Wisconsin greenlights $589 million in building projects
Most of the approved funding will pay for expansions and renovations that support university system growth
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Wisconsin water infrastructure projects awarded $414 million
Wisconsin is providing $14 million to improve wastewater and stormwater infrastructure in communities across the state
Wisconsin advances broadband connectivity with $140 million investment
Funds will help entities in the state construct or improve community buildings for internet access, purchase and install broadband equipment, and loan out Wi-Fi-enabled devices to those without access
States, cities eye creative solutions to housing availability
States and cities are looking at creative ways to make more cost-conscious housing available by renovating hotels, office buildings and properties containing multiple small houses
Wisconsin directs $36 million in federal funds for capital projects
Projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act include $15 million for a sports and convention center.
Wisconsin approves $388 million in state projects
One of the largest projects will be a history museum with an estimated cost of $160 million.
