MKE Aerotropolis Development Plan A Shared Vision for the Communities Around the Airport Environmental Justice Task Force June 6, 2017 1 #237438 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Aerotropolis Concept What is an Aerotropolis? “A new urban form where cities are built around airports speedily connecting time-sensitive suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and business people to distant customers, clients, and marketplaces.” – Dr. John Kasarda 2 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Characteristics of an Aerotropolis Concentrated Aerotropolis-supporting land uses within a short drive of the airport that support and/or create more: Passenger Travel Freight Movement Hotels and entertainment Cargo-oriented and time- • • venues sensitive manufacturing Meeting and exhibition space Logistics facilities • • Business parks Distribution centers • • Retail Warehousing districts • • Optimal connectivity within the Aerotropolis to maximize speed, agility, and convenience in the movement of people and goods Transportation Elements Local, collector, and arterial streets and highways • Intermodal freight hubs • Public transit • 3 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Aerotropolis Milwaukee Effort Led by The Gateway to Milwaukee MGAC MEMBERS and Milwaukee Gateway City of Cudahy Aerotropolis Corporation (MGAC) City of Franklin City of Greenfield City of Milwaukee City of Oak Creek City of South Milwaukee City of St. Francis Village of Greendale Village of Hales Corners Milwaukee County General Mitchell International Airport Port of Milwaukee Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission The Vision for Wisconsin Department of Transportation Aerotropolis Milwaukee Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority Aerotropolis Milwaukee is a vibrant and Cobalt Partners diverse transportation and commercial Crystal Limousine & Coach hub, a globally recognized economic GLR Management engine that attracts business and people HNTB VJS Construction Services to the Milwaukee region 4 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
The MKE Aerotropolis Development Plan What could an Aerotropolis look like around MKE? The Challenge: “Aerotropolis” is somewhat conceptual—what can realistically be achieved in Milwaukee? Much of the land around MKE is already developed—but there are significant redevelopment opportunities and areas that are still undeveloped Every affected community already has its own plans and projects within its boundaries—this plan can help coordinate efforts around a shared vision of airport- oriented economic development Height and other restrictions on development near the Airport need to be identified and considered when planning for growth 5 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
The MKE Aerotropolis Development Plan What is the purpose of the plan? Establish a shared vision and coordinated effort to capitalize on the Airport in order to enhance the quality of life, stimulate economic investment, and promote job growth in surrounding communities How is the plan organized? Land Use Recommendations (Chapter 3) Aerotropolis Growth Areas (proximity to Airport, ability to accommodate Aerotropolis- • supporting land uses, available vacant or underutilized land) Catalytic Aerotropolis Areas (areas that have the potential to drive change in Growth • Areas) Contributing Aerotropolis Areas (support the Aerotropolis concept) • Transportation Recommendations (Chapter 4) Streets and Highways • Transit • Freight Transportation • Bicycle and Pedestrian • 6 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Overview of Aerotropolis Growth Areas Layton Town Center Area City of Milwaukee (dark blue on map) Layton/Lake Parkway Area Cities of St. Francis, Cudahy, and Milwaukee (light blue on map) MKE South Industrial Area Cities of Cudahy, Milwaukee, and Oak Creek (green on map) 13 th /27 th Street Area Cities of Franklin, Greenfield, Milwaukee, and Oak Creek (yellow on map) Oakwood Road Area Cities of Franklin and Oak Creek (orange on map) Loomis Road Area City of Greenfield (red on map) 7 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Recommended Growth Area Land Uses 8 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Layton Town Center Area Vision: Premier Aerotropolis hospitality and retail corridor co-existing alongside a high- caliber manufacturing and freight movement center 9 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Layton/Lake Parkway Area Vision: Retail corridor complementary to Layton Town Center, including mixed-use development, office space, and advancement of a food and beverage manufacturing district 10 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
MKE South Industrial Area Vision: Airport-oriented employment center featuring several concentrated industrial parks, including one with unique inside-the-fence access to MKE, and a distribution and logistics hub 11 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
13 th /27 th Street Area Vision: Regional destination featuring high-value mixed-use corridors with uses that serve visitors while also creating a desirable atmosphere to work and live near the Airport 12 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Oakwood Road Area Vision: Principal Aerotropolis Milwaukee site for office and light manufacturing space, supported by medical services, higher-density mixed-use commercial/residential development, and an abundance of natural and recreational amenities 13 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Loomis Road Area Vision: Higher-value mixed-use, commercial, and light industrial development, taking advantage of easy access to the Airport, high visibility from the Interstate, and adjacent desirable neighborhoods 14 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Contributing Aerotropolis Areas Examples of Contributing Areas: South Milwaukee – Downtown and the • Caterpillar Global Mining Plant Greendale – Greendale Business Park • Multiple Municipalities – 27 th Street • Retail Corridor Hales Corners – Retail Corridor • Recommendations include: Attract and grow Aerotropolis- • supporting business at these locations Improve connections to the Airport • Enhance amenities that contribute to a • better quality of life for Airport-area workers and a more enjoyable experience for visitors 15 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Transportation Recommendations Plan recommends transportation improvements to serve proposed land uses (see Chapter 4 for specific recommendations) • Streets and highways • Public transit • Freight transportation • Bicycle and pedestrian Many recommendations derived from VISION 2050 and refined for Aerotropolis Plan 16 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
Next Steps Communities are encouraged to consider endorsing the plan and incorporating its recommendations into their comprehensive plans to demonstrate their continued commitment to Aerotropolis Milwaukee The Gateway to Milwaukee and SEWRPC staff are working with each community to determine how best to endorse the plan With modest changes to local comprehensive plans and zoning, implementing these plans will achieve the vision for Aerotropolis Milwaukee 17 Serving the Counties of Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha
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