At the start of what could be a busy holiday weekend at Milwaukee’s airport, officials announced they are advocating for expanding the grounds, including the small international terminal at Mitchell.
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley says the $80 million project would help address the growing number of travelers using the airport and potentially attract even more in the future.
“The bottom line is this: We know how important the new international concourse at Mitchell International Airport is for the future of our entire region,” said Crowley.
April Vaughn, who lives in West Allis, says she is at the airport at least once a week.
With business trips taking her all over the country, Vaughn says the arrival of a new international terminal would be a game changer.
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“Having to drive to Chicago for international departures is just a pain. I don’t want to deal with the traffic. I don’t want to deal with even the exits off the freeway. I’d much rather stay here in Milwaukee, and I love this airport,” Vaughn said.