Downtown Okauchee Public Hearing Set

WAUKESHA COUNTY, WI – Public officials are continuing their path toward revitalizing Downtown Okauchee in Waukesha County and are planning a public hearing to roll out the latest proposals.

Members of the Waukesha County Department of Parks and Land Use and the Town of Oconomowoc are inviting the public to an open house to discuss the creation of a Downtown Okauchee Zoning District, and proposed amendments to the Waukesha County Shoreland and Floodland Protection Ordinance.

The hearing will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 22 between 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Oconomowoc Town Hall, located at W359 N6812 Brown Street, Oconomowoc.

“The cooperative planning effort provides a great opportunity to examine existing zoning codes and recommend adjustments to enhance the ability of downtown Okauchee to attract businesses and customers to a vibrant downtown area,” said Director of Parks and Land Use Dale Shaver.

Representatives from Waukesha County and the Town of Oconomowoc will be available to discuss the zoning district proposal and the ordinance amendments.

They will also gather input and comments from the public. Exhibits will be on display showing the recommendations of the advisory committee. The meeting will be an open-house format with no formal presentation.

Residents, business owners, town officials, lake district members, building contractors, developers, and others that would like to learn more or offer input regarding the proposed District are encouraged to attend this meeting and provide feedback.

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