Small Community Forum
September 24, 2026 | 7:30 am - 1:00 pm
Viking Bowl & Catering, 108 S Main St, Colfax, WI 54730
Join us in Colfax for the Small Community Forum.
Forum Agenda will be updated as session speakers are confirmed.
7:30 am Registration/coffee and rolls
8:00 am Welcome and Introductions
8:45 am Local Case Studies:
- Colfax Housing Development: Village partnership and use of TIF for infrastructure costs and affordable land
- Downtown Investment with the owners of The Blind Tiger
- Colfax Railroad Museum: Procurement grant for roof repair
9:45 am Community-Involved Employers: Impact on Community Development Spotlighting Anderson Bridges and Woods Run Sawmill, both of which have their Impact in the community through workforce and philanthropy. The discussion will include the benefits to both the employer and the community, as well as how they became involved.
10:30 am Rural Housing: Tools, Tactics, and Strategies
A panel discussion with State, County, and Local Leaders
- Jim Cleveland, Rural Development Specialist, Office of Rural Prosperity
- Rebecca Giroux, Community and Economic Development Officer, WHEDA
- TBA
11:00 am Roundtable Discussions: Local and area topics
Noon Wrap-up: Lunch with colleagues and resource leaders
Registration Information:
Attendee: $30.00 includes meals and handouts
Share your information with attendees and host a table! $75.00 Marketing table, includes 1 attendee registration. Discount registration for 2nd attendee
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