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Our parks and public buildings are faced with a much more daunting bill: One billion dollars. That estimate was given to us by Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley last Wednesday.
The future of the Mitchell Parks Domes took a baby step forward Tuesday. After much debate, a Milwaukee County committee agreed to apply for National Register of Historic Places status. If approved, it would mean The Domes might qualify for historic credits to help fund their much-needed restoration. Yet, no long-term plan or budget exists to ensure the future of the unique bee-hived shaped structures.
Four county supervisors asked the Milwaukee County American Rescue Plan Act Task Force for $19 million toward rehabilitating The Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory or The Domes, including newly elected Supervisor Juan Miguel Martinez. He represents the 12th District in which the Domes reside. The task force unanimously rejected the proposal.