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue and Milwaukee’s Department of City Development.

With expertise in public finance and urban development, Bowers played a key role in shaping Racine’s growth strategy, focusing on equitable development and long-term opportunity for residents. His leadership reflected a commitment to thoughtful planning and community-centered progress.

Throughout Black History Month, the City of Racine is highlighting individuals whose lives and work helped move our community forward. More stories to come.

02/19/2026

It's and today's video shows townhome building 1 with roof trusses, building 2 with exterior siding, buildings 4 with first floor walls, building 5 with footings and foundation, and the foundation to building 8 in the ground. The other three buildings will begin shorlty once underground work is complete. These units will be for sale to owner occupants in the coming months.

The townhomes flank a rapidly progressing community center and federally qualified health clinic that is coming into form. We hope everyone has enjoyed the unseasonably warm weather that made this February flight possible.