Locating New Mixed Use Development in order to further enhance the quality of life of Lake Mills residents and prepare for population growth over time, the City pursued redevelopment of the Community Gateway.
The superior access, visibility and large tracts of land available north and south of the I-94 interchange at STH 89 and along Tyranena Park Road continue to pique the interest of developers. The City planned for a mix of uses in redevelopment areas. New development promotes walking and biking; and links to other neighborhoods and downtown. Without the presence of a quality master plan, development will likely result in an abundance of isolated, car dependent, commercial strip projects. This type of development results in a great deal of wasted land, diminished roadway capacity, and an erosion of small town identity.
Community Gateway Redevelopment The “Community Gateway” at STH 89 and I-94 is a priority redevelopment area in Lake Mills. This intersection is the front door to Lake Mills for residents and visitors entering the community from I-94 or STH 89 from Waterloo. Within the TIF district (TID #4), the area has the potential to redevelop with a mix of high quality uses including sports-related specialty retail outfitters focused on: fishing, hunting, cycling, and water sports. Additional encouraged development includes hotel, conference/meeting and banquet facility, and office development. New residential development north of the I-94 interchange and on the northwest side of Rock Lake will provide additional demand for community retail and service uses such as a full-service grocery store, day care, fitness center and bank.
Two community gateway features and wayfinding signage are located at the intersection of STH 89 and Tyranena Park Rd. to indicate points of interest in the City. Streetscape enhancements should begin at this intersection as well leading people into downtown Lake Mills.
The superior access, visibility and large tracts of land available north and south of the I-94 interchange at STH 89 and along Tyranena Park Road continue to pique the interest of developers. The City planned for a mix of uses in redevelopment areas. New development promotes walking and biking; and links to other neighborhoods and downtown. Without the presence of a quality master plan, development will likely result in an abundance of isolated, car dependent, commercial strip projects. This type of development results in a great deal of wasted land, diminished roadway capacity, and an erosion of small town identity.
Community Gateway Redevelopment The “Community Gateway” at STH 89 and I-94 is a priority redevelopment area in Lake Mills. This intersection is the front door to Lake Mills for residents and visitors entering the community from I-94 or STH 89 from Waterloo. Within the TIF district (TID #4), the area has the potential to redevelop with a mix of high quality uses including sports-related specialty retail outfitters focused on: fishing, hunting, cycling, and water sports. Additional encouraged development includes hotel, conference/meeting and banquet facility, and office development. New residential development north of the I-94 interchange and on the northwest side of Rock Lake will provide additional demand for community retail and service uses such as a full-service grocery store, day care, fitness center and bank.
Two community gateway features and wayfinding signage are located at the intersection of STH 89 and Tyranena Park Rd. to indicate points of interest in the City. Streetscape enhancements should begin at this intersection as well leading people into downtown Lake Mills.
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