Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in De Pere, WI public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in business jobs
One Barrel Brewing retail license
One Barrel Brewing Company at 303 Reid Street received approval for a full-service retail sales license, supporting its downtown taproom operations.
Business Improvement District 2027 operating plan
The plan sets how downtown properties are assessed ($2 per $1,000, $3,000 cap) and how roughly $166,000 is spent on downtown promotions, events, and visitor tracking. The budget is up about 7% from 2025.
BID board vacancies and term limits
Two members are resigning and one seat was already open, leaving three openings on the seven-member board. The board also plans to add term limits to its bylaws in 2027.
Sale of Business Park land to Robinson Inc.
Robinson Inc. wants to buy 5.86 acres of city business park land for a parking lot and access road to support 500–600 new employees. The deal also creates a second access to the WPS substation and a multi-party stormwater easement with Brown County, WPS, and American Transmission Company.
Nicolet Ale Works premises expansion
The downtown brewery can now serve alcohol on its mezzanine, second floor, and balcony, adding seating and event space.