Business Expansion

August 2025 RCEDC Newsletter

Discover the latest economic development news happening in Racine County! Some features from this edition include details about applying for the third BizStarts Racine cohort, the second phase of the Microsoft data center project in Mount Pleasant, and more.

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Partnership Drives New Saputo Facility in Caledonia

Saputo Cheese USA Inc., one of the largest dairy processors in the world, has expanded its footprint in Wisconsin with the opening of a new 311,000-square-foot cold storage and distribution facility in Caledonia Corporate Park. The $59 million investment will create 160 new jobs over the next three years, strengthening Saputo’s operations in the Midwest. Earlier this summer, RCEDC joined Saputo leadership, project partners, and community leaders for a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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Southeast Wisconsin’s Water Advantage: A Key Factor in Site Selection

Water plays a vital role in site selection, especially for industries that depend on it for manufacturing, cooling, cleaning, or agriculture. In the article “Water Resources: Water & Site Selection” by Business Facilities, water access is identified as a key driver of economic development. In Southeast Wisconsin, this essential resource isn’t just plentiful and high quality—it’s a strategic advantage for businesses planning long-term growth.

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June 2025 Development Newsletter

Located along I-94, in the fast-growing corridor between Chicago and Milwaukee, Racine County is the ideal place to live, work and do business. Check out the latest development insights, news, and resources in this edition of the RCEDC Development Newsletter.

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April 2025 RCEDC Newsletter

Discover the latest economic development news happening in Racine County! Some features from this edition include RCEDC’s Annual Celebration registration information, the second BizStarts Racine cohort graduates, an introduction to the Continuous Improvement Roundtable, and more.

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March 2025 Development Newsletter

Located along I-94, in the fast-growing corridor between Chicago and Milwaukee, Racine County is the ideal place to live, work and do business. Check out the latest development insights, news, and resources in this edition of the RCEDC Development Newsletter.

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Continental Properties to Boost Housing in Mount Pleasant

Continental Properties is moving forward with plans for a 280-unit apartment complex in Mount Pleasant at 13117 Spring Street. The 16-acre site has been rezoned to accommodate multi-family housing, aligning with the Village’s growth strategy. This new development will provide much-needed housing as demand continues to outpace supply in the area.

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February 2025 RCEDC Newsletter

Discover the latest economic development news happening in Racine County! Some features from this edition include the second BizStarts Racine cohort information, details about the Racine County Housing Study, a save-the-date for RCEDC’s Annual Meeting, and more.

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