Village President column: Housing has been on my mind

Housing has been on my mind a lot this past month, so let's talk about it.

A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to be interviewed on Wisconsin Public Radio about housing and development in Ellsworth*. It's a topic that comes up often at Village Board meetings, Community Summits, Plan Commission meetings, and even casual conversations around town. And for good reason.

Housing is one of the most significant challenges facing communities across Wisconsin, large and small, and Ellsworth is no exception...

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Leo's notes: In an era where workforce shortages and housing shortages are increasingly intertwined, local leadership and a willingness to remove barriers can be just as important as financial incentives in moving projects from concept to construction.