HOWARDS GROVE – Driving to a business in a different town can be a routine necessity for roughly 3,200 residents living in Howards Grove.
But a reason for the village’s lack of large development could be right under their feet: water.
The village ‘works around’ well water
Howards Grove residents and businesses are among 30% of Wisconsin residents to use private well systems, compared to those in a city like Sheboygan that utilizes municipal water....
But a reason for the village’s lack of large development could be right under their feet: water.
The village ‘works around’ well water
Howards Grove residents and businesses are among 30% of Wisconsin residents to use private well systems, compared to those in a city like Sheboygan that utilizes municipal water....
- Development with well water is possible but may be costly, have limitations
- Large developers often desire municipal water systems for manufacturing, sewage and sprinklers
- Howards Grove reduced the frequency of municipal water discussion. It has no plans for upcoming discussions.
- Residents may not want big business but want offset for property taxes
Ken Notes: TIF and the right project could fund a muni water system using a deep well. It is a balancing act...
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