Housing
Construction crews were busy Friday putting down forms to pour the first basement in 14 homes expected to be built this year in a new housing subdivision on the east side of Phillips. Rising lumber costs increased the target price from $217,000 to $259,000.
Housing development a go in Phillips
Kurt Johnson
Progress is visible in Phillips this week, where several large, fresh holes in the ground reflect major steps forward in a 56-lot housing redevelopment project announced earlier this year.
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Traffic within Aurora is being diverted around 9th Street now as crews work to rebuild a portion of the street as part of the Lincoln Creek storm sewer improvement project.
City approves Aurora Clubhouse Subdivision
Kurt Johnson
The Aurora City Council approved the final plat for the newly proposed Aurora Community Clubhouse Subdivision last week, paving the way for a project expected to begin later this year.
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
A win-win proposal
Kurt Johnson
A visionary partnership in Phillips could soon change the look of that community, creating opportunity not just in Phillips but throughout Hamilton County.
Jeff Reed and Darren Bartunek announced plans recently to launch a 56-lot housing development project on the east edge of Phillips.
Tuesday, April 6, 2021
AHDC seeking $1M housing grant
Kurt Johnson
A local nonprofit housing entity is optimistically awaiting word on a $1 million grant which, if awarded to Aurora, will create a $2 million revolving loan fund earmarked to address the community’s housing needs.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Hampton trims list for Vacant Property Registry candidates
Kurt Johnson
Hampton village leaders took another step forward last week in efforts to blaze a new trail using the state’s newly created Vacant Property Registry ordinance.
Tuesday, October 20, 2020