Who is Responsible for Redevelopment?

March 5, 2026

2:30 - 4:00 pm

Zoom

 

Explore the reasons for and impacts of redevelopment. Most communities have blighted or underperforming commercial properties in their downtown or business districts. What triggers redevelopment? Why should economic developers proactively encourage redevelopment? How can redevelopment of one property impact the rest of the business district? Through case studies of real projects, will look at why properties should be redeveloped, and what kind of impact communities can measure to show the value of redevelopment. 

 

Moderator: 

  • Kristen Fish Peterson, CEcD, EDFP, Principal / CEO, Redevelopment Resources LLC
  • Dayna Sarver, Cheif Data Geek, Redevelopment Resources LLC

Speakers

  • Mason Becker, Economic Development Director, City of Whitewater
  • James Otterstein, Economic Development Manager, Rock County Economic Development Agency
  • Drew Pennington, AICP, President & CEO, Greater Beloit Economic Development Corporation
  • Ashley Sarver, AICP, Principal, StudioGWA

Who is Responsible for Redevelopment?

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  • Thursday Mar 05 2026, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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