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Park East Public Hearing Attracts Numerous Arena Supporters and Opponents

Courtesy of the Milwaukee Bucks
Supporters tout the economic development they say the arena project would generate.

The Milwaukee County Board held a hearing Tuesday night to get input on a proposed $1 sale of Park East Land. The sale of the county parcel would help pave the way for the Bucks arena project.

Many citizens voiced concerns about the land sale – in addition to the broader proposed public investment in the project. Meanwhile, many of those who back the land sale say it would put an abandoned parcel to good use. They also argue the arena project will benefit the entire community.

A county board committee is scheduled to vote on the $1 land sale next week.

Ann-Elise is WUWM's news director.
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