Downtown strategic plan: Vacant and underutilized properties
About one in five downtown storefronts is vacant but “there does not appear to be a defined pattern of vacancy,” according to the downtown strategic plan. Become a Patron! Support local news – become a...
View ArticleMonroe St. to close for work related to The Mint
The Monroe Street extension is expected to be closed for a few days in the next month or two so that a communications line can be installed between the two buildings of The Mint. Become a Patron!...
View ArticlePermit parking in the works for Essex Street
Residential permit parking will be coming to a stretch of Essex Street later this year. Become a Patron! Support local news – become a Patron of RahwayRising.com or make a one-time contribution via...
View ArticleConcept plan for Bridgeview modified
A new developer has taken over a proposed project across the river from downtown, with some minor changes in the proposal. Become a Patron! Support local news – become a Patron of RahwayRising.com or...
View ArticleCity Council to vote new on PILOT agreement
City Council is scheduled to approve a Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement that would generate more than $26 million over 30 years for a proposed 292-unit mixed use complex across the river from...
View ArticleSecond phase of The Mint begins leasing
Leasing has opened for the second phase of The Mint, a two-building 225-unit complex on Monroe Street. Become a Patron! For RahwayRising.com’s 15th anniversary, consider a $15 contribution via PayPal...
View ArticlePILOTS in the 2023 budget
The 2023 municipal budget anticipates almost $3 million in revenue from Payments In Lieu Of Taxes (PILOT), an increase of almost a half-million dollars. Become a Patron! If you find this post valuable,...
View ArticleCity to investigate water pipes, replace water main
City Council plans to borrow almost $2 million to replace a water main downtown and investigate the composition of the city’s water service pipes. Become a Patron! If you find this post valuable,...
View ArticleNearly fully occupied, The Mint is for sale
The Mint, a new 225-unit complex downtown, is at nearly 100 percent occupancy across its two buildings — and has been for sale for months. Become a Patron! If you find this post valuable, consider...
View ArticleThe Mint likely to be sold soon
City Council approved the transfer of The Mint’s financial agreement with the city, including the 30-year Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT), paving the way for a likely sale of the 225-unit building...
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