Village Will Host Open House to Review Walmart Proposal

The hopes to receive public input in regards to the development of a new Walmart that is to be located at the former U.S. Bowling Congress on 76th Street.

An open house will be held on April 7 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at in the multipurpose room. Walmart's proposal will be available to the public for review on April 6. Residents will be able to review the concept drawing and site plans to provide input to the developer and the Village at the open house.

The Village has not seen a proposal, however, they expect to see it in April.

"We have seen some of the smaller-scale concepts that Wal-Mart has implemented at other stores across the country, which often include a neighborhood look and feel that complements the surrounding area," said Village President John Hermes. "We have heard from our residents that they would like to see such a concept in Greendale.

“I look forward to receiving their proposal and listening to the feedback from our residents, as new development that adds to the value of our community is always a positive," Hermes said.  " The addition of a major retailer and grocery store would be a huge draw for our residents and the neighboring communities, and following the open house discussion we will determine the best course of action for the use of the site.”

Just yesterday the Village announced that construction will start on the TIF district of a new senior housing development on 70th and Grange Avenue, behind Southrdige Mall. As part the major redevelopment of the 76th Street corridor will be the second TIF district of the $52 million dollar redevelopment of Southridge Mall.