Lindsay Heights NID #12
2025

We are pleased to announce the results of our recent board election held on Saturday, March 15th, 2025. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all members who participated and cast their votes.

Congratulations to all of our board candidates! We are excited to welcome Maria Beltran, Shamikka Smith, and Anita Winston to the board! We are also excited to welcome back Marie Gordon, James Green, and Robert Browne!

This year, we had enough seats for all candidates, therefore, all candidates will have a position on the board.

Here are the 2025 election results:

1. Marie Gordon - 44

2. James Green - 40

3. Maria Beltran - 39

4. Shamikka Smith - 38

5. Robert Browne - 32

6. Anita Winston - 31

The Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District (LHNID) is an important initiative that seeks to build sustainable and equitable outcomes for a densely populated area of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The LHNID is designed to be a collaborative effort between residents, businesses, nonprofits, and government partners working together to create greater economic opportunity and revitalization in the neighborhood.

The Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District (LHNID) operates with the support of Walnut Way Conservation Corp, serving as its fiscal sponsor. While Walnut Way Conservation Corp plays a crucial role in the implementation of the LHNID, it is important to note that the LHNID is a municipality recognized entity governed by homeowners in Lindsay Heights.

Together, we strive to build sustainable and equitable outcomes for the densely populated area of Milwaukee, Wisconsin by fostering collaboration among residents, businesses, nonprofits, and government partners.

Through this collective effort, the LHNID aims to create greater economic opportunity and revitalization in the neighborhood, utilizing the neighborhood improvement district (NID) as a financing and management tool to fund various neighborhood projects.

Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District (NID): Empowering Communities for Lasting Change

Why start a Neighborhood Improvement District?

The idea of a Neighborhood Improvement District (NID) can provide equity and ownership to communities that have been historically underserved or subject to displacement. By creating NIDs, the community can be provided with necessary resources that may otherwise not be available in their area.

These resources could include things such as infrastructure improvements, funding for local businesses or initiatives, and economic development programs. In addition, NIDs can provide an opportunity for citizens to have a say in the decisions being made in their neighborhood that may otherwise be out of their control. This allows for greater equity in decision making and helps ensure a more inclusive process.

As such, this is an effective way to address long-term displacement issues and ensure that the community is empowered to take ownership of its future. These improvements can improve quality of life and create a more sustainable, equitable neighborhood. A NID can be a powerful tool in creating lasting change for communities in need.

When did Lindsay Heights NID become established?

The Milwaukee Common Council established the Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District on November 4, 2022. This district was created to support economic development and revitalization in the Lindsay Heights area, including investments in infrastructure, housing, job creation, and public safety. The district includes 3,067 parcels of land within a three-square-mile radius that are owned by Milwaukee County, Milwaukee Public Schools, and the City of Milwaukee.

How is Lindsay Heights NID funded?

The Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Improvement District (NID) is funded through assessment revenue and grant funding. All assessment revenue received goes towards the NID projects as outlined in the approved budget. In addition to assessment revenue, grants are sought to provide additional funding for specific initiatives or events. The NID has been successful in receiving grants from various local organizations and foundations. Fundraising efforts are also conducted to raise money for additional projects or events. All funds received through assessment revenue and grants are used exclusively for the benefit of Lindsay Heights residents.