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Village of De Soto accepted into WEDC program; local businesses report steep revenue hit from Lansing Bridge work
Vernon County Economic Development Committee · May 1, 2026
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Summary
Tim Gillespie, Village President, told the Vernon County Economic Development Committee that De Soto joined the WEDC Connect Communities program and that Lansing Bridge construction has cut at least one business's revenue by 49% in the first 59 days; the village will seek collaborative solutions and coordinate with county staff.
Tim Gillespie, Village President of De Soto, briefed the Vernon County Economic Development Committee on Feb. 5 that the village was accepted into the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation's Connect Communities program and must…
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