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Two vendors pitch RiverLife concession plans; committee to pick vendor Feb. 2

City of Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee · January 6, 2026
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Summary

Parks staff heard two competing proposals for the RiverLife concession stand — one from Juan Casa Rubius emphasizing a full-day family dining program and a request to pursue a beer-and-wine license, and a second from Dylan Alwin that proposes a low-cost, ice-cream-first model with charitable fundraising. The committee will review scored evaluations by Jan. 16 and decide Feb. 2.

Jamie, parks staff, told the City of Wausau Parks and Recreation Committee that two proposals were received for the RiverLife concession stand and that committee members should review evaluation sheets and return their scores by Jan. 16; a decision is scheduled for the Feb. 2 meeting.

Juan Casa Rubius, one proposer, said his aim is to "turn the Riverwalk concession into an iconic welcoming gathering place for resident, families, and visitors," offering coffee and pastries in the morning, followed by lunch and dinner service, weekly kids’ activities, and summer live music. He asked that the committee consider allowing the vendor…

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