#SustainableDevelopment

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Council approves up-to-$25,000 regional wastewater evaluation with Rockford, seeks staff collaboration

Greenfield approved an agreement to contribute up to $25,000 toward a Stantec evaluation of Rockford's wastewater capacity and potential additional flows from Greenfield, with council requesting clearer not-to-exceed language and coordination with staff.

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Suamico presentation cites potential for immediate credit revenue as plan revision targets earlier releases

Presenters said the plan revision could unlock credits already constructed, with the team expecting to request roughly eight credits by end of September and possibly up to 15 credits by February; presenters referenced past sales of ~$70,000 per credit and current market rates nearer $160,000.

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Suamico board hears plan to overhaul wetland mitigation bank to speed credit releases

Evergreen Consultants told the Suamico Village Board it will refile a 1,200-page mitigation bank instrument to use 2025 guidance, divide the site into seven zones and seek early credit releases — potentially unlocking credits the village already constructed.

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Commission discusses 12-month moratorium on hyperscale data centers; no formal action taken

Staff briefed the commission on a potential moratorium on hyperscale data centers for up to 12 months while staff completes required state-statutory reporting; commissioners raised questions about the 12-month cap and timing. No moratorium was adopted; staff will present a draft at the August meeting.

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Greendale Board backs resolution calling for more sustainable public‑health funding

The Village Board adopted a resolution joining a statewide effort to advocate for more stable public‑health funding; presenters noted Wisconsin spends about $69 per capita on public health versus a U.S. average of $124.

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Council debates $3M proposed infusion to economic development fund and consultant vs. in‑house grant work

Magner proposed a $3 million year‑end transfer to the economic development fund and discussed contracting a $90,000 consultant (RISE360) to identify grants and funding; council members were split on consultant use versus in‑house work and asked for scope and cost breakdowns.

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Commissioners approve creation order for Holly Heights special improvement district in Precinct 4

After a staff presentation and developer remarks, the court moved and approved the order to create the Holly Heights special improvement district in Precinct 4, a 30‑year petition seeking ad valorem and sales/use tax authority to support public infrastructure for a proposed single‑family and future commercial development.

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Council approves El Car Wash redevelopment at former Rite Aid site with stormwater and hiring commitments

Council approved a preliminary/final land-development plan to convert a vacant Rite Aid at 832 N. Lansdowne Ave into an El Car Wash. The developer pledged stormwater improvements, a 20% reduction in impervious cover, expanded landscaping, and local hiring commitments.

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County shows preliminary community land trust design; developer may dedicate lots from Solaris Springs

Doña Ana housing staff shared a preliminary 366‑acre concept for a community land trust (CLT) that could hold 400–800 units depending on density; staff said a potential partnership with the Solaris Springs developer could deliver CLT lots in exchange for county road improvements.

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Council approves $150,000 from cable fund to begin demolition at 1149 West James Street after TIF motion fails

After the CDA recommended demolishing and redeveloping 1149 West James Street as a one-story commercial site, the council debated funding options. A motion to use TIF funds failed; council then approved a $150,000 allocation from the cable commission fund for demolition by a 3–2 roll call.

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LaSalle County committee advances budget change tied to proposed $479,111 water study

The Land Use Committee voted to forward a budget increase for professional services to finance after debating a proposed two-year water study estimated at about $479,111. Members urged municipal cost-sharing and discussed scope and alternatives including closed-loop systems for large water users.