Wausau Opportunity Zone

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

May 12 2023

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 2023

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

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Will the current Wausau Mall parking ramps be open? Is it safe to park in the ramps during construction?

May 12 2023

Yes! Directions and all Downtown Wausau parking information can be found here.

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Why is the JC Penney building not coming down?

May 12 2023

The JC Penney building will remain standing for now because it sits atop an important and valued parking structure. The building serves as a protective barrier against the elements, too. Once future development for the current JC Penney site is identified, the building will be removed to make way for a new development.

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

Apr 12 2023

Yes, Concerts on the Square events are Wednesday evenings from 6-8 pm, June 14 – August 30, and Dining on the Street on Wednesday nights from 5 – 9 pm with participating restaurants.

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What happened to the Boy with the Boot statue?

Apr 12 2023

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?

Apr 12 2023

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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