Packers fans are patiently awaiting the construction of the new Titletown District. But before the 34-acre development begins, village leaders and the Packers want to hear about concerns from neighbors.
The concept for the Titletown District has been proposed by the Packers for months now but Ashwaubenon Village leaders say nothing is in stone just yet. And they want to hear from the community before ground is broke.
Big changes are coming to a community just west of Lambeau Field in Ashwaubenon.
"On the other side of the road there's gonna be a medical building and then the hotels, Ice skating rink and brewery," says Brad Schumacher who lives just off of Blue Ridge Road.
But before that any of that happens public input is wanted.
"We're very interested in what they're saying," says Michael Aubinger the Ashwaubenon Village President.
Ashwaubenon wants to hear from their neighbors about any concerns they may have before construction begins.
"This is the rest of the communities chance to vent to us about what they want," adds Aubinger.
Or more put another way, what they don't want.
"We gotta worry about all that extra traffic," says Schumacher.
Some concerns involve increased traffic in neighborhoods that aren’t used to it, property values being impacted and even noise becoming a problem. That's why village leaders are inviting those impacted to attend a meeting later this month.
"We're looking for ways and working constantly with the Packers for ways to try and minimize any neighborhood problems that might occur," says Aubinger.
"Show some concerns and ask questions cause once they start the construction you have no chance to change it," adds Schumacher.
And with construction slated to start this summer, the clock is ticking.
That meeting will be Thursday January 21st at Ashwaubenon High School. Just bring your questions and your neighbors. It’s anticipated to be a heavily attended event.
If you can't make it to the meeting on January 21st, there are seven other village board meetings to where village representatives will be discussing plans for the Titletown District. We’ve included the dates and times below, all but the meeting on the 21st will be held in the Ashwaubenon Village Hall.
January 26th at 6:00PM
February 2nd at 5:30PM
February 23rd at 6:30PM
March 1st at 5:30PM
March 7th at 3:00PM
March 8th at 6:30PM
March 22nd at 6:30PM
