Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Green Bay public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in business jobs with low priority
Alcohol license grants
The council approved a full slate of new beer and liquor licenses for stores, bars, restaurants and a hotel, plus limited outdoor expansions and a festival pouring permit.
Public art map update and tourism rack card
The city's public art map is six years out of date, so staff are updating the inventory and map and designing a rack card with QR codes linking visitors to both permanent and rotating public art — aimed at getting tourists to plan visits around the city's artwork.
Downtown loading zones made permanent
Two 15-minute loading zones — one on Pine Street near North Washington, one on Adams Street near Pine — are now permanent after successful 90-day trials.
New liquor licenses for local venues
A new bar/restaurant on N. Washington St, an event center on Kepler Dr, and a seasonal patio at Richard Craniums all advanced — good news for local nightlife and event business.
Downtown Business Improvement Districts' 2025 performance
All four BIDs reported strong 2025s: ~475 downtown housing units under construction, 732,000 unique visitors on Broadway, the Harvest Hall market fundraising on Military Avenue, and a state Main Street marketing award.
Liquor license approvals for local establishments
Las Maracas, JJ875 Property, and Aldi #30 all got committee approval for licensing changes and now head to the council.