A Message from the Mayor

Dear Racine Residents,

Exciting new home ownership opportunities are now available in the City's Lincoln-King neighborhood. Learn more about the Townhomes of Lincoln-King and you could receive a $10,000 down payment assistance grant from the City of Racine.

From neighborhood services to family-friendly events and new initiatives that strengthen our infrastructure and expand digital access, this newsletter highlights a number of ways we are working together to keep Racine moving forward. You’ll also find reminders about seasonal services, opportunities to connect with neighbors, and resources designed to make city services easier to access.

Thank you for staying involved and for helping make Racine such a vibrant place to live.

Sincerely,

Mayor Cory Mason

In this issue:

Townhomes for Sale
November Elections
Fall Leaf Pick Up
Electronic Recycling Day
Main Street Bridge Closure
October Clean Sweep
Sump Pump Program

Townhomes at Lincoln-King Now For Sale

The Community Development Authority of the City of Racine (CDA) is now accepting offers for the brand-new Townhomes at Lincoln-King, and purchasers will receive a $10,000 cash grant for down payment assistance from the City of Racine for purchasing one of the 33 units.

The City’s vision was to create a destination neighborhood that supports the well-being of our residents by creating new homeownership opportunities, paired with services and amenities to support families, including a community center, affordable healthcare, and a great public school.

The Townhomes represent an almost $20 million investment in the Lincoln-King Neighborhood, bringing new homeownership opportunities to the City of Racine. These beautiful, new construction townhomes are located right next to the new, state-of-the-art Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center and Julian Thomas Community School.

The townhomes start at $220,000. Each of the 33 new condo units includes:

Open floor plan downstairs with great kitchen and living space.
All kitchen appliances included.
Three upstairs bedrooms with spacious closets.
2 full baths upstairs and downstairs
Upstairs laundry room with washer/dryer included.
Two full bathrooms (one on each floor).
Attached 2.5-car garage.

The City has lenders available and willing to work with potential homebuyers. First-time homebuyers may also qualify for additional down payment assistance from their lender, which can be stacked with the City’s $10,000.

Visit https://www.buildupracine.org/lk-townhomes/ for more information about the application process. Email lkplan@cityofracine.org with questions or to schedule a showing.

Fall Election November 3rd

The Fall Election will be held on Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026.

Now is a great time to update your voter registration or sign up to vote for the first time!

On Election Day, polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

For voting locations, hours, to order an absentee ballot, and additional election information, visit myvote.wi.gov or voteracine.org.

Fall Leaf Collection

The City of Racine will conduct Fall Leaf Collection from October 5 – November 30th. Residents may place loose leaves, yard waste, and bundled branches in the street gutter on their scheduled collection day. Collection schedule is based on regular collection schedule areas. (See right.)

What’s Accepted

Loose leaves & yard waste (grass clippings, garden debris)
Bundled branches (max 3” diameter, 4’ length, tied with string)

What’s NOT Accepted

Bagged or containerized leaves/yard waste
Yard waste in alleys
Piles blocked by parked cars

After collection ends, yard waste must be taken to the Pearl Street Facility.

Questions? Call (262) 636-9171 or visit the city's website.

Pickup is based on your Solid Waste collection area:

Area A: October 5 & 19, November 2 & 16

Area B: October 7 & 21, November 4 & 18

Area C: October 9 & 23, November 6 & 20

Area D: October 13 & 27, November 10 & 24

Area E: October 15 & 29, November 12 & 30

Look up your collection schedule here!

Electronic Recycling Day

City of Racine residents can take advantage of an upcoming Electronics Recycling Day hosted by the Village of Mount Pleasant!

The event is open to residents and businesses in Mount Pleasant and neighboring communities, including Racine.

Saturday, September 26

9 a.m.–noon

Mount Pleasant Village Hall, 8811 Campus Drive

Most electronics can be recycled for free. Fees apply for TVs ($25) and dehumidifiers, microwaves, and monitors ($5 each). Fees are cash only.

Learn More!

Main Street Bridge Closure

Temporary Main Street Bridge Closure:

The Main Street Lift Bridge over the Root River will be closed to vehicle and river traffic Monday, September 28 through Friday, October 2, for structural repairs to the bridge’s center span locks.

Vehicle traffic will be detoured via Hamilton Street.

The bridge closure will also affect vessel traffic on the Root River.

Please plan ahead and allow extra time when traveling through the area.

Clean Sweep October 1st - 2nd

Mayor Cory Mason will lead the City of Racine’s fall Clean Sweep initiative on Thursday, October 1st and Friday, October 2nd, with City staff and volunteers working side-by-side to enhance neighborhood infrastructure and outdoor spaces on the City's southside Racine Street corridor.

The two-day effort will address everything from pothole and sidewalk repairs to tree trimming, landscaping, and large-scale debris removal, bringing together multiple City departments and community members to deliver tangible improvements and a renewed sense of pride in the neighborhood.

Our Public Works, Parks, and Forestry crews bring their professional skill and muscle, handling the project’s heavy lifting with precision and pride. They will join staff from all other corners of the City organization - dedicated, community-focused public servants who step away from their desks and other roles to lend a hand with hard work and good humor.

City Offers Financial Assistance for Sump Pump Installation

The City of Racine is offering financial assistance to help eligible homeowners install sump pumps through the City’s Sump Pump Installation Program. The program helps reduce the amount of clear water entering the sanitary sewer system, which can contribute to sewer backups during heavy rain events.

Through the program, the City will pay a homeowner’s contractor up to $5,000 to install a sump pump that redirects foundation drain water away from the sanitary sewer system. Homes may qualify if they currently do not have a sump pump and have foundation drains connected to the sanitary sewer.

Homeowners who are unsure whether their property is eligible can contact the City for assistance in determining eligibility. The program is designed to protect both individual homes and the broader sewer system by reducing excess water entering city infrastructure.

Residents interested in participating can learn more and apply on the city's website.

Thank you for staying connected with us. We look forward to keeping you updated with the latest from City Hall and beyond.

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