Green Bay’s Plan Commission recommends rezoning the Day Street Mill property, moving past Georgia-Pacific’s request for a delay.
This recommendation comes just a month after the mill was put up for sale. The city also wants to update its future land use map to reflect a mix of commercial and residential uses. However, the City Council still needs to approve these changes before they take effect.
Interestingly, the commission voted against a request from Georgia-Pacific to delay the decision by 30 to 60 days. They argued that the company only got the notice about the meeting five days prior. Cheryl Renier-Wigg, the city’s economic and community development director, mentioned that a 30-day delay could be reasonable, given the circumstances.
Georgia-Pacific’s public affairs manager, Chris Brennan, noted that there’s been a lot of interest in the site from various investors and developers. They expect to receive offers soon, which is exciting news for the future of the property.
The commission’s vote was 6-1, with one member expressing concerns about the timing and the company’s ownership. They acknowledged Georgia-Pacific’s contributions to the city but felt this was a unique opportunity to reshape the site’s future.
The mill has been around for over a century, and this could be a pivotal moment to change its long-standing industrial use. The city sees this as a chance to enhance the area and connect developments along the East River, especially with the nearby Green Bay Metro Transit Center.
In short, the city is looking to revitalize the Day Street Mill site, and it seems like they’re ready to move forward, despite the pushback from Georgia-Pacific. It’s an exciting time for Green Bay as they explore new possibilities for this historic location.
