Wausau Opportunity Zone

Who is the developer of the project?

May 12 2021

Wausau Opportunity Zone, Inc. is the owner of the site, working towards getting the site pad ready to attract developers with expertise, experience and interest in this type of development. Click here to learn more about Wausau Opportunity Zone, Inc.

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What are the plans for the final usage of the spaces?

May 12 2021

The plans for the site include mixed use of market-rate apartments, restaurants, retail and specialty boutique businesses. Opportunities for office space will be available, too. Along with the redevelopment of new streets and buildings, public green spaces and a public marketplace are planned.

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Will there be Wednesday Night Concerts on the Square and Dining in the Streets?

May 12 2021

Yes, Concerts on the Square events are Wednesday evenings from 6-8 pm, June 16 – August 18, and Dining on the Street is Wednesday and Saturday 5-9pm, June 9th – September 15th.

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What happened to the Boy with the Boot statue?

May 12 2021

The City/County Parks Department secured the statue, keeping it safe until they determine a new place to relocate the Boy with the Boot.

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Where did my favorite Wausau Mall stores go?

May 12 2021

Wausau Mall Stores: The Buckle, Maurices and Spencer’s now call the Rib Mountain Drive retail corridor their home. Reflexology Massage is now located on 3rd street and Fashion Mix is located at their new location on Thomas Street.

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Will the downtown streets around the Wausau Mall be open?

May 12 2021

Washington Avenue and Third Street will be open during demolition. However, occasionally streets may be temporarily closed for movement of large equipment or work done to the front of the Wausau Mall. This will be done for safety reasons. Street closure signage will be posted to warn and redirect traffic.

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What are all of the parking options downtown?

May 12 2021

Street Parking:  Enjoy 2 hours of free parking on any downtown street. No registration required.  No re-parking in the same block for the day. Lot Parking:  Park and register your license plate using the lot’s Pay Station or Passport Parking phone app.  The first 2 hours are free per day. Ramp Parking:  Park and register […]

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What hours will the parking ramps be open?

May 12 2021

Depends on the ramp, click here to find hours of downtown parking ramps and lots by location.  

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How much is parking in the Sears and JC Penney parking ramps?

May 12 2021

Parking in the Wausau Mall ramps is free for the first 2 hours. After parking your vehicle, you’ll need to register your license plate using the lot’s Pay Station or Passport Parking phone app.

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Will the parking ramps be easy to get to?

May 12 2021

Yes, parking ramps are easily accessible from the city streets and are clearly marked with signage.

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