ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Community Development > Economic Development

​Contact Information
Kyle Kearns
Director of Community Development
Tel: 715-421-8225
​Email
The Division of Economic Development works to create, diversify, and enhance employment growth and to promote opportunities for business development and stability.  The Division provides information relating to community demographics and financial tools that are intended to help businesses grow and prosper within the community.
Check out our Economic Development web portal, Grow Rapids!
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Grow Rapids contains information about the community and programs/financial assistance for homeowners and businesses.



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Redevelopment Opportunities and Requests for Proposals:
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​Wisconsin Rapids' Opportunity Zone Overview and Information
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​ Program Guidelines for Rapids Rediscovered Housing Investment Program
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​East Town Plaza Redevelopment RFP
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​Cranberry Creek Subdivision RFP
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Recreational and Downtown Wayfinding & Signage Project Design RFP


​Economic Development Links:
  • Information about available buildings and land in the area can be found on the WEDC Locate in WI website. Please contact us with specific inquiries or visit Grow Rapids.
  • Community Statistics​
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