UEDA Announces 13th Annual Community Development Summit

Milwaukee – On Thursday, October 16, 2014 the Urban Economic Development Association of Wisconsin (UEDA) will host its 13th annual Community Development Summit, which will feature an interactive “lab” format designed to engage a diverse group of stakeholders and develop strategies to move projects forward. The event will be held at the Italian Conference Center, located at 631 E. Chicago Street in Milwaukee from 8 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Community members, creatives, development practitioners, artists, business owners, neighborhood organizations, local and regional government representatives, funders and other community stakeholders will be in attendance to discuss and demonstrate how arts, culture and creativity intersect with community development strategies to transform neighborhoods, business districts and other urban areas.

“This year, UEDA’s Summit will focus on specific development projects, districts and corridors in Milwaukee through the lens of art and creativity,” said Bill Johnson, executive director of UEDA. “I’m confident that all in attendance will leave with actionable, measurable next steps that can help move community projects forward.”

This year’s Summit will feature interactive “lab” discussions focused on the Bronzeville District, Milwaukee’s Commercial Corridors, Sherman Park Theater Project and Walker’s Point Innovation District.

Registration for the event, including lunch, is $35.00 for non-UEDA members and $25.00 for current UEDA members. For more information or to register for the event, visit www.UEDAWI.org, call UEDA at 414-562-9904 or mail a check (payable to UEDA) and contact information to: UEDA, 2212 N. MLK Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53212.

About UEDA

The Urban Economic Development Association (UEDA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting economic development and job creation initiatives that revitalize Wisconsin communities by building capacity in the community and economic development sector through professional development, innovative solutions, policy advocacy and collaboration.

For more information: Bill Johnson, (414) 562-9904