A new housing development proposed by Neumann Companies could bring 34 owner-occupied single-family homes to the former Giese Elementary School site at 5120 Byrd Ave. in Racine. The project aims to create attainable homeownership opportunities for local workers, particularly educators and municipal employees who have faced growing challenges entering today’s housing market.
The Village of Mount Pleasant has launched a new Small Business Retention and Expansion Program to strengthen connections with local businesses and support their long-term success. The initiative is focused on businesses with 500 or fewer employees and is designed to help owners access resources, share feedback, and connect with organizations that can assist with growth and expansion.
Located along I-94, in the fast-growing corridor between Chicago and Milwaukee, Racine County is the ideal place to live, work and do business. Check out the latest development insights, news, and resources in this edition of the RCEDC Development Newsletter.
The Village of Mount Pleasant is experiencing a significant increase in residential development, with several new projects helping meet growing housing demand across the community. According to reporting by the Milwaukee Business Journal, the village issued permits for 475 new housing units in 2025, the highest annual total in nearly 50 years. Major projects underway include Springs at Mount Pleasant, a 280-unit apartment community, and Leo Living, a 220-unit rental housing development.
Microsoft recently committed to investing heavily in building a data center in the Village of Mount Pleasant in Racine County, Wisconsin. Here are the latest updates.
Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Jill Oelslager, the Burlington Area School District (BASD) established a districtwide AI Task Force focused on building educator confidence, promoting responsible AI adoption, and creating meaningful learning experiences for students. Led by Career and Technical Education Coordinator Ben Hendricks, the initiative is helping educators understand how AI can support learning while ensuring students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Located along I-94, in the fast-growing corridor between Chicago and Milwaukee, Racine County is the ideal place to live, work and do business. Check out the latest development insights, news, and resources in this edition of the RCEDC Development Newsletter.
Racine County continues to stand out as a hub for impactful development, with several local projects recognized by the Milwaukee Business Journal as finalists in its 2026 Real Estate Awards for New Construction. Selected from a record number of nominations, these projects highlight the innovation, collaboration, and investment shaping the region’s future.
A global manufacturer of electric vehicle battery components is planning a major investment in Mount Pleasant, signaling continued momentum for advanced manufacturing in Racine County. According to reporting by the Milwaukee Business Journal, Kedali America LLC plans to invest approximately $72 million to establish its first U.S. manufacturing facility and headquarters in the community.
Located along I-94, in the fast-growing corridor between Chicago and Milwaukee, Racine County is the ideal place to live, work and do business. Check out the latest development insights, news, and resources in this edition of the RCEDC Development Newsletter.