Water in Howards Grove may stymie larger development, but changing that would be expensive and challenging


Water in Howards Grove may stymie larger development, but changing that would be expensive and challenging



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....
  •     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
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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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