Economic benefits for La Crosse and beyond
The River Point District neighborhood will significantly boost the economic activity and overall financial health of the city of La Crosse and its surrounding region.
In addition to bringing hundreds of new residents into the city to strengthen the local economy, this inviting, sustainable neighborhood will offer dedicated space for income-generating endeavors:
- Large- and small-format retail stores
- Professional service providers (health/wellness, lifestyle, etc.)
- Restaurants and pubs
- Gathering spaces for events and tourism
- Offices of all types and sizes
Economic impact far beyond neighborhood borders
The River Point District neighborhood will encourage residents and visitors to invest in on-site shops, restaurants and pubs, professional services and outdoor recreation opportunities. The neighborhood will also benefit the larger local and regional economies, with proximity to existing established downtown shops, restaurants and taverns; an outdoor farmers market; major seasonal festivals; museums; water recreation; public recreation trails and more.
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November 19, 2020
New 65-acre waterfront neighborhood offers financial incentives for investors and developers
LA CROSSE, Wis., November 19, 2020 – River Point District offers investors and developers several financial incentives and growth opportunities. Located just north of historic downtown La Crosse, Wisconsin, this emerging neighborhood lies on 65 acres of waterfront land at the confluence of the Mississippi, Black and La Crosse Rivers. River Point District seeks investors […]
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May 22, 2020
City of La Crosse Redevelopment Authority approves proposal for work to begin on River Point District
LA CROSSE, Wis., May 21, 2020 – The City of La Crosse Redevelopment Authority (RDA) has approved a proposal by engineering firm Short Elliott Hendrickson (SEH) for work to begin on the River Point District neighborhood. Work will be done on the mixed-use waterfront neighborhood in a phased approach with phase 1 including the placement […]
December 19, 2019
Waterfront neighborhood development project on track with master plan and new brand
The River Point District neighborhood (formerly known as Riverside North), located just north of historic downtown La Crosse, continues its development into a sustainable, mixed-use waterfront neighborhood.
June 3, 2019
Riverside North development charrette overview
Get session highlights and attendee insights from the 7-day Riverside North project charrette.
April 18, 2019
Riverside North site plan offers look at development
Development in Riverside North will fan out from a central park toward the river and include a mix of housing and commercial options