The Mariners Trail, connecting Manitowoc to Two Rivers, provides a scenic recreational corridor that attracts both residents and visitors seeking outdoor experiences. LOOKING AHEAD: A THREE-PRONGED VISION Manitowoc’s future strategy builds on current momentum while addressing persistent challenges. “Housing,” Tegen states emphatically when asked about top priorities. “The mayor has been saying that for the last two years. That’s priority number one. We need to make sure that we have the housing available for people to live here if they want to.” Business development remains equally critical. “Combined with that is just continued emphasis on the growth of our local businesses and the attraction of new businesses,” he adds.The city’s revolving loan fund targets startups and small businesses, while infrastructure investments prepare sites for larger employers. that draws thousands to Lake Michigan’s beaches. “That’s not something that had traditionally been looked at necessarily as an asset,” Tegen notes.“And now we’re really beginning to see that that’s where people want to be.” “We’ve also been able to establish an aquatic center for family use,” Tegen reports. “There’s a very nice baseball facility that was developed over the last decade that hosts some regional tournaments.” The city also upgraded tennis courts to tournament standards through partnerships with the high school. Connect Learn Grow We Offer: · Workforce Solutions · Educational Programs chambermanitowoccounty.org (920) 684-5575 Learn More: · Marketing Opportunities · Valuable Connections 12 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07
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