2015 Greater Green Bay - Greater Green Bay Chamber

2015 Greater Green Bay
FACT BOOK
A supplement to
Published in association with the Greater Green Bay Chamber
A supplement to
advancegreenbay.org
2015 Fact Book 3b
Welcome
Laurie Radke
president/ CEO
593-3405
Gary Baranowski
vice president, finance
and administration
593-3414
The Greater Green Bay Chamber is proud to present the 2015 Greater
Green Bay Fact Book. This fact book reflects the three tenants of our
mission: economic, workforce development and quality of life and is a
comprehensive guide to showcase all of the relevant facts, resources and
economic indicators for the greater Green Bay region. It illustrates exactly
what makes our region desirable to both industry and workforce.
Advance, the economic development arm of the Greater Green Bay
Chamber, serves our communities and businesses as a collaborative partner
to develop, retain, attract and incubate business. Our incubator boasts
a success rate of over 70 percent, with another 20 percent of graduate
businesses either acquired by or merged with another company.
Our region has a rich history of collaboration, hard work and innovation
exemplified by a 13 time national championship professional football team,
pioneering and resourceful manufacturers and a robust, skilled workforce.
The business community takes workforce development seriously by working in
partnership with K-12 and post-secondary education to establish a pipeline of
quality, skilled workers.
Steve Levin
marketing director
593-3423
Tom Lyga
leadership & education
director
593-3412
We welcome you to explore our region for your business development needs.
The following communities are currently seeking economic development
opportunities through a variety of available sites and incentives:
Cities: Green Bay and De Pere
Villages: Allouez, Ashwaubenon, Denmark, Howard, Pulaski, Wrightstown, Bellevue, Suamico and Hobart
Amy Mattek
human resources
manager
593-3410
Jayme Sellen
government affairs director
593-3428
Towns: Eaton, Glenmore, Green Bay, Holland, Humboldt, Lawrence, Ledgeview,
Morrison, New Denmark, Pittsfield, Rockland, Scott and Wrightstown
County: Brown
For more information on opportunities for economic development contact
Advance by calling 920.496.9010.
Missy Steffek
director of membership
& retention
593-3418
Peter Zaehringer
vice president,
economic development
496-2113
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A supplement to
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Why Brown County?.........................................................................
4
Brown County Snapshot...................................................................
5
Demographics
Summary................................................................................ 6
Population............................................................................. 7
Households and Families.....................................................
8
Workforce and Commuting............................................................. 9
Education........................................................................................... 10
Key Industries.....................................................................................
12
Major Employers................................................................................
13
Housing...............................................................................................
14
Income and Poverty.........................................................................
15
Why
Brown County?
Transportation
Public Transportation...........................................................
16
Airport....................................................................................
17
Port......................................................................................... 18
Motor Freight......................................................................... 19
Foreign Trade Zone............................................................... 19
Rail.......................................................................................... 20
Ranked #2
in
Emerging Financial Centers
Green Bay is the
Telecommunications......................................................................... 21
Utilities................................................................................................ 22
Business Facilities Magazine, 2013
college town to Find a Job
Tourism, Culture, Arts and Entertainment........................................ 24
Sports and Outdoor Fun.................................................................... 27
2nd in the
state for being least
ZipRecruiter, 2015
Green Bay is
Quality of Life, Crime and Cost of Living......................................... 28
Healthcare......................................................................................... 29
affected by inflation
Tax Rates and Incentives.................................................................. 30
Climate and Air Quality.................................................................... 31
Green Bay area ranked
Communities...................................................................................... 32
Industrial and Business Parks............................................................. 35
ADVERTISERS
Green Bay Packers | Inside front cover
Austin Straubel International Airport | Back cover
Green Bay Area Public Schools | 10
Ashwaubenon School District | 11
Village of Hobart | 12
Nation Job | 15
Green Bay Metro | 16
Jet Air | 17
Port of Green Bay | 18
Northeast Wisconsin Chamber Coalition Wage and Benefit Study | 22
ATC | 23
Greater Green Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau | 25
Advance Business and Manufacturing Center Incubator | 25
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation | 26
Greater Green Bay Chamber | 26
Your Future Greater Green Bay | 26
Current Young Professionals | 28
5th Best
Smart Assets’s 2015
a Top 10
as
Food
Processing Employment
Leader (Mid-Sized Metros)
Business Facilities Magazine, 2015
Green Bay area ranked
10th best
place in the
nation for
physicians and surgeons
Good Call 2015
Top 100
The
Family
Fishing & Boating Spots
Take Me Fishing, 2014
Ranked 50th
Green Bay MSA
New Geography, 2014
out of 200 Best
Performing City
out of 396 in 2014 best midsized city for job growth.
Ranked 47th
out of 381 metropolitan
statistical areas in terms
of economic strength
Policom Corporation, 2014
Ranked 12th
Best State in the Nation
for Business
Chief Executive Magazine, 2014
ranked 90
The Milken Institute, 2013
Best Credit
Scores
In The Nation
Experian and Vantage
Score, 2013
A supplement to
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Brown County Snapshot
Located in Northeast Wisconsin, Brown County is home to 13
townships, nine villages and two cities, of which the City of Green Bay
is the largest. It is one of the most progressive and rapidly growing
cities in Wisconsin while retaining some of the most beautiful and
charming residential spaces. Detroit
Minneapolis
Dubuque
Indianapolis
Des Moines
Brown County is
located miles from:
Madison
St. Louis
Population:
256,670
(2014 Estimate)
Change from Census 2010:
8,663 or 3.5%
Percent of Wisconsin Total: 4.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau Quick Facts
Cincinnati
Private Sector Wage (2014 annual average):
Percent of Wisconsin Per Capita
Income (2013): 99.8%
Percent of Wisconsin Average: 102.4%
Change from 2012: +3.3%
Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis
Source: Department of Workforce Development
$43,171
$44,903
Total Nonfarm Private Sector Employment
(MSA April 2015):
Largest Nonfarm Industry (MSA April 2015):
Employment: 33,000
Percent of MSA Employment: 19.1%
Source: Wisconsin’s Worknet
172,600
Percent of Wisconsin Total: 6.01%
Change from 2014: +2%
Population Growth Projection:
Source: Wisconsin’s Worknet
Median Home Price (April 2015):
$148,000
25.9%
Source: doa.state.wi.us
Chicago
Per Capita Personal Income (2013):
(2010-2040)
Percent Change (2010 – 2040): 25.9%
Wisconsin State Average: 14.1%
Milwaukee
Change from April 2014: +3.5%
Unemployment Rate (April 2015 Non-Adjusted):
3.8%
5-year High (Feb. 2011): 8.3%
5-year Low (Oct. 2014): 4.0%
Wisconsin Rate (April 2015): 4.4%
US Rate (April 2015): 5.1%
Source: Wisconsin’s Worknet
Trade, Transportation
and Utilities
Industry with Highest Average Annual Wage
(MSA 2014):
Utilities Sector: $94,069
Source: Department of Workforce Development
Number K-12 Public Schools:
82
Number of Post-Secondary Schools:
13
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demographic summary
Brown County’s population growth is a strong indicator of our community’s health, quality of life and future economic
success. Brown County is the fourth fastest growing county in Wisconsin and home to the third largest city (Green Bay)
and the top three fastest growing towns/villages (Towns of Ledgeview, Lawrence and the Village of Hobart). More
and more people are finding greater Green Bay a desirable place to live and work.
2015 Population
25+ by
Educational
Attainment
Estimated 2014
Brown County
Population:
256,670
Percent Increase Over Census 2010: 3.5%
Percent of the Green Bay MSA population in Brown County: 83%
2014 Brown County Median Age: 36.4
2014 Wisconsin Median Age: 38.4
Source: US Census Bureau, Wisconsin Department of Revenue, ESRI
Less than 9th grade 3.5%
9th – 12th grade, no diploma 5.3%
High School Graduate 27.6%
GED/Alternative Credential 3.5%
Some College, No Degree 20.1%
Associate Degree 11.7%
Bachelor’s Degree 20.5%
Graduate/Professional Degree 7.8%
2015 Households:
102,315
Source: ESRI
Percent Increase Over Census 2010: 4.0%
2015 Average Household Size: 2.43
2015 YTD Median Home Price: $148,000
4
Source: Wisconsin Realtors Association
2015 Median Household Income: $52,392
Percent of Wisconsin Median Income: 100%
2013 Per Capita Person Income: $43,171
2013 Percent of Wisconsin Per Capita Income: 99.8%
Out of the 72 counties, Brown County
is the fourth most populous, the
fourth fastest-growing and
contains over four percent of
the state’s total population
Source: ESRI Forecasts, Wisconsin Department of Revenue, US Census Bureau,
Wisconsin Realtors Association
(according to 2014 population estimates).
Brown County, WI
1990
Census
2000
Census
2010
census
2020
Projections
1990-2000
% change
2000-2010
% change
194,594
226,778
248,007
270,720
16.5%
9.4%
Population Density
368/sq.mi.
429/sq.mi.
469 sq.mi.
511/sq.mi.
16.5%
9.3%
Total Households
72,280
87,295
98,383
111,329
20.8%
12.7%
Total Population
Population by Gender
Female
51.2%
50.3%
50.5%
136,530
-0.9%
Male
48.8% 49.7%
49.5% 134,190
1.1%
Source: Wisconsin Department of Administration, Demographic Service Center
0%
0%
State of Wisconsin
2014 Population
Estimate: 5,757,564
Percent Change in
Wisconsin Population
2010–2014: 1.2%
U.S. Percent Change
2010-2014: 3.3%
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population density
The most densely populated areas of Brown County are centered in the cities of Green Bay and De Pere and decreases
the farther one travels from their urban cores. The following population densities are based on people per square mile.
POPULATION
per
square mile
DENSITY people
Brown County:
484
Wisconsin: 106
2,088
City of Appleton: 2,498
City of Oshkosh:
1.7%
1.8%
1.8%
85+
75-84
POPULATION PER SQUARE
MILE BY CENSUS TRACT 65-74
5,000.0 to 46,259.0 55-64
1,000.0 to 4,999.9
45-54
200.0 to 999.9
POPULATION PER
SQUARE
79.6
to 199.9
35-44
MILE BY CENSUS
TRACT
30.0
to 79.5
25-34
to 29.9
5,000.0 to 10.0
46,259.0
15-24
Less than 10.0
1,000.0 to 4,999.9
10-14
200.0 to 999.9
79.6 to Wisconsin
199.9
5-9
Mean
30.0 to Center
79.5 of Population
0-4
City of Green Bay: 2,302
City of De Pere:
Population
by Age
2000/2013
Population Density
by Census Tract
2,595
City of Madison: 3,127
3.8%
3.8%
4.3%
6.1%
7.5%
9.2%
11.4%
12.8%
13.2%
15.3%
14.1%
12.2%
13.3%
12.4%
12.8%
13.7%
13.8%
13.7%
14.1%
14.1%
13.6%
6.9%
6.7%
6.6%
6.9%
6.5%
6.4%
10.0 to 29.9
Less than 10.0
Source: Wisconsin Department of
Administration, Demographic Services
Center; U.S. Census Bureau
2000
2015
2020
6.9%
6.6%
6.2%
(estimate)
15
10
5
2013 population over
age 18 (estimated)
Wisconsin Mean
Center of Population
75.6%
Source: ESRI forecasts
Race & Ethnicity
Like the rest of the United States, Brown County’s population is becoming
increasingly diverse. This presents our community with interesting
opportunities in the areas of small business development, education,
health care and housing. Hispanics and African Americans have made
a home here in Brown County, and there has been a 111 percent and
75 percent increase in those populations between 2000 and 2015.
The Hmong have also become an important part of our community.
Wisconsin is a place with a strong Native American presence, and
students learn the history of the various nations in elementary school.
The ESRI diversity index is a reflection of data that analysts update from
more than 15,000 demographic attributes for 11 geographical levels
using comprehensive sources. The index shows the probability that two
randomly chosen persons from the same area will belong to a different
racial or ethnic group.
White alone
86.5%
84.8%
86.2%
85.1%
72.4%
70.9%
African American or Black
2.2%
2.6%
6.3%
6.4%
12.6%
12.8%
2.7%
2.8%
1.0%
1.0%
0.9%
1.0%
Population by
Race/Ethnicity
American Indian
Asian
Brown county
2.7%
3.1%
2.3%
2.6%
4.8%
5.2%
Wisconsin
7.3%
8.3%
5.9%
6.7%
16.3%
17.6%
united states
2.2%
2.5%
1.8%
2.1%
2.9%
3.3%
2010
Hispanic origin
2010
Two or more races
2010
Other
20
40
2015
2015
2015
3.7%
4.2%
2.4%
2.7%
6.2%
6.7%
60
80
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ESRI forecasts for 2011 and 2013
2014 ESRI Diversity Index Key
Completely homogenous population
0
Completely diversified population
Wisconsin
36.1
Brown County
38.8
United States
63
100
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A supplement to
households and families
When compared to the U.S., State of Wisconsin and other Wisconsin Counties, Brown County keeps pace in the retention of longterm residents, retaining 97 percent of its residents in 2014, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates.
2015 Population
15+ by Marital
Status
Never Married
33.4%
Married51.5%
Widowed 5%
Divorced 10.1%
Source: ESRI
2010
98.383
2.45
63,721
3.02
Total Households
Average Household Size
Total Families
Average Family Size
2015
102,315
2.43
65,819
3.00
2020
106,040
2.43
67,950
2.99
2010-2020 % change
7.8%
-0.8%
7.1%
-1.0%
Source: ESRI Forecast
households <$15,000
by income
$15,000$24,999
$25,000$34,999
$35,000$49,999
$50,000$74,999
$75,000$99,999
$100,000$149,999
$150,000$199,999
$200,000+
24.3
18.0
% of
households in:
2000
2015
2020
19.5
10.5
11.8
12.8
13.9
10.5
10.3
7.6
8.5
16.4
15.7
15.1
11.4 11.3
The average
household
income
for 2013 was
18.6
11.9
13.3
13.2
6.5
1.7
3.6
$67,202
5.0
1.4
3.2 3.8
Source: ESRI Forecast
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Workforce and Commuting
Brown County businesses proudly boast about their impressive relationship with major universities and technical colleges to provide
a strong talent pool. Our area businesses thrive with a diverse, educated workforce that embodies the Midwestern work ethic.
Collaboration in Brown County is more than a buzzword; it’s our key to success.
BROWN COUNTY
private NONFARM
WAGE AND SALARY
BY PLACE OF WORK
Employment And Business
Green Bay MSA,
april 2015 Preliminary
(2014 ANNUAL AVERAGE)
% 11
10
(includes Brown, Kewaunee and
Oconto Counties)
9
Total civilian labor force: 168,409
Employed: 161,692
Unemployed: 6,717
Unemployment rate (non-adjusted April 2015): 4.0%
Number of establishments for 2014: 6,466
7
Natural Resources and Mining:
$32,258
8
Construction: $48,347
6
Manufacturing:
$50,722
5
4
Trade, Transportation, Utilities:
$37,224
3
Unemployment Rate, U.S.
2
Unemployment Rate, State of WI
Unemployment Rate, Green Bay MSA
1
Financial Activities:
$54,331
2015
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009
2008
2007
2006
2005
(may)
Source: Wisconsin’s Worknet
Professional and Business Svcs:
$55,280
Education and Health:
$50,286
brown county Commuting patterns
Brown County residents enjoy short
commutes, averaging just 18.5 minutes.
Leisure and Hospitality:
$26,429
Other Services:
$21,234
Public
Transportation
Other
means
1.2%
1.8%
Walked
3.0%
Worked
at home
Car, truck or van –
carpooled
Car, truck or van
– drove alone
4.0%
8.2%
81.8%
Source: Quarterly Census of
Employment and Wages (QCEW)
Source: 2013 US Census, American Community Survey
brown
county
industry
makeup
Source: U.S. Bureau
of Labor Statistics
Trade, Transportation and Utilities
19%
Manufacturing17%
Education and Health
14%
Government13%
Professional and Business Services
11.2%
Leisure and Hospitality
9%
Financial Activities7%
Other Services5%
Construction, Mining, Natural Resources
4.1%
Information1.1%
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A supplement to
education summary
Brown County is home to eight public school districts and more than 30 private schools. These local school districts are
dedicated to high-quality education, and it shows – average ACT scores outrank the state’s average, which is consistently
ranked first or second in the nation among states testing more than 50 percent of high school seniors. Brown County’s
average ACT score is 22.8, which is higher than the state average of 22.1. Wisconsin’s high school seniors were ranked
second in the nation on the ACT college entrance exam of states testing more than 70 percent of high school seniors.
22.9
total district
enrollment
2014-2015
Ashwaubenon
De Pere
Denmark
Green Bay AreaPublic
Howard-Suamico
Pulaski Community
West De Pere
Wrightstown Community
Wisconsin
3,271
4,190
1,513
21,013
5,996
3,743
3,197
1,338
870,652
22.1
AVERAGE Act
SCORES
21.0
Ashwaubenon
De Pere
Denmark
Green Bay Area
Howard-Suamico
Pulaski Community
West De Pere
Wrightstown
Wisconsin
14.2
13.7
13.9
11.9
14.3
12.4
14.3
14.2
13.2
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58.6%
66.7%
52.6%
47.1%
67.3%
62.2%
66.0%
62.4%
63.5%
68.2%
75.3%
72.9%
62%
73.4%
65.8%
70.2%
67.6%
62.1%
23.6
23.7
21.4
21.9
23.8
23.2
23.5
22.8
22.1
$56,227
$54,571
$50,506
$51,668
$48,023
$51,991
$50,183
$47,267
$53,627
Total public school enrollment 2014-2015: 44,261
Total private school enrollment 2014-2015: 4,651
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Brown County Average Teacher Salary:
$51,304
Education as unique as your child:
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Post-Secondary Education
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Enrollment: 17,000
Other Green Bay Area
Private Post-Secondary
Institutions:
Founded in 1912, NWTC is a nationally-ranked, two-year public college where students
prepare for high-tech careers and begin their bachelor’s degrees. Last year NWTC
served nearly 40,000 students; 7,800 students pursued degrees and diplomas and
worked with over 1,100 businesses for contract training. All NWTC students are provided
with resources needed for success. As a result, the College produced 2,606 graduates
in 2013-2014 – more than all other Green Bay area colleges combined. Graduate
success: 93 percent of our grads have careers within six months of graduation; 80
percent of those grads are employed in their career fields. Hundreds more continue their
education through NWTC’s transfer agreements with 38 other colleges/universities. Start
here. Go anywhere!
Lakeland College
Rasmussen College
Globe University
Concordia University
Marian University
College of the Menominee Nation
University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
Enrollment: 6,800
UW-Green Bay is a public institution known for its superb faculty and staff, top-flight facilities,
beautiful bay shore campus and strong academic reputation. Students choose from
more than 40 programs of study. Most remain in Northeast Wisconsin following graduation,
serving as the region’s teachers, health care professionals, urban and regional planners,
and business and civic leaders. The University prizes its role in community development
with a deep commitment to expanding public-private partnerships, student and faculty
involvement, and the transformative benefits of higher education.
Medical College
of WI –
Green Bay
Enrollment: 26
St. Norbert College
Enrollment: 2,100
There’s more to Green
Bay than professional
football, but living
near Lambeau Field
is a nice bonus of our
new campus serving
Northeastern Wisconsin. MCW-Green Bay
works in partnership with the best academic
and medical institutions in the region to bring
contemporary classroom technology and labs,
a first class clinical education experience,
and one-on-one attention to ensure your
questions are answered, and your learning is
personalized.
St. Norbert College, the only
Norbertine college in the world, is
consistently ranked among the
best liberal arts institutions in the
nation by U.S. News, Forbes and
others. Its world-class facilities include
a new, $45 million science center and
other recent construction including a library,
stadium and dining commons. Additionally, 2014 saw the
establishment of the college’s Donald J. Schneider School
of Business and Economics, destined to become the new
hub of business intelligence in northeast Wisconsin. Robust
service-learning programs, winning athletics and a wealth
of opportunities for student engagement also contribute
to an outstanding educational and living experience on a
quintessential college campus.
Bellin College
Enrollment: 351
One of Wisconsin’s premier private
colleges since 1909, specializing in
nursing and radiologic sciences. Bellin
College offers bachelor’s degrees in
nursing and radiologic sciences and a
master’s of science in nursing degree.
The College offers four-year traditional
degrees, a 15-month accelerated
program for nursing, a sophomore
and junior transfer option for nursing
and a sophomore transfer option for
radiologic sciences. Bellin College
strives to provide an intellectually
stimulating environment for its students
and promotes excellence in health
care practice.
&
A Tradition of Excellence
Opportunity
Ashwaubenon High School
2391 S. Ridge Road
920.492.2950
Parkview Middle School
955 Willard Drive
920.492.2940
Pioneer Elementary School
1360 Ponderosa Avenue
920.492.2920
Valley View Elementary School
2200 True Lane
920.492.2930
Cormier School & Early
Learning Center
2280 S. Broadway
920.448.2870
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World Language in Grades 1-12
4-Year Old Kindergarten
Community Service Graduation Requirement
Extensive & Successful Extra-Curricular Programs
Great Students, Parents, Staff, Facilities, and a Supportive Community!
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A supplement to
Key Industries
& Clusters
Key Industries in
Our Diversified
Economy
Brown County’s diverse economy
creates unlimited business
opportunities. Our businesses are
known for their innovation and
ingenuity – from phytomedicines
to machine design. Many of our
key industries are part of clusters
established by the state of Wisconsin:
Biotechnology
Dairy
Food Products & Processing
Paper
Plastics
Printing
Tourism
Information Technology
Medical Devices
BROWN COUNTY’S CORE INDUSTRY
MAKEUP INCLUDES:
Agriculture
& Food
Processing
Trade, Transportation
and Utilities
Brown County is home to the
headquarters of several large
transportation companies, the
largest of which is Schneider,
a multi-national leader of
transportation, logistics and related
services. As a regional shopping
hub, serving the Green Bay MSA,
as well as surrounding counties and
the Upper Peninsula of Michigan,
Brown County’s retail trade
provides needed goods, services
and jobs.
Education
and Health
Four hospitals, 40+ clinics, 16 postsecondary and technical training
institutions, and eight school districts
serving 42,000+ students ensure that
Brown County has the capacity
and capability to meet the current
and future needs of its residents.
Agriculture production and
agribusiness are of tremendous
importance to Brown County.
Within this category, dairying is
the largest income generator,
although canning, cash crops
and other livestock also contribute
substantially to agricultural income.
Manufacturing
Making up almost one-fifth
of the county’s employment
alone, manufacturing thrives in
Brown County. With a range of
companies like Procter & Gamble,
RR Donnelley, Fox Valley Metal
Tech, Georgia-Pacific, Belgioioso
Cheese, Schreiber Foods and
C.A. Lawton, Brown County’s
manufacturing sector is diverse.
Among others, this sector includes
paper, food, metal and machinery
product manufacturing, as well as
printing and publishing.
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524114 – Health insurance and related services.
Branch Locations
3,283
None
#2
Schneider
HQ Ashwaubenon,
Multiple Locations
484230 – One of the nation’s largest truck load carriers.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
2,725
Unavailable
#3
Oneida Tribe of
Indians of Wisconsin
Oneida
921190 – Tribal enterprise and government of the Oneida Tribe
of Indians.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
2,652
None
#4
Bellin Health
HQ Green Bay,
Multiple Locations
622110 – Acute care hospital specializing in cardio, neuro and
critical care.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
2,529
None
#5
Georgia-Pacific
Green Bay
322121 – Multinational manufacturer of paper and tissue products for
retail and commercial markets.
Branch Locations
1,950
United Steelworkers
Local 213 and 317
#6
UnitedHealthcare
Howard
524292 – Markets and administers health and life insurance plans
designed especially for small business.
Branch Location
1,828
None
#7
Aurora Health Care
Multiple Clinic &
Pharmacy Locations
Branch Locations
1,819
None
#8
St. Vincent Hospital
Green Bay
622110 - Acute care hospital and regional center for trauma,
cancer treatment, physical rehabilitation, perinatal care, dialysis
and specialty surgery with a 517-bed capacity.
Branch Location
1,573
None
#9
Prevea Health
HQ Ashwaubenon,
Multiple Locations
621111 – More than 215 physicians trained in 33 primary and specialty
care areas.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
1,572
None
#10
American Foods
Group
Green Bay
311611 – Meat distributors – animal (except poultry) slaughtering.
Branch Location
1,504
None
#11
Wisconsin Public
Service
HQ Green Bay,
Multiple Locations
221112 – An electric and natural gas utility company serving
Northeastern and Central Wisconsin.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
1,413
International Union of
Operating Engineers
and Local 420
#12
Shopko Stores
HQ Ashwaubenon,
Multiple Locations
551114 – Discount mass-merchandiser retail.
Headquarters
1,308
None
#13
JBS Green Bay
Green Bay
311611 – Beef slaughterer and processor.
Branch Location
1,137
United Food and
Commercial Workers
#14
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Multiple Locations
452112 – Retail shopping store chain.
Branch Locations
1,119
None
#15
Associated Banc-Corp. Multiple Locations
522110 – Diversified bank holding company offering a full range of
traditional banking services and a variety of other financial products
and services.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
1,092
None
#16
Green Bay
Packaging, Inc.
HQ Green Bay,
Multiple Locations
322211 – Corrugated and solid fiber box manufacturing.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
1,008
#17
KI
Bellevue
337214 – Manufacturer of contract furniture.
Headquarters
995
None
#18
Ameriprise Auto &
Home Insurance
Ashwaubenon
524126 – Personal lines property casualty company (auto and home
insurance) servicing 44 states.
Headquarters
960
None
#19
Festival Foods
Multiple Locations
445110 - A family and employee-owned grocery chain operating 20
grocery stores and 2 banquet and catering facilities, known as The
Marq, throughout Wisconsin.
Branch Locations
893
None
#20
Schreiber Foods, Inc.
HQ Green Bay,
Multiple Locations
551114 – Manufactures and markets processed and natural cheeses
and dairy products to the food service and retail markets.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
799
Teamsters Union No. 75
#21
Paper Converting
Machine Company
Multiple Locations
333291 – Manufacturer of state-of-the-art converting machinery.
Branch Locations
796
U.A.W.
#22
Procter & Gamble
Paper Products
Green Bay
322121 – Paper products manufacturer.
Branch Location
766
United Steelworkers
#23
RR Donnelley
Multiple Locations
511140 – Printing, mailing and direct mailing services.
Branch Locations
687
None
#24
Belmark, Inc.
De Pere
323112 – Manufacturer of packaging pressure-sensitive labels,
flexible film and folding cartons.
Headquarters
637
None
#25
APAC Customer
Services
Green Bay
561422 – Inbound call center.
Branch Location
550
None
#26
St. Norbert College
De Pere
611310 – Private religious, educational institution.
Headquarters
540
None
#27
Nsight & Cellcom
Mulitple Locations
517210 – Wireless telecommunications carriers.
Headquarters,
Branch Locations
498
None
#28
Coating Excellence
International
Wrightstown
322221 – State-of-the-art flexible packaging producer.
Headquarters
483
None
#29
St. Mary’s Hospital
Medical Center
Green Bay
622110 – Acute care hospital with 158 private rooms; handles a broad range
of medical, surgical, pediatric, obstetric and gynecological problems.
Branch Location
469
None
#30
Nature’s Way
Green Bay
325411 – Medicinal and botanical manufacturing; herbal
supplements manufacturing and distribution.
Headquarters
428
None
Hospital in Green Bay, 622110 – Full-service medical care facility with a 167-bed capacity,
home health and multiple clinic and retail pharmacy locations.
United Steel, Paper and Forestry,
Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy,
Allied Industrial and Service Workers
(a division of Barry Wehmiller)
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More house, less money
$
In Brown County, you get more house for less money. Area housing costs are among the lowest in the country, often
costing 20 to 30 percent less than identical housing in larger cities. Here are some housing facts that will get you moving:
Estimated Median
HOME PRICE 2014
Brown County: $159,200
Minneapolis: $197,900
Chicago: $211,400
United States: $173,000
Green Bay MSA: $158,700
Whether buying or renting, housing is very often a family’s
largest expenditure. Construction numbers and home prices are
commonly used to measure the strength of the economy, while
homeownership and rent numbers measure household wealth.
Housing Stock # units single, multi, mobile
2012
2013
Total Units104,613106,216
Single Family 64.3%66.4%
Multi-Family 34.2%32%
Estimated Median
RENT PER MONTH
Source: 2012 US
Census; Fact Finder
Brown County: $713
Minneapolis: $852
Chicago: $943
United States: $905
Green Bay: $706
Rent as a
percentage
of household
income
Mobile 1.5%1.5%
Source: U.S. Census, American Community Survey 2013
New Residential
Dwellings
(2014 – single family, multiple)
Homeownership
Less than 20%
20-29%
30% or more
2011
2012
2013
31.7%
27.3%
40.9%
30.2%
25.7%
44.1%
29.9%
27.9%
37.2%
Source: U.S. Census, American Community Survey 2013
Source: Advance Economic
Development Economic
Indicators Report
Age of
housing stock
Built 2010 or later
2000-2009
1980-1999
1960-1979
1940-1959
1939 or earlier
Renter
Occupied:
35.6%
New homes built: 443
Multiple units built: 329
Owner
Occupied:
64.4%
Source: U.S. Census, 2013 American
Community Survey
Source: U.S. Census, 2013 American
Community Survey
2.5%
15.1%
28.0%
29.0%
14.4%
11.0%
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income and poverty
The ability of residents to provide for themselves and their families is vital for the local economy, as it is a direct
reflection on their capability to support local business and build future assets. An economically diverse community
is better equipped to meet the demands of all community members. However, high levels of poverty inhibit a
community’s ability to provide quality education, law enforcement, and housing for its members.
Brown County’s median income has historically been higher than the state median income and very comparable to
the national income level. Likewise, poverty rates and cost of living indexes are substantially lower in Brown County
than both the state and national statistical data.
Median Household Income
Brown County
2013
2015
2020 (forecast)
$53,119
$52,392
Wisconsin
2013
2015
2020 (forecast)
$52,413
$52,390
Estimated
median income,
Green Bay MSA
(includes Brown, Oconto and
Kewaunee Counties):
$60,412
2013: $65,500
2014: $68,200
$60,187
United States
2013
2014
2020 (forecast)
Source: Federal Financial Institutions
Examination Council Census
$53,046
$53,217
$60,683
Source: ESRI
Under 18
All residents
$
poverty
rate
Brown County
Wisconsin
United States
12.5%
12.1%
17.4%
15.7%
13.5%
13.2%
18.4%
18.3%
15.8%
15.9%
22.2%
22.2%
Source: U.S. Census, 2013 American Community Survey
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A supplement to
public transportation
The mission of Green Bay Metro Transit is, “To become the premier provider of public transportation in Northeastern Wisconsin;
providing our customers with efficient and cost effective services that stimulate economic growth and contribute to the
overall quality of life in metropolitan Green Bay.”
Green Bay Metro operates 13 full-service bus routes, a number of limited-service bus routes and Paratransit services throughout
the Green Bay area. Over 1.4 million passengers were transported on fixed route buses during 2014. All of Green Bay Metro’s
buses are ADA accessible and can accommodate mobility devices such as standard wheelchairs and scooters. In 2014,
Green Bay Metro transported nearly 55,000 passengers for ADA paratransit. The buses also offer bike racks so a rider can travel
by bike to their local bus stop and easily secure it to the front of the bus.
Green Bay Metro Transit
travels MORE THAN 1.5
million miles per year!
For routes, schedules and fares, visit greenbaymetro.org.
passenger comparison
Total bus passengers
2011
1,542,287
2012
1,523,838
2013
1,482,429
2014
1,429,205
A supplement to
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transportation ­— airport
Serving more than 660,000 passengers annually and offering 40 commercial flights daily, Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB)
has positioned itself as the “go to” airport for convenience and cost savings. As Northeast Wisconsin’s largest airport and the third
largest airport in Wisconsin, GRB is your gateway for business and pleasure travel. Austin Straubel’s daily flights to major metropolitan
hubs and regular investment in key infrastructure make it a key player for economic growth and improved quality of life.
Airport land is also available for development and lease for future business growth or expansion.
Non-stop
destinations
Chicago
Detroit
Minneapolis
Atlanta
typical #
flights per day:
Air Cargo:
With Brown County being a one-day
drive to more than one-third of the
nation’s population, Austin Straubel
International is a prime choice for
companies looking for efficient cargo
distribution.
Dedicated cargo
carriers:
Freight Runners
Commercial Airlines
with Service to/from
Austin Straubel
International
Fixed Base Operations:
Austin Straubel International also has
two full-service fixed base operators
(FBOs) to provide maintenance,
airline and general aviation refueling,
charter services and pilot training.
Airline cargo service:
American
Delta
United
Airport Passenger and
Freight Comparison
2011201220132014
Total air passengers 731,284
586,943
610,673
665,114
Total air freight (lbs.) 524,539
385,543
542,856
361,947
Source: Austin Straubel International Airport
American
Delta
United
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A supplement to
Transportation ­— port
The Port of Green Bay is the western-most port of Lake Michigan offering a direct route for shipping raw goods and materials
using the most cost effective and sustainable method of transportation available. An extensive network of highways and
railroads provide a direct connection from the port to regional markets and America’s Heartland.
There are 14 port businesses located along three miles of the Fox River. These businesses moved more than 2.3 metric tons of
cargo during 2014, representing a 4 percent increase from 2013. Port businesses handle dry bulk commodities such as coal,
limestone and salt, bulk liquids like petroleum products, liquid asphalt and tallow, and breakbulk commodities including
wood pulp and forest products in addition to oversized cargo like machinery and wind components.
8.7 percent
The Port saw an increase of
in the number of vessels that came through the port.
There were 199 vessels in 2014, compared to 183 in 2013.
port tonnage
comparison
(metric)
Experienced pilots
Green Bay’s
vibrant port
offers shippers:
24-hour tug service
Efficient stevedores
2010
2011
2012
2013
1,730,154
2,159,252
1,917,651
2,216,904
Custom house brokers
Foreign freight forwarders
U.S. Customs
Extensive docking and
storage areas
100-ton capacity
Terminals located on the
adjacent Fox River include:
14 docks capable of handling dry bulk commodities such
as coal and limestone
Four docks capable of handling bulk liquids including
tallow, petroleum products and asphalt
Channel Depth and turning basins
The Port of Green Bay maintains 24’-26’ below Low Water Datum (LWD),
with channel widths of 300’-500’. Contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
or Port for channel conditions. There are two turning basins – the East River
turning basin (24’below LWD) and another one immediately north of CN’s
railroad bridge (20’ below LWD).
Two docks capable of handling woodpulp, machinery,
bagged agricultural commodities and forest products
For more information, visit www.portofgreenbay.com
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foreign trade zone
Foreign Trade Zone #167
Foreign trade zones (FTZ) are secure areas under U.S. Customs supervision that are considered outside the Customs territory
of the United States. These zones allow certain types of merchandise to be imported, repackaged, assembled with other
components and then exported without having to go through formal customs entry procedures or incurring import duties.
Considering the economic indicators for Brown County, it’s easy to see why the Green Bay area obtained foreign trade
zone status: FTZ #167 is surrounded by the economic might of the nation’s Midwest – direct access to world markets via land,
sea and air.
Originally granted operational authority in 1990, Green Bay’s zone #167 included approximately 2,300 acres that includes
Austin Straubel International Airport and an Ashwaubenon industrial park. However, due to the area’s rapid growth over the
past years, zone #167 was expanded in 2005 to include additional parcels in Hobart and Wittman Airfield and an Oshkosh
industrial park. Additionally, our general purpose zone oversees three subzone tenants located elsewhere in Wisconsin.
Foreign Trade Zone Benefits
Relief from inverted tariffs
Duty exemption on re-exports
Duty elimination on waste, scrap, and yield loss
Weekly entry savings
Duty deferral
For more information on FTZ #167, contact Dean Haen of the Port of Green Bay at 920.492.4950.
transportation —
­ motor freight
Ground transportation is readily available through almost 100 motor freight carriers serving Northeast Wisconsin. Inbound and outbound cargo has
the advantage of reaching more than one-third of the nation’s population within a one-day travel time (500 miles).
North Dakota
Major Market
Days by truck
500-Mile radius
Canada
Sault Ste. Marie
Duluth
Minnesota
South Dakota
Minneapolis
Green Bay
Wisconsin
La Crosse
Nebraska
Chicago
Iowa
Des Moines
Lincoln
Peoria
Kansas
Detroit
Indiana
Cincinnatti
St.Louis
Missouri
New York
Buffalo
Pennsylvania
Cleveland
Indianapolis
Illinois
Kansas City
Toronto
Michigan
Madison Milwaukee
Dubuque
Lexington
Ohio
New Jersey
Md.
West
radius
250-Mile
Virginia
Kentucky
Virginia
Milwaukee
.25
Chicago 0.5
Minneapolis
0.5
Dubuque
0.5
Indianapolis .75
Des Moines 1.0
Detroit 1.0
Cincinnati
1.0
St. Louis
Dayton
Atlanta
New York
Denver
New Orleans
Los Angeles 1.0
1.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
2.0
4.0
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A supplement to
Transportation ­— rail
Efficient, dependable freight rail service plays a vital role in the movement of goods for Wisconsin’s many and varied
industries. Wisconsin’s 4,200 miles of track is served by eight freight railroads, four major (Class 1) railroads, three regional
railroads, two local railroads and one switching and terminal railroad. These railroads last year carried more than 2.7
million carloads of freight weighing in at nearly 164 million tons.
Canadian National and Escanaba Lake Superior rail are the two rail lines serving Brown County.
The major categories of
freight traffic products
ending in Wisconsin
include:
57.2%
14.7%
5.5%
5.3%
4.8%
12.6%
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1 Canadian National is the parent company of Wisconsin Central Limited and the Sault St. Marie Railroad.
2 Rail bank refers to an out of service rail line, held in public ownership, with track in place, for future rail use.
- Switching and terminal operations (Madison Terminal Railway, LLC, Rail & Transload, Inc. in Watertown, and the Port of Milwaukee) are not shown.
- Map displays rail lines and corridors owned by operating freight railroads and government agencies.
- Industrial leads, utility company spurs, museum tracks are not shown.
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Amtrak provides passenger service through stations in 22 Wisconsin
communities, accessible to Brown County residents via a short
Greyhound commute to Milwaukee or Madison.
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Telecommunications
Telecommunications is considered to be the instant transmission of data, voice and video. These instantaneous connections
are critically important for global business competition. With one of the most extensive telecommunications infrastructures in
the country, Wisconsin gives companies access to high quality telecommunications services at competitive prices.
The Universal Service Fund was established in 1993 to ensure all state residents have access to essential and advanced
telecommunications services. As part of the USF offerings, Lifeline and Link-Up were created to make essential
telecommunications more affordable for low-income households. Lifeline reduces monthly telephone charges and LinkUp waives telephone connection charges for income eligible households. There have been significant advances in fiber
deployment and broadband networks across the state in recent years. Recently, the FCC announced a national broadband
plan directed at overhauling the nation’s internet infrastructure.
2013 WISCONSIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS
QUICK FACTS
Incumbent Local Exchange
Carriers (ILECs)
40 as of Dec. 2013
FCC, Local Telephone Competition Report
Non-ILECs
NEW Zoo
Village of Suamico
FCC, Local Telephone Competition Report
145 as of Dec. 2013
Voice over Internet Protocol
(VoIP) providers
114 as of Dec. 2013
FCC, Local Telephone Competition Report
Barkhausen Preserve
Village of Howard
Resellers
Howard Suamico SD
Village of Howard
Bay of Green Bay
PSC Annual Reports
197 as of Dec. 2014
Facilities-based Commercial
Mobile Radio Service providers
11 as of Dec. 2013
Public Works
Howard Library
UW Green Bay
City of Green Bay
Brown County Jail
Neville Museum
NWTC
FCC, Local Telephone Competition Report
Downtown Green Bay
Sophie B. & Library
Southwest Library
City of Green Bay
Ashwaubenon
Library
Village of Ashwaubenon
Certified Eligible
Telecommunication Carriers
in Wisconsin
UW Extension
Brown County Airport
Village of Hobart
Village of Ashwaubenon
Village of Allouez
115 as of July 2015
PSC certification list
County Fairgrounds
Village of Bellevue
DePere Library
St. Norbert College
Wireless Subscribers
City of Depere
FCC, Local Telephone Competition Report
5,229,000 as of Dec. 2013
City of DePere
Lifeline customers
PSC Annual Reports
10/3/2014
181,281 as of Dec. 2014
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A supplement to
utilities — water
The Green Bay Water Utility operates the water system for the city and wholesales water to the Village of Ashwaubenon, Village
of Hobart and Town of Scott. Green Bay Water Utility average demand is 17.9 million gallons per day (mgd) and has the capacity
to treat and deliver a maximum of 42 million gallons per day. The surrounding municipalities each operate their own municipal
water services, while some contract with other Northeast Wisconsin communities, with wells and Lake Michigan as the main
source. In December 2003, the Central Brown County Water Authority was formed as a joint local water authority to provide
water to its member communities of De Pere, Allouez, Bellevue, Howard, Lawrence and Ledgeview. The authority purchases
treated water from Manitowoc Public Utilities and transports it to the Green Bay area to serve its members. The Authority has a
contractual commitment with MPU for 20 million gallons per day with rights to expand up to 40 mgd. In 2014, approximately 2.3
billion gallons of water was purchased and delivered to members; an average of about 6.3 mgd. Each member community
independently maintains and operates their own water systems and set their own water rates.
2014 Retail Water Sales
Green Bay Water Utility
source
rated
capacity
Average
annual demand
Lake
michigan
42 million
gallons/day
(mgd)
17.8 million
gallons/day
(mgd)
Sanitary Sewer Service
Industry44%
Residential33%
Commercial20%
Municipal3%
NEW Water, the brand of the Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District, is a wholesale provider of wastewater
conveyance and treatment service for more than 219,000 residents in 18 municipalities. NEW Water does not bill
residents directly for treatment service. Local municipalities set rates and bill users of the sanitary sewer services.
NEW Water’s wholesale rate makes up about half of the average household’s sewerage charge, which is part of
a combined water and sewer bill. NEW Water is the largest wastewater treatment service provider in the northeast
and the third largest in Wisconsin.
NEW Water is an award-winning organization that promotes public
health and welfare through the collection, treatment and reclamation of
wastewater, having won the National Association of Clean Water Agencies
(NACWA) Platinum Award for 100 percent permit compliance for 12 years in
a row. NEW Water encourages pollution prevention and supports programs
to ensure water contaminated by human activity is returned clean to the
environment. NEW Water operates two facilities, one in Green Bay and one
in De Pere. NEW Water offers on-site tours, and also is available to give talks
on various water issues. For more information, and to learn how you can
help the environment, visit www.newwater.us.
NEW Water
Rated capacity:
49.2 mgd
(Green Bay); 10 mgd (De Pere)
Average daily demand:
38 million gallons/day
2015 rate for typical household:
$2.90 per 1,000 gallons
Got data? Need data?
National data on salary and fringe benefits is always of interest to businesses and human
resource personnel. The Northeast Wisconsin Chamber Coalition is unique; we can provide data
specific to employees right here in Northeast Wisconsin. Advance, the economic development
branch of the Greater Green Bay Chamber, is the Brown County contact for the Fox Valley
Wage & Benefit study, which is conducted in spring/summer and released in the fall.
WAGE & BENEFIT
STUDY
Sharing your company’s local data is a necessity in making this study a regional success.
Won’t you consider “going local” today?
For more information on participation or purchase, contact Cindy Gokey at 920.496.8930 or [email protected].
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utilities ­—
ELECTRICAL & GAS
Wisconsin Public Service (WPS), a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group (WEC), is an electric
and natural gas utility headquartered in Green Bay. WPS serves approximately 450,000
electric customers and approximately 326,000 natural gas customers in residential,
agricultural, industrial and commercial markets, as well as wholesale customers. The
company’s 12,000 square mile service area includes Northeastern and Central Wisconsin,
as well as an adjacent portion of Upper Michigan.
Gas Service
Electrical Power
WPS’s 8,050 miles of natural
gas piping supplies gas for
home heating, decorative
fireplaces, water heating
and commercial &
industrial uses. WPS
purchases natural gas from
suppliers in the southern
United States as well as
Canada, and stores gas for winter use
in a storage facility in Michigan. When
needed, the natural gas is transported
to WPS and its customers by the ANR
and Guardian Pipeline Companies.
WPS owns and operates the J.P. Pulliam Power
Plant in Green Bay as well as the Weston Power
Plant near Wausau, and Fox Energy Center in
Kaukauna. Electric generating capacity based
on summer capacity ratings is 2,660 megawatts,
including the utility’s share of jointly owned
facilities. They own 21,900 miles of electric
distribution lines and are directly interconnected
with other regional electric utilities including
Alliant Energy, Wisconsin Electric Power Company and Xcel
Energy. American Transmission Co. (ATC) also owns and
operates transmission lines in Brown County. ATC’s transmission
system allows energy producers to transport electric power
from where it’s generated to where it’s needed.
6.07¢
WPS
Rate
Comparison
for Industrial
Customers
7.65¢
WISCONSIN
6.93¢
EAST NORTH CENTRAL
2014 Annual Average
Cents per kilowatt hours
7.01¢
UNITED STATES
$0.040$0.045$0.050$0.055$0.060$0.065$0.070$0.075$0.080
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration
Typical Industrial Electric Bills ($/month)
Demand (kW) and Consumption (kWh)
Demand in kW
75
75
75
1,000
1,000
1,000
50,000
50,000
Consumption in kWh
15,000 30,000 50,000 200,000 400,000 650,000 15,000,000
25,000,000
WPS (estimated)
$1,521 $2,463 $3,443 $21,919 $30,747 $41,783 $1,278,620
$1,720,040
Wisconsin average
$1,845 $2,976 $4,420 $24,094 $36,090 $50,047 $1,410,447
$1,940,588
U.S. average
$2,085 $3,342 $4,913 $26,485 $41,042 $58,275 $1,571,726
$2,232,316
Source: Forward WI, reprinted from the Typical Bills and Average Rates Report, Edison Electric Institute, Using rates effective Jan. 1, 2014.
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A supplement to
Tourism, culture, arts
and entertainment
The Green Bay region is known for its vibrant spirit and strong sense of camaraderie that is hard to find or replicate in any larger
city. The people here are hardworking, friendly and outgoing. There’s nothing quite like the personality you’ll find in the Greater
Green Bay area. Experience this feeling during a game at Lambeau Field, a community festival or within our thriving local art
and music scene. Come to Greater Green Bay to experience big-city art and culture in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
#5
Greater Green Bay ranks
fifth in visitor spending.
$588
million!
In 2014, 5.3 million people visited
Brown County spending $588 million.
Spending
by Season
Fall Summer Winter Spring
26.4%
29.5%
20.3%
23.7%
What do visitors
spend money on?
Recreation Lodging Food Shopping Local Transportation 18.8%
20.6%
24%
19.6%
17%
Source: Tourism Economics
There are
more than
90,000
seats
at area
entertainment
venues!
four seasons of Celebrations
No matter the season, the streets are often lined with area residents
enjoying one of our many festivals or public events.
•
•
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Area farmers’ markets
Art Street
Festival Foods Fire Over the Fox
Hmong New Year
Bay Beach Amusement Park
Lambeau Field
Oneida Nation Pow Wows
Pulaski Polka Days
Holiday Parades
WinterFest on Broadway
Peace Tree Lighting
Friday’s on the Fox
Taste of Broadway
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Be Part of a
Thriving Tourism
Industry
5.3 million visitors
Pride
in History
and Tradition
to Brown County spent $588 million last year.
Greater Green Bay is a great destination for tourism
businesses, supporting over 11,000 jobs.
Get your share of the Tourism Pie.
Become a Tourism Partner!
Retail
Recreation, Arts, Entertainment
$116 million
$110 million
19.6%
18.8%
Transportation
17%
$100 million
Greater Green Bay
Convention & Visitors Bureau
1901 S. Oneida Street
P.O. Box 10596
Green Bay, WI 54307-0596
Food &
Beverages
Accommodations
$141 million
$121 million
24%
20.6%
1-888-867-3342
www.greenbay.com
The Advance
Business & Manufacturing
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As the oldest city in Wisconsin first settled in
1634, you can experience our rich history in a
spectacular line-up of museums and heritage
destinations throughout the Green Bay area. From
the golden era of the railroad and local native
history to full costume reenactments of frontier
life, we love to celebrate our storied traditions.
Hazelwood Historic House Museum
Heritage Hill State Historical Park
Lambeau Field
Meyer Theatre
Neville Public Museum
National Railroad Museum
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Packers Hall of Fame
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We are a community of like-minded individuals whose
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The incubator offers:
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Discover the benefits that more than 260
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WELCOME TO
A STATE OF
SOLUTIONS.
The Greater Green Bay Chamber's mission
is to strengthen member businesses
through enhancing economic and
workforce development, resulting in
improved quality of life in our
community and region.
Effective business development means finding the right solutions for
your business—from securing capital for startup or expansion to tapping
international markets. By connecting with the Wisconsin Economic
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As the state’s lead economic development agency, we work with a
network of over 600 local, regional and statewide partners to provide
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Sports and Outdoor Fun
Fun is all around when you’re in Brown County! Located at the base of the bay of Green Bay, Brown County offers visitors
and residents a chance to enjoy everything from communities rich with history, to the beautiful serenity of botanical
gardens and wildlife sanctuaries, to undying loyalty and excitement brought on by being home to the world-famous
Green Bay Packers.
Just A Daytrip
Away
Super Bowl Champions
and Much More
An added bonus of living in Greater
Green Bay is our convenient proximity to
other great Midwest locations. We’re just
a short car ride away from vacation hot
spots Door County, Madison or Milwaukee
to name a few. Even Chicago and
Minneapolis are just a day trip away.
Get into the spirit of community by joining the lively crowds that support
our local sports teams. Our dedication to the world-famous 13 time
national champion Green Bay Packers is legendary, but we also cheer
on other high-caliber professional and collegiate sports teams including
the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay Phoenix, St. Norbert College
Green Knights, Green Bay Blizzard’s arena football, Green Bay
Bullfrogs baseball and the Green Bay Gambler’s hockey.
Weather
Lambeau Field may be known as the “Frozen Tundra,”
but that has never stopped us from enjoying time spent
outside. We have four seasons that each offer exciting
recreational activities, such as hiking, paddling, hunting,
cross country skiing, biking fishing and many more.
81 F
Normal daily high
temperature in July
Normal daily high
temperature in January
24 F
outdoor activities
The people of Brown County have been blessed with numerous natural resources to enjoy. From the stunning
beauty of Fonferek Glen Park to the rolling hiking trails of the Reforestation Park or the serene sights of Duck
Creek, Brown County has something for all outdoor enthusiasts.
• Nearly 13 acres of parks per 1,000 residents!
• Beaches, lakes and waterways
• Cross-country and downhill skiing
• National forests and parks
• Award-winning golf courses
• Bay of Green Bay
• Accredited zoo
• Wildlife Sanctuary
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Botanical gardens
Hunting/sporting
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing
Horseback riding
Camping
Biking
Photo by Elizabeth Slade
The Thrill
of the
Hunt
The majestic North Woods are
also just a short car ride away
from Greater Green Bay. Many
area sportsmen (women and
age-appropriate children
included) enjoy bird, deer and
small game hunting during
our plentiful hunting seasons.
If you’re looking for a relaxing
escape, outdoor adventure
or reason to cheer, Greater
Green Bay is the spot.
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A supplement to
Quality of Life
The annual average 2014 intercity cost of living comparison has been released by the Council for Community and
Economic Research (C2ER). This is the only regular and relatively affordable look at cost-of-living comparison between
cities in the United States. The C2ER Cost-of-Living Index, which measures differences between areas in the costs of
consumer goods and services excluding taxes and non-consumer expenditures, is based on 57 items, for which prices
are collected three times per year. The chart below shows the index comparing Green Bay with three Wisconsin cities
and three urban areas in the Midwest.
The average cost of
living in Greater Green
Bay is 6.5 percent below
the national average.
Crime Rate Comparison
(crimes/100,000 inhabitants)
2010
2012
% change
Wisconsin2,7642,078-24.8%
U.S.
3,3503,255-2.8%
Source: Wisconsin Statistical Analysis Center, Wisconsin Department of Justice
Cost of Living
Comparison
CompositeGroceries
Housing
Utilities
Transportation
HealthcareMisc.
Green Bay, WI93.592.680.6104.198.3105.698.2
Detroit, MI95.193.191.7100.899.996.095.1
Akron, OH101.1110.8107.992.3110.088.592.1
Milwaukee, WI102.1101.8104.0112.798.8116.096.4
Madison, WI107.0103.2114.7100.6106.2115.5103.1
Minneapolis, MN107.9104.1115.492.6103.7100.8110.4
Chicago, IL116.7103.5136.2101.8125.7100.5108.9
Index Weighting (%)
100.014.028.010.012.04.032.0
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Healthcare
Quality Care from Top Hospitals
With four hospitals, Brown County serves as a healthcare hub, serving all of the healthcare needs of the residents of
Northeast Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Our medical facilities are some of the top medical centers in
the nation, including two hospitals ranked in the top 100 nationally.
Brown County also offers a vast network of clinical services, outpatient programs, emergency care and support services
to ensure the highest level of care for residents of all ages and needs.
Surrounded by People
Who Care
Friendly, quality care for elderly residents is easy
to find. Our community offers resource and
advocacy centers, hospice and in-home care,
nursing homes, assisted living and independent
apartments for older adults. Recognition of
diversity is also important in our senior care
community with services for people of Hmong,
Native American and Hispanic descent.
Insuring Lives
and Ensuring
Jobs
The Green Bay area offers a
wealth of insurance options,
which not only provides
benefits to employees and their
families, but also contributes
to the local economy by
providing thousands of job
opportunities. Humana and
UnitedHealthcare
are two major employers and
providers in the health insurance
industry, with large offices in our
community.
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Hospitals
St. Vincent Hospital
stvincenthospital.org
St. Mary’s Hospital
Medical Center
stmgb.org
Aurora BayCare
Medical Center
aurorabaycare.com
Bellin Hospital
bellin.org
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A supplement to
Wisconsin Incentives
Tax Rates
Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit
The State of Wisconsin provides an income tax incentive to manufacturers to
maximize their production in Wisconsin. Chief among them is the Manufacturing
and Agriculture Credit which virtually eliminates the tax on income from
manufacturing activity in this state.
CORPORATE INCOME TAX
Base
Flat rate
Economic development
Surcharge
Net Income
7.9%
3.0% for corporations with at least $4 million
in gross receipts. Minimum surcharge $25;
maximum $9,800
PERSONAL INCOME TAX
Rate range
4.00% to 7.65% depending on marital status
and income
The credit is a percentage of “eligible qualified production activities income.”
It is being phased in as follows:
• Tax year 2014 = 3.75%
• Tax year 2015 = 5.025% (effective corporate tax rate: 2.88%)
• Tax year 2016 = 7.5% (effective corporate tax rate: 0.4%)
The amount of credit not entirely offset against Wisconsin income or franchise
taxes may be carried forward and credited against Wisconsin income or franchise
taxes due for up to 15 years.
Property Tax Exemptions
• Machinery and Equipment used in Manufacturing
• Manufacturing, Merchant and Farm Inventories
• Computer Hardware and Software
• Waste Treatment Facilities
• Tax Increment Finance Districts Allowed for Cities, Villages and Towns
Sales and Use Tax Exemptions
PROPERTY TAX
Base Exemptions Rates
Real property and tangible personal property
Machinery and equipment used in
manufacturing; manufacturing, merchant
and farm inventories; and computer
hardware and software
Statewide average effective rate is $21.09
per $1,000 of full value, except for Milwaukee
County. The effective full value rate in
Milwaukee County is $27.83 per $1,000
SALES AND USE TAX
State rate
Exemptions
Local county option
Stadium
Premier resort
Combined rate range
5.0%
Agricultural equipment, manufacturing
equipment and consumables, pollution control
equipment and production fuel and electricity
0.5% (Brown County does assess a county
sales tax)
0.1% in metro Milwaukee
0.5% in Bayfield, Eagle River
1.0% in Wisconsin Dells and the Village of Lake
Delton
5.0% to 6.6%
• Alternative Energy used in Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment
• Manufacturers’ Materials
• Pollution Abatement, Waste Treatment & Recycling Equipment
• Production Fuel and Electricity
• Biotechnology and Manufacturing Research
Tax Credits
• Community Rehabilitation Program Credits
• Dairy and Livestock Farm Investment Credits
• Dairy Manufacturing Facility Investment Credits
• Development Opportunity Zone Credits
• Economic Development Credits
• Engine Research Credits
• Enterprise Zone Job Credits
• Film Production Credits
• Food Processing Plant and Food Warehouse Investment Credits
• Jobs Tax Credits
• Meat Processing Facility Investment Credits
• Relocation Tax Credits
• Research Expenditure Credits
• Supplement to the Federal Historical Rehabilitation Credits
• Woody Biomass Harvesting & Processing Equipment Credits
Other Special Tax Incentives and Tax Treatment
• Deduction for Corporate Dividends Received
• Deduction for Job Creation
• Exclusion for Long-Term Capital Gains
• Postsecondary Education Credit
• Single Sales Factor Apportionment
• Special Capital Gains Treatment for Wisconsin Small Businesses
• Wisconsin law permits formation of Subchapter S Corporations
• Wisconsin law permits formation of limited liability companies (LLCs)
Venture and Investment Capital
UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION
Taxable wage base
Rate range
New employers
New construction
Source: Forward Wisconsin 2015
$14,000
0.27% to 12.0%
3.6%
6.0%
• Angel Investment Credit
• Early Stage Seed Investment Credit
Other Incentives
• Revolving Loan Fund programs in De Pere, Green Bay, Howard and
Brown County
• 26 TIF Districts with positive value increments in Brown County
Source: Forward Wisconsin 2015
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Climate
While Green Bay is often described as the frozen tundra, residents know that the overall climate is more temperate with
its variability and distinctive weather patterns across the seasons. Extended periods of humid or subzero temperatures
are uncommon due to the moderating effect of Lake Michigan.
Wisconsinites are able to work through what others may consider inclement weather conditions. Only in the most
severe cases does the weather impact business.
Air Quality
Temperature °F
HIGH
MEAN
LOW
WEIGHTED ANNUAL AVERAGE
90
Green Bay
80
Madison
70
Milwaukee
60
Chicago
50
Detroit
40
Indianapolis
Cleveland
30
Los Angeles
20
0
10
0
20
40
60
80
100
120
Number of days with elevated ozone levels
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUNE
JULY
AUG
SEPT
OCT
NOV
DEC
Annual average rainfall:
Annual average wind speed:
Annual average snowfall:
Average growing season:
32.12 inches
72.1 inches
Source: American Lung Association; State of the Air Report, 2015
Elevation above sea level:
8.68 mph
594 feet at Green Bay
172.2 days
More than 1/2 of all Americans live in areas
with unhealthy levels of air pollution
Percent of Populations Affected by Conditions
Green BayMilwaukeeChicagoMinneapolis
Los Angeles
Pediatric Asthma1.91.62.42.0 2.1
6.7
Adult Asthma7.98.35.66.0 Cardiovascular Disease
5.85.46.14.8 5.0
Diabetes5.95.67.35.3 7.5
Source: American Lung Association, State of the Air Report, 2015
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communities
Village of Allouez
Located in the heart of the Green Bay Metropolitan Statistical Area, Allouez boasts a
convenient location to many area amenities. Both businesses and residents enjoy quick
access to major highways and airports, while still being able to take advantage of the
parks, trails, and recreational activities Allouez is known for.
Population: 2010: 13,975
2014: 13,795
% change: -1.29%
Type of Government:
Village board consisting of village president and six trustees, each with a three-year
term; full-time village administrator.
Business Development Areas:
Allouez TID#1 covers land along Riverside Drive/HWY 57 and Webster Avenue, making this
area an excellent space for development and redevelopment projects.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at villageofallouez.com.
Village of Ashwaubenon
Ashwaubenon encompasses 13 square miles between Green Bay, De Pere and the
west bank of the Fox River. Both businesses and residents have convenient access to
major highways and airports, while enjoying the amenities of a progressive community.
Ashwaubenon hosts less than 18,000 residents, but that number doubles and sometimes
triples on a daily basis. Visitors, shoppers and commuting workers flock to the community’s many local businesses and attractions.
2010: 16,963
Population: 2014: 16,855
% change: -.64%
Type of Government:
Village board consisting of village president and six trustees, each with a three-year
term; full-time village manager.
Business Development Areas:
Ashwaubenon Business Center, Retail Center, Ashwaubenon Riverfront and Multi-Family
Areas. Lots Available, contact Kristan Sanchez, 920.492.2327.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at ashwaubenon.com.
Village of Denmark
Denmark is a steadily growing, full service community characterized by its rural charm,
including areas of woodlands, farms, pastures, and rural subdivisions.
The diversity in the landscape, selection of quality building lots, excellent schools and
well maintained local parks has attracted many people to this area.
Denmark is located about 15 miles southeast of Green Bay, just off I-43. More than 2,000
residents enjoy life in this idyllic country setting a heartbeat away from Door County.
Population:
2010: 2,123 2014: 2,144
%change: .99%
Type of Government:
Village board consisting of village president and six trustees, each with a two-year overlapping terms; full-time village administrator.
Industrial Parks:
Viking Business Park, Piontek Business Park, Woodrow Industrial Park, and the new I-43
Business Campus. Lots available, contact the Village at 920.863.5692.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at denmark-wi.org.
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Village of Bellevue
A progressive community located within the Green Bay Metropolitan Area, the Village
of Bellevue is one of Brown County’s fastest growing municipalities with a population
of approximately 15,000 residents. Bellevue is a great place to grow your family, your
business and enjoy a high quality of life. The Village is a full-service municipality offering
quality municipal services while maintaining combined local municipal tax and utility
rates that are among the lowest compared with the other incorporated communities in
the Brown County Area.
Bellevue is serviced by four major highways, and is within a 15-minute drive of Austin
Straubel International Airport and the Port of Green Bay. Surrounded by rural landscapes, this progressive community maintains a small-town atmosphere, making it a
great place to live, work and play.
Population:
2010: 11,733
2014: 15,215
% change: 29.7%
Type of Government:
Village board consisting of a village president and four trustees, each with a three-year
term; full-time village administrator.
High Growth Areas:
Intersection of County GV and Hwy 172. Location with a mix of established national
and local retail establishments including Costco, Target, Copp’s, and Walgreens. High
traffic volumes and available land for retail/office/mixed-use development. Area is
within a Tax Incremental Finance District.
South Huron Road. Located along Brown County’s Eastern Arterial connecting State
Highway 54/57 and Interstate 43. Area with a YMCA, Bellin College, Bellin Clinic, and
Community First Credit Union and close proximity to the I-43 Business Park and Aurora
Bay Care Hospital. Available land for retail/office/mixed-use development in a rapidly
growing area of the community.
Contact Andrew Vissers, Community Development Director, 920.468.5225.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at villageofbellevue.org.
Brown County
Brown County encompasses a total land area of about 529 square miles of Northeastern Wisconsin, ranging from urban, active downtowns to quiet, suburban residential
neighborhoods, to our rural agricultural areas. Brown County provides a comprehensive set of community services, including such amenities and economic drivers as the
Brown County Library system, Brown County Park system, Neville Public Museum, Brown
County Golf Course, Austin Straubel International Airport, and the Port of Green Bay,
among many other services important to the high quality of life experienced by the
citizens of Brown County. Brown County would like to invite you to visit our communities
to experience what we have to offer. Whether you want an urban experience in downtown Green Bay or De Pere, start or expand your business, stroll through the Northeastern Wisconsin Zoo, fish for world class walleye on the Fox River, or simply relax and enjoy
the sunset over the waters of Green Bay, Brown County has a location for you.
Population:
2010: 248,007
2014: 253,156
% Change: 2.08%
Type of Government:
Elected County Executive and elected 26-member County Board
Business Parks:
Brown County Research and Business Park, located just south of the University of
Wisconsin – Green Bay on the northeast side of the City of Green Bay with convenient
access to State Highway 54/57 and Interstate 43. Land available for development.
Contact Chuck Lamine, Brown County Planning and Land Services Director at (920)
448-6480 or [email protected].
Austin Straubel International Airport, located on the west side of the Green Bay Metro
Area with convenient access to State Highway 172 and Interstate 41. Land available
for development may be viewed at: http://www.flygrb.com/available-property. Contact Tom Miller, Airport Director at 920.498.4800 or [email protected].
Learn more about Brown County at www.co.brown.wi.us.
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communities
City of De Pere
Located directly on the Fox River, De Pere offers its over 24,000 residents a hometown
atmosphere with the benefits of a progressive urban city. Fountains, sculptures and
community art add modern touches to the city’s charming old-world architecture.
The bustling downtown district is balanced by more than 400 acres of parks and green
space, including two outdoor swimming pools, three boat launch facilities and a community center. De Pere’s historic downtown offers unique shopping, casual and fine
dining and live entertainment including a comedy theatre and a variety of original live
music and art. De Pere boasts an exceptional quality of life and is known for its beautiful river views, water sports, parks, progressive attitude and family friendliness. De Pere
has over 1,400 acres of modern business parks and is home to the area’s largest employer, Humana. The community has two exceptional public school districts, a special
needs school, Montessori and parochial schools, and is also home to nationally recognized Saint Norbert College.
Population:
2010: 23,800
2014: 24,180
%change: 1.6%
Type of Government:
Mayor-council-city administrator. The city administrator is the professional chief administrative officer for all city operations and is appointed by the common council.
Business and Industrial Parks:
West Business Park and East Industrial Park. Lots available, contact Director of Planning
and Economic Development, 920.339.4043
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at de-pere.org.
City of Green Bay
The City of Green Bay is the flagship city and economic hub of the metropolitan region. It continues to be an employment magnet, leveraging its substantial assets and
significant competitive advantage in its strongest traded industry clusters: agriculture
and food processing; paper, packaging, and printing; advanced manufacturing; and
transportation and logistics.
The City offers residents a diverse range of housing options, with thirty-seven neighborhood associations strengthening the community fabric. Award-winning public schools,
reputable institutions of higher education (the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and
Northeastern Wisconsin Technical College), and low crime rates make the community
an excellent choice to call home.
The City delivers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation through its seventy parks
and trails, including Bay Beach Amusement Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, the City Deck
(an urban boardwalk along the Fox River), the Green Bay Botanical Garden, and the
Joannes Family and Resch Aquatic Centers. The City is also home to Lambeau Field,
the Packers Hall of Fame, and Green Bay Bullfrogs Baseball.
The City hosts hundreds of cultural events, including those provided by local theatre
organizations and civic symphony, at the Meyer Theatre, the Weidner Center for the
Performing Arts, the ART Garage, and the recently-expanded KI Convention Center.
The Neville Public Museum, the Children’s Museum of Green Bay, and Hazelwood Historic House are also within the City.
Population: 2010: 104,057 2014: 104,710 %change: .63%
Type of Government:
Aldermanic consisting of 12 aldermen representing 12 aldermanic districts and 47
wards. Full-time elected mayor serves four-year terms with no limit on length of service.
Business and Industrial Parks:
I-43 Business Center and University Heights. Lots available, contact Kevin Vonck,
920.448.3395.
Learn more about Green Bay at ci.green-bay.wi.us.
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Village of Hobart
The Village of Hobart is situated on 33 square miles of wooded hillside and scenic terrain, bordering the west side of the City of Green Bay, De Pere and Ashwaubenon. Hobart showcases high quality residential neighborhoods with large lots, yet is transitioning
to focused commercial and industrial planned development to diversify the village’s
vast economic opportunities.
Hobart’s 7,744 residents represent the highest median income and highest median home
value of all municipalities in Brown County coupled with one of the lowest property tax
rates. Additionally, the Village’s proximity to area highway systems, airports and the Port
of Green Bay makes it an appealing destination for new businesses. With an abundance
of land suited for development, Hobart is well positioned for continued growth.
Population: 2010: 6,182 2014: 7,610
% change: 23.1%
Type of Government:
Council-manager with a five-member elected board of trustees and a full-time administrator.
Business and Industrial Parks:
Centennial Centre at Hobart, Golden Pond Court Business Park, Orlando/Packerland
Planned Development Districts, Mason Street Corridor/Pine Tree Road. Lots Available.
Contact Andrew Vickers at 920.869.3804.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at the www.hobart-wi.org.
Village of Howard
The Village of Howard is contiguous to the City of Green Bay, the Village of Hobart, and
the Village of Suamico and abuts the bay of Green Bay with more than three miles of
shoreline. Howard boasts one of the best school districts in Wisconsin and is also home
to several corporate offices. Howard offers 11 parks, a municipal golf course, a recreation program and an active forestry department.
2010; 17,399
Population: 2014: 18,703
% change: 7.49%
Type of Government:
Nine-member village board ---with an eight-member elected board of trustees -- and
one elected president.
Business and Industrial Parks:
Lancaster Creek Business Park, AMS Business Park, Howard Industrial Park, Brookfield
Industrial Park, Mills Industrial Site (State Certified). Lots available. Contact Dave Wiese,
920.434.4640.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at the www.villageofhoward.com.
Town of Lawrence
As the first town in Brown County, Lawrence is located eight miles south of the City of
Green Bay. A portion of the town is along the Fox River which flows into Green Bay. U.S.
Highway 41 runs directly through the heart of the community.
The Town of Lawrence is a popular, quickly-growing community with a big appetite for
growth. With more than 10,000 acres and an approximate population of 4,634 residents, there is more than enough space for everyone to enjoy.
Commercial developments have expanded in Lawrence in recent years. Proximity to
the highway and a strong local work ethic make this a great community to locate your
business.
Population: 2010: 4,284 2014: 4,634
% change: 8.17%
Type of Government:
Town board consisting of five members with overlapping terms of two years each.
Business Parks:
Lawrence Business Park. Lots available, land is privately owned. Contact Bob Bartelt,
920.336.9131.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at the townoflawrence.org.
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communities
Town of Ledgeview
A supplement to
Town of Scott
Located just a few minutes northeast of the City of Green Bay, the town of Scott is a
bay community that boasts more than 34 miles of waterfront shoreline. Scott is a welcoming community with fine restaurants and eclectic retail shops.
The short commute to downtown Green Bay, proximity to the University of WisconsinGreen Bay, and access to the bay have all made the Town of Scott a popular place to
call home.
Surrounded in part by suburban communities and rural landscapes and located just
south of Green Bay and east of De Pere, Ledgeview offers its residents the atmosphere
and lifestyle of a small town with the best amenities a suburban venue has to offer.
In business and industrial sectors, Scott has seen substantial growth in recent years. At
the same time, this small town with a population of just under 4,000 residents still maintains its community spirit and know-your-neighbor approach to living.
In recent years, Ledgeview has been recognized as a booming residential and business
center. With more than 55 percent of Ledgeview’s residents holding college degrees or
higher, this community has a highly qualified talent pool to draw from.
Population: 2010: 3,545
2014: 3,575
% change: .85 %
Population: 2000: 6,555 2014: 7,337
% change: 11.93%
Type of Government:
Town board consisting of five members with overlapping terms of two years each.
Business Parks:
Ledgeview I-43 Business Park and Ledgeview Industrial Park (east of CTH PP/Broadway).
Lots available. Contact Sarah Burdette, 920.336.3360, ext. 108.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at the ledgeviewwisconsin.com.
Oneida Nation
The Oneida Nation Reservation overlaps western Brown and eastern Outagamie
county with a diverse community population of around 23,984 total residents. The
Oneida Nation strives to increase the quality of life for its members while maintaining
and preserving the land along with its rich cultural values.
The Oneida Nation is proud of their accomplishments to retain their culture, language
and have built a strong foundation in our community to continue their heritage.
Through this, They’ve grown into a robust Nation that operates a multifaceted government operation, successful business ventures, and wide array of community development. The community they’ve built has met various challenges with dignity, perseverance and dedication to their values of a good mind, a good heart, and a strong fire.
The Oneida Nation is very proud of the vibrant community of good, strong, caring people
who share in the love and respect for the community, its values, and the beautiful scenery
found in the lakes, trails, and various community and cultural events.
Population:
2014: 23,984
Type of Government:
Consists of three levels of government: General Tribal Council (GTC), business committee (BC), and tribal judicial system. Contact Oneida at 920.347.0500.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at oneida-nsn.gov.
Village of Pulaski
Pulaski is located fewer than 18 miles northwest of downtown Green Bay, but just minutes away from the many outdoor recreational opportunities of Wisconsin’s vacationland. Hosting a large section of the Mountain-Bay Trail, Pulaski offers hikers, bikers and
outdoor-lovers miles of scenic trails that stretch through three counties.
Pulaski also boasts a clean and safe residential community with quality homes, excellent school systems, and a thriving local job market. Industrial and retail developments
have provided a strong economic base for Pulaski’s citizens and surrounding area residents. Proximity to two airports, Austin Straubel International and Pulaski Private Airport,
has helped to fuel this economic growth.
Population: 2010: 3,539 2014: 3,499
%change: -1.13%
Type of Government:
Village president and six village board trustees; part-time administrator.
Business and Industrial Parks:
Pulaski Industrial Park and North Pulaski Industrial Park. Lots available. Contact Kristen
Fish, 715.581.4339.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at the www.villageofpulaski.org.
Type of Government:
Town Board Chairman and four supervisors; Clerk/Treasurer; Deputy Clerk and Economic Development Coordinator.
Business and Industrial Parks:
Scott Industrial Park. Vacant commercial and industrial lots available west of the 54/57
interchange. Contact Dave Cerny, 920.412.2111.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at townofscott.com.
Village of Suamico
Suamico is a 36-square-mile municipality located in the northwest corner of Brown
County, just five miles north of the City of Green Bay.
Traditionally a rural community, in recent years, development activity has been strong
and consistent. With a current population of just more than 11,000, houses are now
interspersed between the woodlands, while cropland and pastures have given way to
subdivisions and retail developments.
The Village also offers an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, fine dining, an
entertaining nightlife and a number of distinct boutique shops.
Population: 2010: 11,346 2014: 11,593
% change: 2.18%
Type of Government:
Village president and six village board trustees; full-time administrator.
Business and Industrial Parks:
Norfield Business Park, East Deerfield Business Park, Lineville Road Commercial Corridor,
and Town Center Development. Lots available, some land is privately owned. Contact
Steven Kubacki at 920.434.2212.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at suamico.org.
Village of Wrightstown
The Village of Wrightstown is a beautiful community located in southern Brown County
along the Fox River. Halfway between Green Bay and Appleton, Wrightstown offers a
combination of small-town character, affordability and a great location.
A thriving industrial park near Highway 41 on the west side of the village provides numerous employment and business opportunities.
Population: 2010: 2,827
2014: 2,842
% Change: .53%
Type of Government:
Village president and six village board trustees with two-year terms; full-time administrator.
Business and Industrial Parks:
Wrightstown Industrial Park. Lots available. Contact Steve Johnson, 920.532.5567, Ext. 13.
Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at vil.wrightstown.wi.us.
Land Your Business at
Austin strAuBeL CommerCe DistriCt
Land is now available at Greater Green Bay’s newest business park, located at
Austin straubel international Airport on Hwy 172. Austin straubel Commerce
District offers prime development property with convenient access to i-43, us 41,
Hwy 172, the Port of Green Bay, and northeast Wisconsin’s largest airport—
Austin straubel international Airport.
Find the interactive land map
and contact information at
FLYGrB.Com