The City of Janesville, Wisconsin, held a meeting on September 24, 2025, to discuss the redevelopment of the GM/JATCO site, a location with deep historical significance for the community. The meeting aimed to establish a foundation for the advisory board's duties and responsibilities as they embark on revitalizing the site.

The discussion began with an acknowledgment of the site's legacy, emphasizing the community's desire to transform it into a space everyone can take pride in. The meeting served as an introductory session, setting the stage for future actions, including a planned tour of the site to provide board members with a firsthand perspective of its current state.

A brief history of the site was presented, highlighting its evolution since GM's acquisition of the Samson Tractor Company in 1918. The site transitioned to a Chevrolet automobile plant in 1923 and played a crucial role during World War II by producing military artillery. At its peak in the 1970s, the site employed 7,000 people, making it Janesville's largest employer. However, employment numbers dwindled significantly, with only 1,200 employees remaining by 2008, before the production line officially closed in April 2009.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to further explore the site's potential and engage the community in the redevelopment process. The advisory board aims to honor the site's rich history while paving the way for a new chapter that benefits the residents of Janesville.