City of Green Bay Community & Economic Development

04/06/2026

An update for our followers:

We're consolidating our social media presence to better serve you! Beginning May 1st, all Community & Economic Development news, updates, and announcements will be shared on the City of Green Bay's main page.

👉 Follow us at facebook.com/GreenBayCity to stay connected and up to date on economic development initiatives, community programs, and all the great things happening in Green Bay.

Thank you for following this page—we look forward to continuing the conversation on our main city page!

03/31/2026

Good Neighbor Week Green Bay applications are open March 16 – May 1! Check out the post for more details and how to apply.

𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸? 🏡🤝

Good Neighbor Week Green Bay applications are open March 16 – May 1. If you (or someone you know) could use help with small projects that improve safety, accessibility, and peace of mind, we encourage you to apply.

Examples may include minor exterior repairs, basic yard cleanup, and maintenance tasks that can be hard to take on alone.

We give special consideration to neighbors who are:
• Older adults
• Veterans
• Living on modest incomes
• Facing health or financial barriers

📌 Now serving City of Green Bay Government, Village of Allouez, and City of De Pere.
🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/CWMNnG7gT29M2iim9

Not sure if you qualify? Apply anyway.
And if you know a neighbor who could benefit, please share this post so it reaches the right person.

02/18/2026

Hello Kennedy Park residents!

Kennedy Park Neighborhood Association is wanting to be active again and is looking for a few good people to help with the association. Have a say in what goes on in your neighborhood!

Please contact Toni Loch at [email protected] or 920-448-3350 if you’d like to learn more.

02/07/2026

We are posting to provide additional context and clarification following recent media coverage regarding a notice of ordinance violation issued to Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary.

We understand that in recent weeks Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary allowed unhoused individuals to remain overnight in its facility during this period of cold temperatures. We appreciate the humanitarian response of Safe Haven’s operators and have been in communication with them regarding the population they’ve been serving.

At the same time, the City’s Inspection Division has a responsibility to ensure that any facility providing overnight accommodation complies with applicable zoning, building safety, fire safety, and public health regulations. These requirements exist to protect the safety and well-being of all occupants—particularly during emergency conditions.

The Department received formal complaints regarding activities at the property that raised potential life-safety and public health concerns. In accordance with standard practice, Inspection Division staff are required to investigate credible complaints and apply applicable codes.

It is important to emphasize that the City’s actions are not intended to discourage compassion or community-based efforts to assist people in crisis. The City values and appreciates organizations and individuals who step forward to help those experiencing homelessness, especially during severe weather. The City also employs staff who work every day to find housing and improve the lives of our residents who experience homelessness.

We’ve spoken with a representative of Safe Haven and she indicated that they were able to place the individuals that were sleeping on site in hotel rooms. We will reach out to Safe Haven on Monday as this placement is only temporary and we will need to work together on a long-term solution.

The City recognizes the ongoing challenges related to homelessness, especially during these cold months. The City will continue to work closely with area partners to expand shelter capacity, improve coordination, and strengthen emergency response protocols during extreme weather events.

02/03/2026

‼️ REMINDER ‼️ This survey is still available- please share your input!

SURVEY AVAILABLE: https://forms.office.com/g/7by82wnYVB

The Community and Economic Development Department is preparing its 2026 Annual Action Plan to responsibly and equitably use federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the City of Green Bay. We are asking for your help to inform us about critical needs in the community so we can prioritize how we use this funding for many programs, services, and infrastructure improvements. 2026 funds will be released from HUD to the City of Green Bay sometime in September of 2026, the majority of these funds will be invested in projects for the 2027 calendar year. Your input in past surveys and public hearings has helped us prioritize the funding areas most important to you and our City such as building more affordable housing, investing in our parks, making our roads safer for pedestrians and bicyclists, and addressing homelessness. Thank you for participating, we value your input!

01/05/2026

The Community and Economic Development Department is sharing this important resource from the Department of Public Works. The 2026 DPW Information Guide includes details about waterway protection programs that support our community's sustainability goals and help maintain Green Bay's floodplain management standards. Visit greenbaywi.gov/609/Public-Works to view the full guide.

01/02/2026

SURVEY AVAILABLE: https://forms.office.com/g/7by82wnYVB

The Community and Economic Development Department is preparing its 2026 Annual Action Plan to responsibly and equitably use federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the City of Green Bay. We are asking for your help to inform us about critical needs in the community so we can prioritize how we use this funding for many programs, services, and infrastructure improvements. 2026 funds will be released from HUD to the City of Green Bay sometime in September of 2026, the majority of these funds will be invested in projects for the 2027 calendar year. Your input in past surveys and public hearings has helped us prioritize the funding areas most important to you and our City such as building more affordable housing, investing in our parks, making our roads safer for pedestrians and bicyclists, and addressing homelessness. Thank you for participating, we value your input!

12/16/2025

The heart and soul of our department is retiring! After 38.5 years with the City and 27.5 years with our Department, Lisa Berglin, our Administrative Operations Supervisor, is celebrating her last day today. While Lisa began her career at the City in our Parks Department, she has made a lasting impression on Community and Economic Development Department. She is our ultimate go-to person. She’s always there with a kind smile and a positive attitude. She will be greatly missed! Join us in wishing Lisa a GREAT last day and Happy Retirement!

12/03/2025

The City of Green Bay Community & Economic Development is hiring a Development Support Specialist to help move projects forward in Green Bay. This full-time role provides front-line support for our planning, economic development, inspections, housing, and redevelopment services through customer service, permitting assistance, board and commission coordination, and processing payments and other transactions. Hours are Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m., with no residency requirement and eligibility for the City’s wellness and Health/1265 program benefits. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy helping residents, businesses, and developers navigate City processes, we encourage you to apply starting today.

Learn more and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/greenbaywi/jobs/5159064/development-support-specialist

11/24/2025

Our department is participating in the National Railroad Museum’s Festival of Trees again this year! 🎄 The Festival of Trees started on November 20th and runs through January 4th. Stop by to see our tree showcasing our neighborhood associations and public art pieces throughout the city! 🏡🎨

10/30/2025

We love Halloween so much that we're dressing up early 👻

Reminder that Trick-or-Treating in Green Bay will take place tomorrow, October 31st, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. 🎃

10/30/2025

Short-Term Rental Code Changes: Public Hearing Scheduled

The City of Green Bay is considering changes to its short-term rental ordinance, and residents will have an opportunity to make their voices heard at an upcoming public hearing.

When to Participate:
The appropriate time for public comment will be at the Plan Commission meeting on Monday, November 17 at City Hall. This is the meeting where the short-term rental proposal will be on the agenda as an action item with a public hearing.​

While the STR topic will also be on the agenda at the Plan Commission meeting on November 3, this meetings will only feature the communication being referred to staff—the floor will not be open for public comment at this meeting.

Common Council will review Equal Rights Commission's recommendation on Tuesday, November 11, and there may be an opportunity for public comment at that time.

Background on the Proposed Changes:
The Equal Rights Commission recently endorsed recommendations to tighten short-term rental regulations in response to Green Bay's housing crisis. The number of short-term rentals in the city has jumped significantly from 120 in 2022 to over 430 in 2025.​

Key proposed changes include:​
- A 7-day minimum stay requirement (currently no minimum)
- A 180 consecutive day maximum rental period
- Increased permit fees from $500 initial/$250 renewal to $1,000 initial/$500 renewal
- A three-strikes policy for documented violations within 12 months

If approved by Common Council, the changes would take effect in July 2026.