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North Meadows redevelopment cost reimbursement

Appleton

Summary

The city is being asked to buy WISDOT land for the Ballard/Evergreen intersection as part of the Thrivent-backed North Meadows development, with the developer reimbursing 100% of costs. Critics say the pieces are too intertwined with the proposed TID 14, which they plan to challenge.

At a glance

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Last discussed Jul 6, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

$395,500 flows through the city's budget but is fully reimbursed by Thrivent.

✅Who benefits

The city gets discounted WISDOT land for public right-of-way without taxpayer cost; Thrivent's development proceeds.

⚠️Who could be affected

Opponents argue taxpayers could be left holding land for an intersection if the TID fails.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingJul 6, 2026approved

Finance Committee — July 6, 2026

The city is being asked to buy WISDOT land for the Ballard/Evergreen intersection as part of the Thrivent-backed North Meadows development, with the developer reimbursing 100% of costs. Critics say the pieces are too intertwined with the proposed TID 14, which they plan to challenge.

Related development

pending

North Meadows Investment LTD Cost Reimbursement Agreement, Amendment #2

The land becomes public right-of-way for turn lanes, bike and pedestrian facilities when Evergreen is extended; the deal is tied to the fate of TID 14.

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