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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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 […]
News
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
May 24, 2018
La Crosse turning former industrial land into new neighborhood
The City of La Crosse chose a Milwaukee firm to be the master developer of a unique land redevelopment project almost 25 years in the making.