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Milwaukee Courthouse Renovation Costs Surge | Milwaukee News
Milwaukee County’s historic courthouse is facing a $900 million renovation after decades of decay, with crumbling walls, leaky pipes, and soaring costs threatening court operations. A push to let voters decide on funding fizzled when the finance committee killed the referendum, arguing elected officials must handle complex decisions. Despite inflation risks and a $38 million planning budget, the county executive vows to manage costs via state funds and debt, while spending half a million on PR to rally support — all with completion slated between 2029 and 2032. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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