Eau Claire’s growth has been on an upward trajectory everywhere it matters over the last ten years while unemployment has remained below the national average.
Source: Esri Community Analytics Software, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Wisconsin Department of Revenue, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (Compares 2023 vs. 2013)
Eau Claire is actively engaged in several economic development projects, each poised to drive growth and prosperity. From revitalizing our downtown districts to fostering innovation in emerging industries, these initiatives span various sectors and are fueled by collaboration between public and private stakeholders.
Sonnetag Events Center & Fieldhouse: Slated for completion in summer 2024, this state-of-the-art multifunctional facility will host diverse events and provide recreational amenities to the region.
Downtown Transit Center: This multi-use transportation hub will enhance connectivity and accessibility within the city and house three stories of apartments.
Cannery District: This dynamic mixed-use development project will revitalize former industrial spaces into a vibrant urban destination featuring residential, commercial, and recreational elements.
Follow our blog for the most recent updates on our division’s projects.
The division’s revamped website, brochures, and other marketing materials were redesigned to promote Eau Claire.
Estilo Salon in Eau Claire’s Water Street Historic District extends a can-do spirit to the City’s Commercial Building Façade Loan Program.
At the end of February, a few team members from our division traveled to Madison for a day-long discussion with legislators.
This interview with the Eau Claire Planning Division shares insight into how staff keeps development humming along.
In March 2023, Eau Claire and Altoona partnered for a Regional Housing Study aimed at examining housing market conditions.
Our Business Relations Coordinator shares her experience moving to Eau Claire and introduces the division’s new blog.
