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ECONOMIC IMPACT

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

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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.

River Point District conceptual rendering
Featured
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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River Point District Arial
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 […]
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River Point District Rendering
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.
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June 3, 2019

Riverside North development charrette overview

Get session highlights and attendee insights from the 7-day Riverside North project charrette.
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South West aerial view
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
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President, WiRED Properties
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