Bridging De Pere Ep 1: New Developments

This City of De Pere podcast episode, recorded on May 27, 2026, featured City Manager Kim Flom and Mayor James Boyd discussing recent and upcoming developments in De Pere. Key procurement-related topics included the near completion of the Shopko mixed-use development featuring apartments, a hotel, and a public parking garage, as well as the planned Lockside mixed-use development on Front Street, which will include residential units, retail, and a riverfront restaurant. The city highlighted the use of Tax Increment Districts (TIDs) as financial tools to support these large-scale private developments by providing incentives to developers, ensuring projects are financially viable while promoting affordable housing components. Additionally, infrastructure projects such as the South Bridge connector and the Main and Reed road reconstruction were discussed, with the city coordinating with state agencies for improvements. The podcast also touched on community engagement initiatives and the importance of preserving De Pere's historic character alongside new growth.