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Business owners split on downtown change as panel answers questions
Summary
At a Sept. 8 meeting, downtown business owners asked how grants could be used and expressed mixed views about change; Redevelopment Resources will contact owners and RDA staff invited more business-hosted meetings.
Several downtown business owners asked questions about how grant funds could be used and shared personal experiences with development in Bonduel and elsewhere. Some owners said they wanted to see empty storefronts filled to increase foot traffic; others said they did not want changes that might affect existing businesses.
Kristen Fish-Peterson encouraged owners to reach out for individualized assistance and said she will contact them in the coming weeks to discuss business-specific goals. James Cleveland of the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation told attendees the state sees potential in Bonduel and has awarded grants to support the Village’s efforts. Jesse Rankin asked whether other business owners would consider hosting future meetings at their locations; no further questions were raised and the meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.
The meeting recorded no formal votes or policy actions; next steps center on consultant outreach and RDA coordination of funding priorities.
