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HARBOR BUSINESS BUZZ (News release 5/1/10)

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REPORT: LAKE FRONT CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES

WINTHROP HARBOR DATA (by City-Data.com)

Pat DiPersio, Economic Development Coordinator, (847) 872-3846 ext. 255


Winthrop Harbor is at a unique time in its history when it comes to economic growth. Our Village is poised to welcome new business and development with favorable initiatives and an ideal climate for success.

Click to read the Zion-Benton News article!

LATEST NEWS!

 

Read the recent Zion-Benton News article for information about Winthrop Harbor's exciting economic development plans.

RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES

For retailers considering a new location in Northeast Lake County, Winthrop Harbor has a strong retail demand for furniture & home decor stores, automotive sales, specialty food stores and jewelry / luggage / leather stores.

The Retail Opportunities & Development flyer (right) provides additional information, as do the links above.

 Download our Retail flyer! [PDF]

TOURISM DEVELOPMENT

As home to the largest inland marina in the United States, Winthrop Harbor is destination to nearly one million visitors each year.

Exciting plans for development are underway, including hotel and restaurant sites on Lake Michigan, expansion of public transportation, and more! 

For a graphic depiction of areas planned for development, please view our Tourism Development Opportunities Flyer. (left)

 

STREETSCAPE PLANS

For a preview of plans to enhance and beautify the 7th Street corridor leading from downtown to Lake Michigan, view the Streetscape flyer here. (right)

These plans, together with a host of additional development for retail, residential and tourism initiatives, provide for an exciting future for Winthrop Harbor residents and visitors alike.

For additional information and details about Winthrop Harbor economic development, please visit each EDC section using the links at the top of this page.

We also invite you to contact Economic Development Coordinator, Pat DiPersio, for a personal review of your business and commercial property needs and requirements. Mr. Dipersio can be reached at 847-872-3846, ext. 255, or via e-mail at pdipersio@winthropharbor.com


Thank you for considering Winthrop Harbor. We look forward to having you visit our Village to learn more.

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