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Partnership Be part of a Partnership is what makes the Greater Green Bay community united in the mission of enhancing the economic and workforce community development of Greater Green Bay. Our community leaders work in The Greater Green Bay is more than two cities, nine villages and 13 partnership to conserve resources, grow our economy and increase towns, we’re a community. As a business leader or resident, you’ll be our quality of life. Our leaders work in conjunction with our K-12 welcomed into the community and become part of our rich tradition and post-secondary educators to ensure students are community, of hardworking, friendly and outgoing people who have the pleasure college and career ready; continuing on our tradition of cultivating to enjoy all four seasons and the adventures that come with them. generations of strong work ethics that are second to none.

Cities: Green Bay and De Pere Villages: We you Allouez, Ashwaubenon, Denmark, Howard, Pulaski, welcome Wrightstown, Bellevue, Suamico and Hobart to explore everything Towns: Eaton, Glenmore, Green Bay, Holland, Humboldt, Lawrence, Ledgeview, Morrison, New Denmark, we have to offer. Pittsfield, Rockland, Scott and Wrightstown. County: Brown

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Niina Baum Jayme Sellen For more information on marketing and communications manager government affairs director opportunities for economic 920.593.3423 920.593.3428 development contact Advance by calling 920.496.9010. Table of Contents Why Brown County? 2 Brown County Snapshot 3 Demographics Summary 4 Population Density 5 Tourism, Culture, Arts & Entertainment 6 Coming in 2018 7 Recreation 8 Households and Families 10 Workforce and Commuting 11 Education 12 Key Industries 14 30 Largest Employers 15 More House, Less Money 16 Green Bay is Ranked 52nd Quality of Life 17 2nd in the state out of 223 for 2016 cities with the Transportation 18 for being least affected by inflation. lowest cost of living in America GRB Airport 18 Smart Asset’s 2015 Niche.com 2016 Port of Green Bay 19 St. Norbert College Rail 20 3 fastest growing th Ground Transportation 21 municipalities in Wisconsin – Ranked 5 Foreign Trade Zone 21 Towns of Ledgeview & Lawrence best college in Wisconsin. Telecommunications 22 and Village of Hobart. Niche.com 2016 Water 24 WI Department of Administration De Pere Electric & Gas 25 th Healthcare 26 Ranked 66th Ranked 8 Tax Rates and Incentives 27 top city for job seekers in Wisconsin for cost of business in Forbes Best Only In Your State 2015 Climate and Air Quality 29 Places for Business and Careers. Communities 30 Forbes 2015 Wisconsin Transportation Infrastructure Map 33 th Green Bay area ranked Ranked 6 best state for quality of life. as a top 10 Forbes 2016 food processing employment leader Advertisers (Mid-Sized Metros). Wisconsin Green Bay Packers | Inside front cover Business Facilities Magazine,2016 Ranked 8th Greater Green Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau | 7 best state for Millenials to live. th Workforce Developement | 9 Ranked 47 Badger Herald 2016 Current - Young Professionals | 9 out of 381 metropolitan statistical Green Bay Area Public School District | 12 areas in economic strength. Ranked top 10 Policom Corporation, 2014 Ashwaubenon School District | 13 best places to live in Wisconsin Port of Green Bay | 19 Livability Northeast Wisconsin Technical College - 5th Best Corporate Training & Economic Development | 23 college town to find a job. Ranked 10th ZipRecruiter, 2015 Greater Green Bay Chamber | 23 overlooked dream city. Greater Green Bay Chamber - Advance | 23 Good Call Wisconsin Economic Development Coporation | 27 Wisconsin Green Bay - Austin Straubel - th International Airport | Back Cover Ranked 11 best state in the nation for business. Chief Executive Magazine 2016

Ranked 10th best place in the nation for physicians and surgeons Good Call 2015

Best Place to fish in Wisconsin. Travel Wisconsin 2016

2 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Brown CountySnapshot Located in Northeast Wisconsin, Brown County is home to 13 townships, nine villages and two cities, of which the City of Green Bay is the largest. Green Bay is one of the most rapidly growing cities in Wisconsin while retaining its beautiful and charming residential and community assets. In addition, Brown County is one of the Fastest growing counties in Wisconsin.

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Madison Milwaukee

St. Louis Chicago Cincinnati

Population (2016 Estimate): Largest Nonfarm Industry Private Sector Wage 260,401 (MSA Average 2016): (2016 annual average): Change from 2010 Census: 12,394 or 4.9% Trade, Transportation $47,452 Percent of Wisconsin Total: 1.6% and Utilities Percent of Wisconsin Average: 103.3% Source: American Fact Finder: Annual Estimates Change from 2015: +1.6% of the Resident Population Employment: 33,100 Percent of MSA Employment: 18.9% Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Source: Wisconsin’s Worknet Population Growth Projection Median Home Price (YTD): (2010 – 2040): Unemployment Rate $170,000 64,313 (2016 Average Non-Adjusted): Change from February YTD: +24.1% Percent Change (2010 – 2040): 25.9% 3.7% Wisconsin State Average: 14.1% 5-year High (Feb. 2013): 7.3% Brown County Per Capita Source: Wisconsin Department of Administration 5-year Low (May 2017): 2.6% (Preliminary) Personal Income (2015): Total Nonfarm Private Sector Wisconsin Rate (2016): 4.1% $46,584 Employment (MSA Average 2016): US Rate (2016): 4.9% Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 175,400 Percent of Wisconsin Per Capita Percent of Wisconsin Total: 6.0% Industry with Highest Average Income (2015): Change from 2015: +1.1% Annual Wage (MSA 2016): 101.5% Source: Wisconsin’s Worknet Utilities Sector: $111,252 Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis Source: Department of Workforce Development

Crime Rate Violent Crime Property Crime 2015 2016 %Change 2015 2016 %Change Comparison Green Bay MSA 216 244 12.9 1,035 954 - 7.8 (crimes/100,000 inhabitants) Madison MSA 432 395 -8.5 3,170 3,187 0.5

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation: Milwaukee MSA 4,302 4,427 2.9 11,680 11,359 2.8 Uniform Crime Reports 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 3 Demographicsummary

Brown County is growing rapidly. The three fastest growing municipalities in Wisconsin are located in Brown County, a sure sign of our economic vitality, quality of life and future success.

2016 State of Wisconsin Population (estimated): 5,778,708

2016 Brown County Population (estimated): 260,401 Percent Increase Over Census 2010: 4.9% Percent of Green Bay MSA population in Brown County: 81.82% 2015 Brown County Median Age: 36.8 2015 Population 25+ by 2015 Wisconsin Median Age: 39 Source: US Census Bureau Educational Attainment

Less than 9th grade 2.9% 2016 Households: 104,804 9th – 12th grade, no diploma 5.4% Percent Increase Over Census 2010: 4.14% High School Graduate/GED 31.3% 2016 Average Household Size: 2.42 Some College, No Degree 19.9% 2017 YTD Median Home Price: $170,000 Associate Degree 11.9% Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Wisconsin Realtors Association Bachelor’s Degree 20.6% Graduate/Professional Degree 7.9% 2015 Median Household Income: $53,527 Source: U.S. Census Bureau Percent of Wisconsin Median Income: 101.3% Source: Wisconsin Worknet, US Census Bureau

Percent Change in Population 2010-2016

Brown County Wisconsin U.S. 4.9% 1.58% 4.45%

2000 2010 2020 2030 2000-2010 BROWN COUNTY, WI CENSUS CENSUS PROJECTIONS PROJECTIONS % CHANGE Total Population 226,658 248,007 270,720 299,540 9.4% Population Density 429/sq.mi. 469/sq.mi. 512/sq.mi. 567/sq.mi. 9.3% Total Households 87,295 98,383 111,329 125,165 12.7% POPULATION BY GENDER Female 50.3% 50.8% 50.7% 51% 0.4% Male 49.7% 49.2% 49.3% 49% -0.4% Source: Wisconsin Department of Administration, Demographic Service Center 4 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Population Density

People per square mile Brown County Population per square Brown County: 486.83 mile by Census Tract Wisconsin: 106.63 Source: Wisconsin Department of Administration, City of Green Bay: 2,312.79 Demographic Services Center; U.S. Census Bureau City of De Pere: 2,090.68 City of Appleton: 3,034.17 5,000.05,000.05,000 - 46,259 toto 4646,2,25959.0.0 City of Oshkosh: 2,484.74 1,000.01,000.01,000 - 4,999.9 toto 4,999.4,999.99 200.0200.0200 - 999.9 toto 999.999.99 City of Madison: 3,211.93 79.679.6 to-to 199.9 199.199.99 30.030.030 - 79.5 toto 79.79.55

Percent of Brown County Population by Age

15 14 13 2020 12 2016 Population 11 2025 10 2030 over age 18 09 08 (estimated) 07 06 05 04 03 02 76.9% 01 Source: DOA State Population Projections 00 0-4 5-9 10-14 15-24 25-34 35-44 45-54 55-64 65-74 75-84 85+ Race & Ethnicity Brown County is growing more diverse with each year. Minority populations have been steadily increasing since 2010, especially among Black (21.9), Hispanic (19.1) and Asian (18.1) populations. Population projections show that Brown County will continue to become more diverse. These growths in our population present opportunities in the areas of small business development, education, healthcare and housing.

Like the rest of the United States, Brown County’s population is becoming increasingly diverse. This presents our community with interesting opportunities in the areas of small business development, education, healthcare and housing. Hispanics and African Americans have made a home here in Brown County, causing an increase of 124 percent and 128 percent in those populations between 2000 and 2016. The Hmong have also become an important part of our community. Wisconsin is a place with a strong Native American presence where students learn the history of the various nations in elementary school.

Population by Race/Ethnicity, Brown County

2010 2017 2022 White 86.5% 83.9% 81.7% 2017 Black 2.2% 2.7% 3.2% American Indian 2.7% 2.9% 3.0% Asian 2.7% 3.4% 3.9% Hispanic origin 7.3% 8.8% 10.3% Two or more races 2.2% 2.6% 3.0% Other races 3.7% 4.4% 5.2%

Source: ESRI *projection

2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 5 Tourism, Culture, Arts & Entertainment The Green Bay area has a vibrant energy and strong sense of community unlike any other city. Nothing compares to the camaraderie you feel during a game at Lambeau Field or at one of our many community festivals or within our thriving local art and music scenes. Check out Greater Green Bay. We have something for everyone.

Greater Green Bay ranks fifth in 8 Area Microbreweries: Wisconsin in visitor spending. Titletown, Hinterland, Leatherhead, Badger State, Noble Roots, Stillmank, Copper State, Ahnapee In 2016, 5.5 million people visited (Kewaunee County) Brown County spending $638 million. Live Entertainment: #5 440+ shows in 2016 at Resch Center Complex, Meyer Theatre and Weidner Center for the Performing Arts. Plus 100’s of live shows at small local venues.

Spending by season Pride in History Fall 19.1% Summer: 22.4% and Tradition Winter 32.1% As the oldest settlement in Wisconsin Spring 26.3% What do visitors (1634), you can experience our rich histo- spend money on? ry in a spectacular line-up of museums and Food & Beverage 23.9% heritage destinations throughout the Green Accommodations 22.6% Bay area. From the golden era of the rail- Shopping 19.5% Source: Tourism Economics Recreation, Arts, Entertainment road and local native history to full uniform 18.6% reenactments of the frontier, we love to Transportation 15.3% celebrate our storied traditions.

Museums: 10 Over 200 Historical sites: 6 Locally Owned Restaurants • Lambeau Field • Meyer Theatre 7 Area Wineries and Vineyards: • Bay Beach Amusement Park Captain’s Walk, Duck Creek, Mona Rose, Trout Springs (Greenleaf), • Packer Heritage Trail Ledgestone Vineyard (Wrightstown), Parallel 44 (Kewaunee County), Von • Saint Francis Xavier Cathedral Stiehl (Kewaunee County) • Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help

6 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Promote Your 5.5 Million People They spend visit Brown County each year Business to $638 Million Travelers

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Green Bay Packers and Microsoft partner to bring TitletownTech to Green Bay.

TitletownTech will encompass three different programs.

TitletownTech Accelerator, a resource for companies to create and market new digital technology products and services

TitletownTech Venture Capital Fund, a fund for investing in promising new digital technology products and services

TitletownTech Labs, a program to support the development of technology in the region.

2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 7 Recreation Located at the base of the Bay of Green Bay, our community has ample recreational opportunities. We have been blessed with abundant wildlife, natural scenic beauty and a strong sporting heritage. Whether you are an adventurous soul or more at ease, the Green Bay area has plenty of indoor and outdoor activities for all ages and abilities.

Super Bowl Champions Weather Lambeau Field may be known as the “Frozen Tundra,” but that has never stopped and Much More us from enjoying time spent outside. We have four seasons that each offer excit- Get into the spirit of community by joining the lively ing recreational activities, such as hiking, paddling, hunting, cross country skiing, crowds that support our local sports teams. Our biking fishing and many more. dedication to the world-famous 13 time national champion Green Bay Packers is legendary, but we also cheer on other high-caliber professional and collegiate July: January: sports teams including the University of Wisconsin – Normal average temperatures: Green Bay Phoenix, St. Norbert College Green Knights, 80° 24° Green Bay Blizzard’s arena football, Green Bay Bullfrogs baseball and the Green Bay Gambler’s hockey.

Outdoor Activities The people of Brown County have been blessed with numerous natural resources to enjoy. From the stunning beauty of Fonferek Glen Park to the rolling hiking trails of the Reforestation Park or the serene sights of Duck Creek, Brown County has something for all outdoor enthusiasts.

• Nearly 13 acres of parks per 1,000 residents • Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary • Beaches, lakes and waterways • Green Bay Botanical Gardens • Cross country skiing and snowshoeing trails • Hunting/sporting • 4 Dog parks • Horseback riding • 16 golf courses • Access to 112 miles of paved and gravel biking trails • NEW Zoo & Adventure Park • Off road biking trails – 2.5 mile to 10.5 mile loops

8 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Four Seasons of Celebrations No matter the season, the streets are often lined with area residents enjoying one of our many festivals or public events.

• 8 weekly farmers’ markets with fresh produce and entertainment • Restaurant Week • Craft Beer Week • Celebrate De Pere • Fridays on the Fox • Dine on the Deck • Fire over the Fox • Hmong New Year

• Oneida Nation Pow Wows

• Holiday Parades • WinterFest

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2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 9 Households and Families When comparing Brown County to the U.S., State of Wisconsin and other Wisconsin counties, we keep pace in the retention of long-term residents; retaining 99 percent of its residents in 2016.

Never married Divorced 33.5% 2016 Population 15+ by Marital Status 10.1% Source: 2016 American Community Survey Widowed 5.0% Married 51.4%

2010 2015 2020 2010-2020 % CHANGE Total Households 98,383 102,315 106,040 7.2% Average Household Size 2.45 2.43 2.43 -0.8% Total Families 63,721 65,819 67,950 6.6% Average Family Size 3.02 3.00 2.99 -1.0% Source: ESRI Forecast

Households by Income in Brown County Source: ESRI Forecast 26 24 22 20 18 16 14 2010 12 10 2015 08 2025 06 04 02 00 <$15,000 $15,000- $25,000- $35,000- $50,000- $75,000- $100,000- $150,000- $200,000+ $24,999 $34,999 $49,999 $74,999 $99,999 $149,999 $199,999 10 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Workforce and Commuting Brown County businesses proudly boast about their impressive relationship with major universities and technical colleges to provide a strong talent pool. Businesses here thrive with a diverse, educated workforce that embodies the Midwestern work ethic. Brown County Brown County residents enjoy short commutes, averaging just Commuting Patterns Public Transportation: 0.8% 18.9 minutes Bike: 0.2% Other means: 0.9% 2016 Green Bay Metro Walked: 2.1% Worked at Home: 3.3% Transit Ridership: Car, Truck or Van – Carpooled: 6.4% Car, Truck or Van – Drove Alone: 86.3% 1,323,000 Source: 2015 U.S. Census, American Community Survey Average cost per trip: $3.54

Brown County Private Nonfarm Brown County Wage and Salary by Place of Work (2016 Annual Average) Industry Makeup Trade, Transportation and Utilities 20.1% Natural Resources and Mining: $35,406 Manufacturing 16.7% Construction: $56,110 Education and Health 20.7% Government 3.2% Manufacturing: $52,230 Professional and Business Services 12.2% Trade, Transportation and Utilities: $39,370 Leisure and Hospitality 10.7% Financial Activities 7.6% Information: $54,116 Other Services 2.7% Financial Activities: $58,354 Construction, Mining, Natural Resources 5.1% Professional and Business Services: $59,491 Information 1.1% Source: Wisconsin Worknet Education and Health: $51,786 Leisure and Hospitality: $27,980 Other Services: $22,947 Source: Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW)

Employment and Business % 10 Unemployment Rate Green Bay MSA May 2017, Preliminary 9 (includes Brown, Kewaunee and Oconto Counties) 8 To tal Civilian Labor Force: 172,176 7 Employed: 167,671 Unemployed: 4,505 6 Green Bay MSA Unemployment Rate: 2.6% 5 State of Wisconsin (non-adjusted May 2017) United States Number of Establishments for Q3 2016: 6,729 4 Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics and Wisconsin’s Worknet 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 11 Educationsummary Education is a high priority in Brown County. We have 8 public school districts and 32 private schools. Our dedication to high-quality education is apparent through our average ACT scores (21.2), which is higher than the state average (20.3). However, scores are lower across the nation this year due to an increase in the number of students tested. Wisconsin consistently ranks in the top two in the nation among states testing 50 percent or more of high school seniors.

Total District Enrollment High School 2016 - 2017 Performance Ashwaubenon 3,339 2015-2016 De Pere 4,397 Denmark 1,571 Students perParticipation in Green Bay Area Public 21,149 licensed staff the ACT% test students enrolledAverage in ACT Average scores teacher salary post-secondary Howard-Suamico 6,173 Ashwaubenon 14.2 86.6% 75.8% 21.3 $59,165 Pulaski Community 3,672 De Pere 13.8 91.7% 55.8% 22.3 $55,767 West De Pere 3,384 Denmark 13.8 94.7% 69.1% 20.5 $50,943 Green Bay Area 11.5 86.0% 57.5% 18.7 $53,018 Wrightstown Community 1,356 Howard-Suamico 14.6 92.3% 73.7% 21.5 $50,308 Wisconsin 863,881 Pulaski Community 12.4 88.5% 69.1% 21.5 $53,396 Source: DPI’s Wisconsin Information System for Education West De Pere 15.0 93.8% 67.0% 21.5 $50,061 Wrightstown 13.3 92.9% 72.4% 22.0 $50,887 Total public school enrollment 2016-2017: Wisconsin 13.1 92.1% 59.0% 20.3 $50,401 48,380 Source: Wisconsin Information System for Education To tal private school enrollment 2016-2017: Average ACT Scores 4,887 Brown County: 21.2 Wisconsin: 20.3 United States: 20.8 Brown County Average Teacher Salary: Source: Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction, ACT.org $52,943

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12 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Post-Secondary Education

NWTC has welcomed students from more than 23 countries around the globe including Bellin College Egypt, Pakistan, South Africa, Brazil, Ghana, Spain, Moldova, and China. All NWTC students Enrollment: 440 are provided with resources needed for success. Graduate success: 93 percent of our grads Founded in 1909, Bellin College is one of Wisconsin’s premier private health sciences have careers within six months of graduation; 80 percent of those grads are employed in their colleges. It offers undergraduate programs in nursing, radiologic sciences, and diagnostic career fields. Hundreds more continue their education through NWTC’s transfer agreements medical sonography. Graduate programs include a Master of Science in Nursing and post- with nearly 40 other colleges/universities. Start here. Go anywhere! graduate certificates, with both family nurse practitioner and nurse educator tracks. The simulation labs located in the Health Sciences Resource Center provides state-of-the-art technology allowing students to practice skills and participate in interprofessional learning opportunities making them more knowledgeable and confident in their careers. As a result, Rasmussen College graduates have a 97 percent job placement rate. Bellin College has expanded opportunities Enrollment: 580 to the community through a hands on healthcare experience fulfilling the growing need for For more than 117 years, Rasmussen College has met the needs of its local communities by future healthcare professionals. providing market-relevant and career-focused programs as well as public service. The regionally accredited, private College currently offers programs at the certificate, diploma, associates, and bachelor’s degree levels in seven schools of study including business, health sciences, nursing, College of Menominee Nation education, justice studies, technology and design. In keeping with their tradition of meeting the Enrollment: 395 education needs of the local community, Rasmussen recently launched a master’s in nursing degree. Students can earn their degree online or at the Green Bay Campus, located at 904 S. The College of Menominee Nation is an accredited open-admission institution offering Taylor Street. For more information about Rasmussen College, please visit www.Rasmussen.edu. baccalaureate and associate degrees, and technical diplomas. Enrollment is open to all at campuses in metropolitan Green Bay and 45 miles west in Keshena on the Menominee Indian reservation. CMN coursework blends contemporary mainstream learning with sovereign nation issues and indigenous knowledge to prepare students for success in a multicultural St. Norbert College world. Degree programs include business administration, education, public administration, Enrollment: 2,211 pre-engineering, digital media, natural resources and liberal studies. CMN has easy-transfer St. Norbert College, the only Norbertine college in the world, consistently ranks among the programs with select UW System campuses for engineering, natural resources and other best liberal arts institutions in the nation by U.S. News, Forbes and others. In 2017, it welcomed programs. The College is one of 37 federally recognized tribal colleges in the United States. its eighth president, alumnus Brian Bruess ‘90. The college’s world-class facilities include Congressional authorization in 1994 made CMN one of only three Wisconsin institutions nearly $130 million in donor-funded new construction over the past eight years, including an to have Land Grant status. indoor sports center, a state-of-the-art science center, library, stadium and dining commons. Additionally, recent years have seen the establishment of the college’s Donald J. Schneider School of Business & Economics – the hub of business intelligence in Northeast Wisconsin – that, with it, launched an MBA program. Robust service-learning and study-abroad programs, Medical College of WI – Green Bay winning athletics, and a wealth of opportunities for student engagement also contribute to an Enrollment: 80 outstanding educational and living experience on a quintessential college campus. As the state’s only private medical school, MCW is preparing the next generation of community physicians for Wisconsin in communities where they are likely to practice. The MCW-Green Bay regional campus is on the national forefront in medical education innovations: three-year University of Wisconsin – Green Bay curriculum, community-engaged admissions process, integrated science and clinical learning, as well as scholarly projects addressing local needs. MCW-Green Bay aims to secure the future Enrollment: 7,030 UW-Green Bay is a comprehensive public university within the University of Wisconsin of healthcare for patients and families by preparing a physician workforce with an intimate System, known for its award-winning faculty and staff, state-of-the-art facilities, beautiful bay understanding of the needs of northeastern Wisconsin. shore campus and strong academic reputation. Students choose from more than 40 programs of study, including undergraduate and graduate degrees available fully online. Boasting more than 35,000 alumni – many remaining in Northeast Wisconsin following graduation – our Northeast Wisconsin Technical College graduates serve as the region’s teachers, health care professionals, urban and regional planners Enrollment: 17,000 and business and civic leaders. The University prizes its role in community and economic Founded in 1912, NWTC is a nationally-ranked, two-year public college where students development with a deep commitment to expanding public-private partnerships, student and prepare for high-tech careers. The College served over 32,000 students; 7,800 students faculty involvement and the transformative benefits of higher education. pursued degrees and diplomas and worked with over 1,100 businesses for contract training.

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2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 13 Key Industries and Clusters

Key Industries in our Diversified Economy Brown County’s diverse economy creates unlimited business opportunities. Our businesses are known for their innovation and ingenuity – from phytomedicines to machine design. Many of our key industries are part of clusters established by the state of Wisconsin: Biotechnology Dairy Food Products & Processing Paper Plastics Printing Tourism Information Technology Medical Devices

Brown County’s Core Industry Makeup Includes:

Trade, Transportation and Utilities Education and Health Brown County is home to the headquarters of several large transportation Brown County is home to four hospitals, the Milo C. Huempfner VA companies, the largest of which is Schneider, a multi-national leader of Outpatient Clinic and 40+ clinics. We also have 11 post-secondary and transportation, logistics and related services. As a regional shopping technical training institutions and eight school districts serving 50,000+ hub, serving the Green Bay MSA, as well as surrounding counties and students to guarantee that Brown County has the capacity and capability the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Brown County’s retail trade provides to meet the current and future needs of its residents. needed goods, services and jobs. Manufacturing Agriculture & Food Processing Making up almost one-fifth of the county’s employment alone, Agriculture production and agribusiness generate over $4.6 billion in manufacturing thrives in Brown County. With a range of companies economic activity in Brown County, about 15 percent of the total economy. like Procter & Gamble, RR Donnelley, Fox Valley Metal Tech, Georgia- Within this category, dairy is the largest income generator, although Pacific, Belgioioso Cheese, Schreiber Foods and C.A. Lawton, Brown canning, cash crops and livestock are also substantial contributors. County’s manufacturing sector is diverse. Among others, this sector includes paper, food, metal and machinery product manufacturing, as well as printing and publishing. 14 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 30 LARGEST PRIVATE EMPLOYERS IN THE GREATER GREEN BAY AREA (Employment numbers reflect full-time equivalent employment as of May 2016) i.e., every 40 hours counts as one employee

Rank Name Location/Function NAICS/Main Product or Service #Employees

1 Humana Multiple branch locations 524114 – Health insurance and related services. 3,133

Headquarters - Green Bay, 2 Bellin Health 622110 – Acute care hospital specializing in cardio, neuro. & critical care. 2,892 multiple locations Headquarters & branches 3 Oneida Nation 921190 - Tribal enterprise and government of the Oneida Tribe of Indians. 2,752 in Oneida Headquarters - Ashwaubenon, 4 Schneider 484230 - One of the nation’s largest truck load carriers. 2,628 multiple branches Hospital in Green Bay, multiple 622110 - Full service medical care facility with a 167 bed capacity, home health 5 Aurora Health Care 2,305 clinic & pharmacy locations and multiple clinic and retail pharmacy locations. 322121 – Multinational manufacturer of paper and tissue products for retail & 6 Georgia-Pacific Branches - Green Bay 1,875 commercial markets. 524292 – Markets and administers health and life insurance plans designed especially for 7 UnitedHealthcare Branches - Howard 1,730 small business. Headquarters - Green Bay, 8 Green Bay Packaging, Inc. 322211 – Corrugated and solid fiber box manufacturing. 1,575 multiple locations 622110 – Acute care hospital and regional center for trauma, cancer treatment, physical 9 St. Vincent Hospital Branch - Green Bay 1,563 rehabilitation, perinatal care, dialysis and specialty surgery with a 517 bed capacity.

10 American Foods Group Branch - Green Bay 311611 – Meat distributors – animal (except poultry) slaughtering. 1,520

HQ Ashwaubenon 621111 – More than 500 providers trained in 42 primary and specialty care areas 11 Prevea Health 1,440 multiple Locations regionally.

12 Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Multiple branch locations 452112 - Retail shopping store chain. 1,232

13 JBS Green Bay Branch - Green Bay 311611 – Beef slaughterer and processor. 1,220

Headquarters - Ashwaubenon, 14 ShopKo Stores 551114 – Discount mass-merchandiser retail. 1,106 multiple branch locations Headquarters - Green Bay, 522110 - Diversified bank holding company offering a full range of traditional 15 Associated Banc-Corp. 1,094 multiple branch locations banking services and a variety of other financial products and services. Headquarters - Green Bay, 221112 – An electric and natural gas utility company serving Northeastern and 16 Wisconsin Public Service 1,029 multiple locations Central Wisconsin. 445110 - A family and employee-owned grocery chain operating 28 grocery stores 17 Festival Foods Multiple branch locations 1,000 and 2 banquet and catering facilities, known as The Marq, throughout Wisconsin.

18 KI Headquarters - Bellevue 337214 - Manufacturer of contract furniture. 986

Ameriprise Auto & 524126 – Personal lines property casualty company (auto & home insurance) 19 Headquarters - Ashwaubenon 906 Home Insurance servicing in 44 states. Headquarters - Green Bay, 551114 - Manufactures and markets processed and natural cheeses and dairy 20 Schreiber Foods, Inc. 769 multiple branch locations products to the food service and retail markets. 323112 - Manufacturer of packaging-pressure sensitive labels, flexible film and 21 Belmark, Inc. Headquarters - De Pere 729 folding cartons. Paper Converting Multiple branch locations 22 333291 – Manufacturer of state-of-the-art converting machinery. 721 Machine Company (a division of Barry Wehmiller)

23 RR Donnelly Multiple branch locations 511140 – Printing, mailing and direct mailing services. 712

Procter & Gamble 24 Branches - Green Bay 322121 - Paper products manufacturer. 632 Paper Products

25 St. Norbert College Headquarters - De Pere 611310 - Private religious, educational institution. 552

Headquarters - De Pere, 26 Nsight & Cellcom 517210 - Wireless telecommunications carriers. 538 multiple locations

27 Alorica Branch - Green Bay 561422 - Inbound call center. 500

28 ProAmpac Branch - Wrightstown 322221 - State of the art flexible packaging producer. 486

325411 – Medicinal and botanical manufacturing; herbal supplements 29 Nature’s Way Headquarters - Green Bay 445 manufacturing and distribution. St. Mary’s Hospital 622110 – Acute care hospital with 158 private rooms; handles a broad range 30 Branch - Green Bay 436 Medical Center of medical, surgical, pediatric, obstetric and gynecological problems. 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 15 More House, Less Money. Your hard earned dollars go a lot further in Brown County than most places in the U.S. The average cost of living in Greater Green Bay is 6.5 percent below the national average. The cost of housing, groceries and transportation are on average lower in the Green Bay region than other regions in the Midwest.

Median: 2016 Home Value 2015 Rent per Month Rent as a Percentage Brown County $157,500 $719 of Household Income Minneapolis $232,000 $979 2013 2014 2015 29.9% 30.9 29.3% Chicago $222,500 $1,012 Less than 20% 20 – 29% 27.9% 24.9 26.1% United States $238,000 $959 30% or more 37.2% 44.1 8.7% Green Bay MSA $155,200 $711 Source: U.S. Census, American Community Survey 2015 Source: U.S. Census, American Community Survey 2015

Whether buying or renting, housing is very often a family’s largest expenditure. Construction numbers and home prices are commonly used to measure the strength of the economy, while homeownership and rent numbers measure household wealth. Brown County offers:

Household Size 2015

1-person household 28.4% 2-person household 35.4% Brown County 3-person household 14.4% Age of Housing 4-or-more-person household 21.8% Source: 2015 American Community Survey Built 2014 or later 0.1% 2000 – 2013 17.2% 1980 – 1999 28.1% 1960 – 1979 28% New Residential Dwellings Brown County 1940 – 1959 14.5% (2016 – single family, multiple) Homeownership 1939 or earlier 12.1% New homes built: 513 Source: U.S. Census, Owner Occupied 65.9% 2015 American Community Survey Multiple units built: 184 Renter Occupied 34.1% Source: Advance

16 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Quality of Life The average cost of living in greater Green Bay is 8.7 percent below the national average.

The annual average 2016 intercity cost of living comparison has been released by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). This is the only regular and relatively affordable look at cost-of-living comparison between cities in the United States. The C2ER Cost-of-Living Index, which measures differences between areas in the costs of consumer goods and services excluding taxes and non-consumer expenditures, is based on 57 items, for which prices are collected three times per year. The chart below shows the index comparing Green Bay with three Wisconsin cities and three urban areas in the Midwest.

Median Household Income Gini Index BROWN COUNTY Brown County: 0.4219 2017 $56,651 Wisconsin: 0.4410 2022 (forecast) $64,558 United States: 0.4817

WISCONSIN (0.0 represents total income equality and 2017 $56,396 1.0 represents total income inequality) Rent as a Percentage 2022 (forecast) $63,805 Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2015 American Community Survey of Household Income UNITED STATES 2013 2014 2015 2017 $56,124 Less than 20% 29.9% 30.9 29.3% 20 – 29% 27.9% 24.9 26.1% 2022 (forecast) $62, 318 30% or more 37.2% 44.1 8.7% Source: ESRI Source: U.S. Census, American Community Survey 2015

ALL RESIDENTS UNDER 18 12.4% 2014 Poverty Rate BROWN COUNTY 18.1% 11.4% 15.3% 2015 13.2% 18.4% WISCONSIN 12.1% 16.4% 15.5% 21.7% UNITED STATES $ 14.7% 20.7% Source: U.S. Census, 2015 American Community Survey

Cost of Living Comparison Cost of LivingComposite ComparisonGroceries Housing Utilities Transportation Healthcare Misc. Green Bay, WI 91.3 90.8 80.2 102.2 102.5 104.2 92.7 Composite Groceries Housing Utilities Transportation Healthcare Misc. Detroit, MI 94.9 91.3 87.9 108.2 104.3 94.6 95.5 Green Bay, WI 94.1 90.1 80.6 110.7 103.6 107.0 97.1 Akron, OH Detroit, MI 100.695.4 88.8118.2 91.1110.8 104.596.2 104.8 102.3 96.4 88.3 95.5 88.1 Milwaukee,Akron, OH WI 101.399.5 117.0104.8 110.397.6 93.7109.0 104.6 100.7 90.4 115.6 90.0 94.2 Madison,Milwaukee, WI WI 106.5100.4 101.3104.7 99.7112.8 108.296.0 97.7 110.5 117.4120.6 96.7 102.5 Minneapolis,MNMadison, WI 105.6104.6 102.8106.0 111.6107.9 92.2 95.8 105.5 101.0 121.7105.7 100.6 107.8 Chicago,Minneapolis, IL MN 118.5108.3 108.0108.5 112.3144.8 93.1 94.9 111.9 125.7 105.5102.7 108.8 108.2 IndexChicago, Weighting IL (%) 100.0116.3 116.714.0 136.228.0 104.210.0 114.3 9.0 99.1 4.0 105.9 35.0 Index Weighting (%) 100.0 14.0 28.0 11.0 11.0 4.0 32.0 Source: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2016 Annual Average Data Source: Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER), 2015 Annual Average Data 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 17 Green Bay - Austin Straubel International Airport

Serving more than 600,000 passengers annually and offering 40 commercial flights daily, Green Bay - Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB) has positioned itself as the “go to” airport for convenience and cost savings. As Northeast Wisconsin’s largest airport and the third largest airport in Wisconsin, GRB is your gateway for business and pleasure travel. GRB’s daily flights to major metropolitan hubs and regular investment in key infrastructure make it a key player for economic growth and improved quality of life.

Airport land is also available for development and lease for future business growth or expansion.

Non-stop Destinations Chicago Detroit Minneapolis Atlanta

TYPICAL # FLIGHTS PER DAY: Commercial Airlines with Service to/from Green Bay - Austin Straubel International American Delta United

Airport Passenger and Freight Comparison Air Cargo 2013 2014 2015 2016 With Brown County being a one-day drive to more than one-third of the nation’s Total air passengers 610,673 623,261 609,829 601,247 population, Green Bay - Austin Straubel Total air freight (lbs. 542,856 361,947 311,943 339,625 International is a prime choice for companies Source: Green Bay - Austin Straubel International Airport looking for efficient cargo distribution.

Dedicated Cargo Carrier Fixed Base Operations: Freight Runners Green Bay - Austin Straubel International also has two full-service fixed base operators (FBOs) to provide maintenance, airline and Airline Cargo Service general aviation refueling, charter services and pilot training. American Delta United

18 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Port of Green Bay The Port of Green Bay is the western-most port of Lake Michigan offering a direct route for shipping raw goods and materials using the most cost effective and sustainable method of transportation available. An extensive network of highways and railroads provide a direct connection from the port to regional markets and America’s Heartland. There are 14 port businesses located along three miles of the Fox River. These businesses moved more than 1.8 metric tons of cargo during 2016. Port businesses handle dry bulk commodities (coal, limestone and salt), bulk liquids (petroleum products, liquid asphalt and tallow), breakbulk commodities (wood pulp and forest products) as well as oversized cargo (machinery and wind components). Port activity remains steady as 158 vessels came through the port in 2016.

Green Bay’s Vibrant Port Offers Shippers: Port tonnage comparison (metric) Experienced pilots Foreign freight forwarders 2013 2,216,904 24-hour tug service U.S. Customs 2014 2,329,834 Efficient stevedores Extensive docking and storage areas 2015 1,992,876 Custom house brokers 2016 1,812,118

The 14 Port Terminals located on KEEPING YOUR BUSINESS the adjacent Fox River include: MOVING FORWARD 14 docks capable of handling dry bulk commodities such as cement, ash, pig iron, coal, salt and limestone

Four docks capable of handling bulk liquids including tallow, petroleum products and asphalt

Two docks capable of handlingwood pulp, machinery, project cargo, bagged agricultural commodities and forest products

Channel depths and turning basins The Port of Green Bay maintains 24’-26’ below Low Water The Port of Green Bay maintains 24’-26’ below Low Water Datum (LWD), with channel widths of 300’-500’. Contact the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or Port for channel conditions. There are two turning basins – the East River turning basin Transporting goods by ship through the Port of Green Bay (24’below LWD) and another one immediately north of CN’s means larger quantities can be safely moved faster and railroad bridge (20’ below LWD). at lower cost. The largest Great Lakes vessels can carry approximately 12,000 tons of cargo in a single trip. To carry the same amount, it would take 200 rail cars or 700 trucks. For more information, visit www.portofgreenbay.com Learn more: www.portofgreenbay.com

2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 19 The major categories of freight traffic products:

Originating in Wisconsin Rail Glass and Stone Products 11% Farm products 13% Nonmetallic Minerals 22% Efficient, dependable freight rail service plays a vital Pulp & Paper Products 13% role in the movement of goods for Wisconsin’s Food Products 11% many and varied industries. Wisconsin’s 4,200 miles Other 29% of track are served by eight freight railroads: four major (Class 1) railroads, four regional and shortline (Class II and III) railroads. These railroads last year carried more than 2.7 million carloads of freight weighing in at nearly 164 million tons.

CN and Escanaba Lake Superior rail are the two rail Terminating in lines serving Brown County. Wisconsin Coal 53% Metallic ores 13% Farm products 5% Pulp and paper 7% Chemicals 5% Other 17%

Commodity forecasts produced for the Wisconsin Department of Transportation indicate the state’s freight rail tonnage is expected to grow by more than 50 percent by 2020. Major growth categories include:

126%

91% 94% 72%

PULP AND FOOD CONCRETE, INTERMODAL PAPER PRODUCTS GLASS SHIPMENTS PRODUCTS AND STONE

Source: Forward Wisconsin These products provide Wisconsin companies with the materials they need to meet consumer and business demand while rail companies, at the same time, provide a reliable and affordable service to transport bulk goods and get finished products to market. 20 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Ground Transportation There are almost 100 motor freight carriers serving A solid ground transportation infrastructure is import- Northeast Wisconsin. Inbound and outbound cargo ant to Brown County as evidenced by the pledge to has the advantage of reaching more than one-third of maintain 100 percent of Brown County’s 361 miles of the nation’s population within a one-day travel time county highways in ‘good’ condition. (500 miles).

Major market days by truck Canada 500-MILE RADIUS Milwaukee .25 St. Louis 1.0 Chicago 0.5 Dayton 1.0 North Dakota Sault Ste. Marie Minneapolis 0.5 Atlanta 2.0 Duluth Minnesota

Dubuque 0.5 New York 2.0 Minneapolis Green Bay South Dakota Michigan Toronto Indianapolis .75 Denver 2.0 La CrosseWisconsin New York Madison Milwaukee Buffalo Dubuque Des Moines 1.0 New Orleans 2.0 Detroit Pennsylvania Iowa Chicago Des Moines Cleveland Detroit 1.0 Los Angeles 4.0 Nebraska Indiana New Jersey Lincoln Indianapolis Ohio Md. Peoria 250-MILE RADIUS Cincinnati 1.0 Cincinnatti West Illinois Virginia St.Louis Kansas City Virginia Kansas Lexington Missouri Kentucky

Foreign Trade Zone #167 Foreign trade zones (FTZ) are secure areas under U.S. Originally granted operational authority in 1990, Customs supervision that are considered outside the Green Bay’s zone #167 included approximately 2,300 Customs territory of the United States. These zones acres that includes Green Bay - Austin Straubel Inter- allow certain types of merchandise to be imported, national Airport and an Ashwaubenon industrial park. repackaged, assembled with other components and However, due to the area’s rapid growth over the past then exported without having to go through formal years, zone #167 was expanded in 2005 to include customs entry procedures or incurring import duties. additional parcels in Hobart and Wittman Airfield and an Oshkosh industrial park. Additionally, our general Considering the economic indicators for Brown purpose zone oversees three subzone tenants located County, it’s easy to see why the Green Bay area elsewhere in Wisconsin. obtained foreign trade zone status: FTZ #167 is surrounded by the economic might of the nation’s For more information on FTZ #167, contact Dean Midwest – direct access to world markets via land, sea Haen of the Port of Green Bay at 920.492.4950. and air.

Foreign Trade Zone Benefits Relief from inverted tariffs Weekly entry savings Duty exemption on reports Duty deferral Duty elimination on waste, scrap and yield loss 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 21 Telecommunications Similar to cities twice our size, businesses in the Greater Green Bay can rely on our telecommunications infrastructure to give them a competitive advantage. Brown County has a robust telecommunications infrastructure that includes two gigabit business parks (Pulaski North Industrial Park and Pulaski Industrial Park) and a fiber network connecting all parts of the county. With one of the most extensive telecommunications infrastructures in the country, Wisconsin gives companies access to high quality telecommunications services at competitive prices.

Wisconsin Telecommunications Quick Facts

Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers (ILECs) Residential Fixed Connections 27 as of June, 2016 1,809,000 as of June 30, 2016 Source: FCC Form 477 Source: FCC Form 477

Lifeline customers in Wisconsin Mobile Wireless Connections Include ILEC, CLEC and Reseller customers 4,379,000 as of June 30, 2016 194,253 as of October 29, 2015 Source: FCC Form 477 Source: USAC

Advertised Speeds 25+ Mbps (Mega- Brown County bits per second) Business/Government 10 - 24.99 Mbps wireless download speed 3 - 9.99 Mbps Less than 3 Mbps

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2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 23 Access to Water The Green Bay Water Utility operates the water system for the city and wholesales water to the Village of Ashwaubenon, Village of Hobart, Village of Wrightstown and Town of Scott. Green Bay Water Utility average demand is 18 million gallons per day (mgd) and has the capacity to treat and deliver a maximum of 42 million gallons per day.

The communities of De Pere, Allouez, Bellevue, Howard, Lawrence and Ledgeview are served by the Central Brown County Water Authority, which purchases treated water from Manitowoc Public Utilities and transports it to the area. 2017 marks the Authority’s tenth year of continuous service. The Authority has a contractual commitment for 20 million gallons per day with rights to expand up to 40 mgd. In addition to committed capacity from Manitowoc Public Utilities, the Authority has constructed 11.5 million gallons of storage allowing for improved energy conservation and emergency reserves. In 2016, approximately 2.4 billion gallons of water was purchased and delivered to members; an average of about 6.6 mgd. Each member community independently maintains and operates their own water systems and sets their own water rates. Members retain existing wells to be used as an emergency back-up supply. Green Bay Water Utility 2016 Green Bay Water RATED AVERAGE Utility Retail Water Sales SOURCE: CAPACITY: ANNUAL DEMAND: Lake 42 million 18 million Michigan gallons/day gallons/day (mgd) (mgd) Municipal 3% Sanitary Sewer Service NEW Water, the brand of the Green Bay Metropolitan Sewerage District, is Commercial a wholesale provider of wastewater conveyance and treatment services to 23% 18 municipal customers in Northeast Wisconsin. For these services, NEW Water charges the same rate to each municipal customer. Municipalities will Industry likely have different rates for their own residential customers to cover their 42% costs, including operations, maintenance, and administration. NEW Water is the largest provider of wastewater services in Northeast Wisconsin, and the third-largest in the state. Residential 32% NEW Water owns and operates two facilities, in Green Bay and De Pere. Tours are open to the public. For more information, please visit www.newwater.us.

NEW Water

Rated capacity 49.2 mgd (Green Bay) 10 mgd (De Pere)

Average daily demand 38 million gallons/day 24 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 2017 rate for typical household $3.2 per 1,000 gallons Electrical and Gas services Wisconsin Public Service (WPS), a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, Inc. (NYSE: WEC), is an electric and natural gas utility headquartered in Green Bay. WPS serves approximately 450,000 electric customers and approximately 330,000 natural gas customers in residential, agricultural, industrial and commercial markets, as well as wholesale customers. The company’s 12,000 square mile service area includes North- eastern and Central Wisconsin, as well as an adjacent portion of Upper Michigan.

Electrical Power WPS owns and operates the J.P. Pulliam Power Plant in Green Bay as well as the Weston Power Plant near Wausau, and Fox Energy Center in Kaukauna. Electric generating capacity based on summer capacity ratings is 2,517 megawatts, including the utility’s share of jointly owned facilities. They own 21,700 miles of electric distribution lines and are directly interconnected with other regional electric utilities including Alliant Energy, Wisconsin Electric Power Company and Xcel Energy. American Transmission Co. (ATC) also owns and operates transmission lines in Brown County. ATC’s transmission system allows energy producers to transport electric power from where it’s generated to where it’s needed.

Rate Comparison for Industrial 2016 WPS Generation Customers October 2016, Cents per kilowatt hours by Unit Source MISO Market Purchases represent energy purchases WPS 5.68¢ made from the wholesale market managed by the Wisconsin 7.54¢ Midwest Independent System Operator. East North Central 7.18¢ United States 6.72¢ Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration

Coal 35.2% Gas Service Natural Gas 26.2% WPS’s 7,950 miles of natural gas piping supplies gas for home heating, Hydro 3.2% decorative fireplaces, water heating and commercial & industrial uses. Other 7.3% WPS purchases natural gas from suppliers in the southern United Renewables 7.1% Market Purchases States as well as Canada, and stores gas for winter use in a storage fa- (MISO) 21.1% cility in Michigan. When needed, the natural gas is transported to WPS and its customers by the ANR and Guardian Pipeline Companies.

2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 25 Healthcare Quality care from top hospitals With four hospitals, Brown County serves as a healthcare hub, serving all of the healthcare needs of the residents of Northeast Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Our medical facilities are some of the top medical centers in the nation, including two hospitals ranked in the top 100 nationally.

Brown County also offers a vast network of clinical services (including the Milo C. Huempfner VA Outpatient Clinic), outpatient programs, emergency care and support services to ensure the highest level of care for residents of all ages and needs.

Hospitals Surrounded by people who care Friendly, quality care for elderly residents is easy to find. Our commu- St. Vincent Hospital St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center nity offers resource and advocacy centers, hospice and in-home care, stvincenthospital.org stmgb.org nursing homes, assisted living and independent apartments for older adults. Recognition of diversity is also important in our senior care community with services for people of Hmong, Native American and Hispanic descent.

Insuring lives and ensuring jobs Aurora Baycare Medical Center Bellin Hospital The Green Bay area offers a wealth of insurance options, which aurorabaycare.com bellin.org not only provides benefits to employees and their families, but also contributes to the local economy by providing thousands of job opportunities. Humana and UnitedHealthcare are two major employers and providers in the health insurance industry, with large offices in our community.

26 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Wisconsin Tax Rates

Corporate Income Tax Base Net Income Flat rate 7.9% PARTNERSHIPS BUILD Economic development 3.0% for corporations with Surcharge at least $4 million in gross receipts. Minimum surcharge STRENGTH $25; maximum $9,800

Personal Income Tax MANY VOICES ADD Rate range 4.00% to 7.65% depending on marital status and income

Property Tax INSIGHT Base Real property and tangible personal property Exemptions Machinery and equipment used in manufacturing; manufacturing merchant and farm inventories; and computer hardware and software. Rates Statewide average effective rate is $21.09 per $1,000 of full value, except for Milwaukee County. The effective full value rate in Milwaukee County is $27.83 per Hospitals $1,000. Average rate for all cities is ® $24.44/$1.000 IN WISCONSIN, WE WORK TOGETHER TO SUCCEED. Sales and Use Tax Economic growth works best in an environment State rate 5.0% of open collaboration. That’s why the Wisconsin Exemptions Agricultural equipment, manufac- Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) relies turing equipment and consumables, on 600+ economic development, academic and pollution control equipment and industry partners throughout the state. These production fuel and electricity. partnerships build strength and add insight that Local county option 0.5% (Brown County does not helps WEDC create economic opportunity to assess a local sales tax) enhance the lives of those who live and work Combined rate range 5.0% to 6.75% here. Discover how WEDC can help businesses, communities and people thrive In Wisconsin, call 855-INWIBIZ or visit InWisconsin.com. Unemployment Compensation Taxable wage base $14,000 Rate range 0.27% - 12.0% for experienced employers New employers Small firms (<$500,000 payroll) 3.6%; Large firms (>$500,000 payroll) 4.10%; New construction 6.60% (all rates include solvency assessments)

Source: Forward Wisconsin 2015 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 27 Incentives

• Dairy Manufacturing Facility Investment Credits Manufacturing and Agriculture • Development Opportunity Zone Credits Credit • Economic Development Credits The State of Wisconsin provides an income tax incentive to • Engine Research Credits manufacturers to maximize their production in Wisconsin. Chief • Enterprise Zone Job Credits among them is the Manufacturing and Agriculture Credit which • Film Production Credits virtually eliminates the tax on income from manufacturing activity in • Food Processing Plant and Food Warehouse Investment Credits this state. • Jobs Tax Credits • Meat Processing Facility Investment Credits The credit is a percentage of “eligible qualified production activities • Relocation Tax Credits income. • Research Expenditure Credits • Research Facilities Credit Tax year 2016 = 7.5% (effective corporate tax rate: 0.4%) • Supplement to the Federal Historical Rehabilitation Credits • Woody Biomass Harvesting & Processing Equipment Credits The amount of credit not entirely offset against Wisconsin income or franchise taxes may be carried forward and credited against Wisconsin income or franchise taxes due for up to 15 years. Other Special Tax Incentives and Tax Treatment • Deduction for Corporate Dividends Received Property Tax Exemptions • Deduction for Job Creation • Machinery and Equipment used in Manufacturing • Exclusion for Long-Term Capital Gains • Manufacturing, Merchant and Farm Inventories • Postsecondary Education Credit • Computer Hardware and Software • Single Sales Factor Apportionment • Waste Treatment Facilities • Special Capital Gains Treatment for Wisconsin Small Businesses • Tax Increment Finance Districts Allowed for Cities, Villages and • Wisconsin law permits formation of Subchapter S Corporations Towns • Wisconsin law permits formation of limited liability companies (LLCs) Sales and Use Tax Exemptions • Alternative Energy used in Manufacturing • Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment Venture and Investment Capital • Angel Investment Credit • Manufacturers’ Materials • Early Stage Seed Investment Credit • Pollution Abatement, Waste Treatment & Recycling Equipment • Production Fuel and Electricity • Biotechnology and Manufacturing Research Other Incentives • Revolving Loan Fund programs in De Pere, Green Bay, Howard and Brown County Tax Credits • 26 TIF Districts with positive value increments in Brown County • Community Rehabilitation Program Credits Source: Forward Wisconsin 2015 • Dairy and Livestock Farm Investment Credits

28 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book Climate ClimateWhile Green Bay is often described as the frozen tundra, residents know that the overall climate While Green Bay is often described as the frozen tundra, residents know that the overall climate is more temperate with its variability and distinctive weather patterns across the seasons. Ex- tended periods of humid or subzero temperatures are uncommon due to the moderating effect of Lake Michigan. Wisconsinites are able to work through what others may consider inclement weather conditions. Only in the most severe cases does the weather impact business.

Temperature °F for 2016 Air Quality Source: National Weather Service Forecast Office 90 Weighted Annual Average MEAN HIGH 80 LOW Number of Days with Elevated Ozone Levels 70 Green Bay 1.0 60 Madison 0.03 50 Milwaukee 3.3 40 Chicago 6.2 30 Detroit 3.0 20 Indianapolis 1.3 10 Cleveland 3.5 0 Los Angeles 108.3 JAN FEB MAR APR MAYJUNE JULYAUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC Source: American Lung Association; State of the Air Report, 2017

Annual Average Rainfall Annual Average Wind Speed Elevation above Sea Level: 33.11 inches 8.5 mph 581 feet at Green Bay

Annual Average Snowfall Average Growing Season More than ½ of all Americans 60.31 inches 174 days live in areas with unhealthy levels of air pollution.

Percent of Populations Affected by Conditions

Green Bay Milwaukee Chicago Minneapolis Portland Pediatric Asthma 1.7 1.8 1.7 1.4 1.8 Adult Asthma 7.3 7.4 6.5 5.8 9.3 Cardiovascular Disease 5.3 5.0 5.9 4.7 5.2 Diabetes 6.0 5.7 7.3 5.4 7.5 Source: American Lung Association, State of the Air Report, 2017 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 29 Communities VILLAGE OF ALLOUEZ Located in the heart of the Green Bay Metropolitan Statistical Area, Allouez boasts South Huron Road. Located along Brown County’s eastern arterial connecting State a convenient location to many area amenities. Both businesses and residents enjoy Highway 54/57 and Interstate 43. Area includes a YMCA, Bellin College and Bellin quick access to major highways and airports, while still being able to take advantage Clinic and is in close proximity to the I-43 Business Park and Aurora Bay Care Hos- of the parks, trails, and recreational activities Allouez is known for. pital. Available land for retail/office/mixed-use development. Area is located within a Tax Incremental Finance District. Population: 2010: 13,975 2016: 13,896 % change: -0.56% Contact Andrew Vissers, Community Development Director, 920-468-5225. Type of Government: Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at villageofbellevue.org. Village board consisting of village president and six trustees, each with a three-year term; full-time village administrator. BROWN COUNTY Brown County encompasses a total land area of about 529 square miles of Northeast- Business Development Areas: ern Wisconsin, ranging from urban, active downtowns to quiet, suburban residential Allouez TID#1 covers land along Riverside Drive/HWY 57 and Webster Avenue, neighborhoods, to rural agricultural areas. Brown County provides a comprehen- making this area an excellent space for development and redevelopment projects. sive set of community services, including such amenities and economic drivers as Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at villageofallouez.com. a Library system, Park system, Neville Public Museum, Golf Course, Green Bay – Austin Straubel International Airport, and the Port of Green Bay, among many VILLAGE OF ASHWAUBENON other services. Brown County would like to invite you to visit our communities to Ashwaubenon encompasses 13 square miles between Green Bay, De Pere and the experience what we have to offer. west bank of the Fox River. Both businesses and residents have convenient access to major highways and airports, while enjoying the amenities of a progressive community. Population: 2010: 248,007 2016: 260,401 % Change: 4.9%

Ashwaubenon residents enjoy neighborhoods with tree-lined streets and neighborhood Type of Government: parks. A strong commercial and industrial sector provides access to jobs, services, and Elected County Executive and elected 26-member County Board amenities. Being the regional shopping and dining destination, the population doubles and sometimes triples on a daily basis as visitors, shoppers and commuting workers Business Parks: flock to the community’s many businesses and attractions. Brown County Research and Business Park, located just south of the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay on the northeast side of the City of Green Bay with Population: 2010: 16,963 2016: 17,274 % change: 1.8% convenient access to State Highway 54/57 and Interstate 43. Land available for development. Contact Chuck Lamine, Brown County Planning and Land Services Type of Government: Director at (920) 448-6480 or [email protected]. Village board consisting of village president and six trustees, each with a three-year term; full-time village manager. Green Bay - Austin Straubel International Airport, located on the west side of the Green Bay Metro Area with convenient access to State Highway 172 and Interstate Business Development Areas: 41. Land available for development may be viewed at: http://www.flygrb.com/ Ashwaubenon Business Center, Retail Center, Ashwaubenon Riverfront and Multi-Fam- available-property. Contact Tom Miller, Airport Director at (920) 498-4800 or ily Areas. Lots Available, contact Aaron Schuette, 920-593-4405. [email protected]. Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at ashwaubenon.com. Learn more about Brown County at co.brown.wi.us. VILLAGE OF BELLEVUE VILLAGE OF DENMARK A progressive community located within the Green Bay Metropolitan Area, the Village Denmark is a steadily growing, full service community characterized by its rural of Bellevue is a great place to grow your family, your business and enjoy a high quality charm, including areas of woodlands, farms, pastures, and rural subdivisions. The of life. The Village is a full-service municipality offering quality municipal services while diversity in the landscape, selection of quality building lots, excellent schools and maintaining combined local municipal tax and utility rates that are among the lowest well maintained local parks has attracted many people to this area. compared with the other incorporated communities in the Brown County area.

Bellevue is serviced by four major highways, and within 15 minutes of Green Bay Denmark is located less than15 miles southeast of Green Bay, just off I-43. More – Austin Straubel International Airport and the Port of Green Bay. Surrounded by than 2,000 residents enjoy life in this idyllic country setting a heartbeat away from rural landscapes, this progressive community maintains a small-town atmosphere, Door County. making it a great place to live, work and play. Population: 2010: 2,123 2016: 2,210 % change: 4.0% Population: 2010: 14,570 2016: 15,524 % change: 6.5%

Type of Government: Type of Government: Village board consisting of a village president with a three-year term and four trustees, Village board consisting of village president and six trustees, each with a two-year each with a two-year term; full-time village administrator. overlapping term; full-time village administrator.

High Growth Areas: Industrial Parks: Interchange of County Highway GV and State Highway 172. Location includes a Norse Business Park; I-43 West Industrial Park. Lots available, contact the Village mix of established national and local retail establishments including Costco, Target, at (920) 683-6400. Pick & Save, and Walgreens. High traffic volumes and available land for retail/office/ Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at denmark-wi.org. mixed-use development. Area is located within a Tax Incremental Finance District.

30 2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book CITY OF DE PERE Type of Government: The 24,000 people who call De Pere, Wisconsin home, know that the community Council-manager with a five-member elected board of trustees and a full-time provides an exceptional quality of life in the Greater Green Bay metropolitan area. The administrator. excellent schools, a bustling downtown, successful business parks and safe neighborhoods, served by over 400 acres of parks and green space, have resulted in considerable loyalty Business and Industrial Parks: and community pride. Visitor and residents find De Pere to be family friendly with a Centennial Centre at Hobart, Southeast Hobart Business Park, Golden Pond Court progressive attitude. Business Park, Orlando/Packerland Planned Development Districts, Mason Street Corridor/Pine Tree Road. Lots Available. Contact Aaron Kramer, Village Administrator, The residences, businesses and commercial areas are connected with a transportation at 920-869-3804. and green space network that accommodates cars, bikes and pedestrians. The beautiful Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at hobart-wi.org. Fox River is the focal point of the City Center, with the Claude Allouez Bridge uniting both sides of our dynamic downtown. Whether you are on the east side or west side, VILLAGE OF HOWARD historic buildings thoughtfully blend with new redevelopment to provide a mix of housing, The Village of Howard is contiguous to the City of Green Bay, the Village of Hobart, employment, shopping, dining and entertainment. and the Village of Suamico and abuts the bay of Green Bay with more than three miles of shoreline. Howard boasts one of the best school districts in Wisconsin and Population: 2010: 23,800 2016: 24,893 % change: 4.5% is also home to several corporate offices. Howard offers 11 parks, a municipal golf course, a recreation program and an active forestry department. Type of Government: Mayor-council-city administrator. The city administrator is the professional chief ad- Population: 2010; 17,399 2016: 19,410 % change: 11.5% ministrative officer for all city operations and is appointed by the common council. Type of Government: Business and Industrial Parks: Nine-member village board — with an eight-member elected board of trustees — West Business Park and East Industrial Park. Lots available, contact Director of and one elected president. Planning and Economic Development, 920-339-4043. Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at de-pere.org. Business and Industrial Parks: Business and Industrial Parks: Lancaster Creek Business Park, AMS Business Park, CITY OF GREEN BAY Howard Industrial Park, Brookfield Industrial Park, Mills Industrial Site (State Cer- The City of Green Bay is the flagship city and economic hub of the metropolitan tified). Lots available. Contact Dave Wiese, 920-434-4640. region. It continues to be an employment magnet, leveraging its substantial assets Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at www.villageofhoward.com. and significant competitive advantage in its strongest traded industry clusters: agriculture and food processing; paper, packaging, and printing; advanced manufacturing; TOWN OF LAWRENCE and transportation and logistics. As the first town in Brown County, Lawrence is located eight miles south of the City of Green Bay. A portion of the town is along the Fox River which flows into Green The City delivers ample opportunities for outdoor recreation through its seventy Bay. Interstate 41 runs directly through the heart of the community. parks and trails, including Bay Beach Amusement Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, the City Deck (an urban boardwalk along the Fox River), the Green Bay Botanical Garden, and The Town of Lawrence is a popular, quickly-growing community with a big appetite the Joannes Family and Resch Aquatic Centers. The City is also home to Lambeau for growth. With more than 10,000 acres and an approximate population of 4,709 Field, the Packers Hall of Fame, and Green Bay Bullfrogs Baseball. residents, there is more than enough space for everyone to enjoy.

The City hosts hundreds of cultural events, including those provided by local theatre Commercial developments have expanded in Lawrence in recent years. Proximity organizations and civic symphony, at the Meyer Theatre, the Weidner Center for the to the highway and a strong local work ethic make this a great community to locate Performing Arts, the ART Garage, and the KI Convention Center. your business.

Population: 2010: 104,057 2016: 105,139 % change: 1.0% Population: 2010: 4,284 2015: 5,709 % change: 16.1% *2016 population data not available yet Type of Government: Aldermanic consisting of 12 aldermen and a full-time elected mayor serves four- Type of Government: year terms. Town board consisting of five members with overlapping terms of two years each.

Business and Industrial Parks: Business Parks: I-43 Business Center and University Heights. Lots available, contact Kevin Vonck, Lawrence Business Park. Lots available, land is privately owned. Contact Bob Bartelt, 920-448-3395. 920-336-9131. Learn more about Green Bay at greenbaywi.gov. Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at townoflawrence.org. VILLAGE OF HOBART The Village of Hobart is situated on 33 square miles of wooded hillside and scenic terrain, bordering the west side of the City of Green Bay, De Pere and Ashwaubenon. Hobart showcases high quality residential neighborhoods with large lots, luxury multi-family complexes, and a rapidly growing commercial and industrial sector, providing diverse economic opportunities for developers.

Hobart’s residents represent the highest median income and highest median home value of all municipalities in Brown County, coupled with one of the lowest property tax rates. Additionally, the Village’s proximity to area highway systems, airports and the Port of Green Bay makes it an appealing destination for new businesses. With an abundance of land suited for development, Hobart is well positioned for continued growth.

Population: 2010: 6,182 2016: 8,599 % change: 39.1%

2017 Greater Green Bay Fact Book 31 a bay community that boasts more than 34 miles of waterfront shoreline. Scott is a TOWN OF LEDGEVIEW welcoming community with fine restaurants and eclectic retail shops. Surrounded in part by suburban communities and rural landscapes and located just south The short commute to downtown Green Bay, proximity to the University of Wis- of Green Bay and east of De Pere, Ledgeview offers its residents the atmosphere and consin-Green Bay, and access to the bay have all made the Town of Scott a popular lifestyle of a small town with the best amenities a suburban venue has to offer. In recent place to call home. years, Ledgeview has been recognized as a booming residential and business center. With more than 55 percent of Ledgeview’s residents holding college degrees or higher, this In business and industrial sectors, Scott has seen substantial growth in recent years. community has a highly qualified talent pool to draw from. At the same time, this small town with a population of just under 4,000 residents still maintains its community spirit and know-your-neighbor approach to living. Population: 2000: 6,555 2015: 7,431 % change: 13.4% *2016 population data not available yet Population: 2010: 3,545 2015: 3,604 % change: 1.7% *2016 population data not available yet Type of Government: Town board consisting of five members with overlapping terms of two years each. Type of Government: Town Board Chairman and four supervisors; Clerk/Treasurer; Deputy Clerk and Business Parks: Economic Development Coordinator. Ledgeview I-43 Business Park and Ledgeview Industrial Park (east of CTH PP/Broad- way). Lots available. Contact Sarah Burdette, 920.336.3360, ext. 108. Business and Industrial Parks: Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at ledgeviewwisconsin.com. Scott Industrial Park. Vacant commercial and industrial lots available west of the 54/57 interchange. Contact the Town of Scott at 920-936-9380. ONEIDA NATION Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at townofscott.com. Oneida Nation The Oneida Nation is a federally recognized Indian Tribe with approximately 17,114 VILLAGE OF SUAMICO Oneida citizens, 7,599 of those members are located in the Brown and Outagamie Suamico is a 36-square-mile municipality located in the northwest corner of Brown County. Their reservation was established in 1838 and covers nearly 65,400 acres. County, just five miles north of the City of Green Bay.

The General Tribal Council (GTC) is the governing body of the Oneida Nation. GTC With a current population of just more than 11,000, houses are now interspersed members elect and authorize the Oneida Business Committee to oversee Tribal between the woodlands, while cropland and pastures have given way to subdivisions operations. The Oneida Business Committee consists of a Chairperson, Vice Chair- and retail developments. person, Secretary, Treasurer, and five councilmembers, each elected to a consecutive three-year term. The Village also offers an abundance of outdoor recreational activities, fine dining, an entertaining nightlife and a number of distinct boutique shops. The Oneida Nation employs approximately 2,700 people and has 149 direct-service programs. Their purpose is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of tribal members Population: 2010: 11,346 2016: 12,588 % change: 10.9% while protecting tribal culture, revitalizing their language, and restoring the environment to improve the quality of life for the community as a whole. Type of Government: Village president and six village board trustees; full-time administrator. The Oneida Nation has rich traditions, culture and language that are incorporated into the very fabric of the nation. For nearly 200 years, Oneida members have lived Business and Industrial Parks: in Wisconsin and have built a community that is proud and dedicated to a good mind, Norfield Business Park, East Deerfield Business Park, Lineville Road Commercial a good heart, and a strong fire. Corridor, and Town Center Development. Lots available, some land is privately Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at oneida-nsn.gov. owned. Contact Steven Kubacki at 920.434.2212. Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at suamico.org. VILLAGE OF PULASKI Pulaski is located fewer than 18 miles northwest of downtown Green Bay, but just VILLAGE OF WRIGHTSTOWN minutes away from the many outdoor recreational opportunities of Wisconsin’s vaca- The Village of Wrightstown is a growing and prosperous community (pop. 3,3353) tionland. Hosting a large section of the Mountain-Bay Trail, Pulaski offers hikers, bikers in Brown and Outagamie Counties halfway between Green Bay and the Fox Valley. and outdoor-lovers miles of scenic trails that stretch through three counties. Pulaski’s A picturesque community located on the Fox River, at the junction of Plum Creek, commitment to activity is evidenced in the development of their “Field of Dreams” Wrightstown has the combination of small town character, affordability, and great which includes over $2 million in new and enhanced athletic fields and facilities. location. Wrightstown offers residential neighborhoods, located on both sides of the river, which provide friendly and affordable housing options. The Industrial Park Pulaski also boasts a clean and safe residential community with quality homes, excellent is located on the west side of the Village with excellent rail and transportation in- school systems, and a thriving local job market. Industrial and retail developments have frastructure, utility services, and easy access to the new I- 41 interchange. Growing provided a strong economic base for Pulaski’s citizens and surrounding area residents. commercial districts are located on both the east and west sides of the Fox River Downtown is undergoing positive redevelopments and residential construction is the with necessities for a thriving community. The Village also offers a growing job market highest it’s been in several years. Proximity to two airports, Green Bay – Austin Straubel with two flourishing TIF districts located near the I-41 corridor. International and Pulaski Private Airport, has helped to fuel this economic growth. Population: 2010: 2,827 2016: 3,353 % Change: 16.7% Population: 2010: 3,539 2016: 3,544 %change: 1.4% Type of Government: Type of Government: Village president and six village board trustees with two-year terms; full-time Village president and six village board trustees. administrator.

Business and Industrial Parks: Business and Industrial Parks: Pulaski Industrial Park and North Pulaski Business Park. Lots available. Contact Wrightstown Industrial Park. Lots available. Contact Travis Coenen, 920-532-5567, Kristen Fish, 715-581-4339. Ext. 13. Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at the villageofpulaski.org. Learn more about this Greater Green Bay community at vil.wrightstown.wi.us. TOWN OF SCOTT Located just a few minutes northeast of the City of Green Bay, the town of Scott is

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