APPLETON, WI (WTAQ) – A winning proposal has been announced for the development that will include Appleton’s new public library.
The mixed-use development could also bring roughly 300 apartments or condominiums and retail space to the city’s downtown.
The plan calls for the city spending more than $56-million dollars.
Phase one would include the library, retail space, and 96 apartments/condos. The Soldiers Square parking ramp would be demolished, and the building would take place at that site.
Future phases would see the additional 200+ apartments/condos built south of the downtown YMCA.
Officials believe it would add $66-million dollars to the city’s tax base.
The proposal was submitted by Paul Klister of Commercial Horizons and his sons Dan and Tom. It was selected over seven others.
The project requires approval from both the Library Board and the City Council. Discussions are expected at a 5:30 pm Monday meeting of the Finance Committee, Appleton Public Library Building, and Equipment Committee. Officials say just discussion will take place, no vote.
If approved, construction could begin this fall, with the first phase wrapping up in May 2020.
