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Thinking of starting a business? Do you have an existing business that you need assistance in expanding or finding a new location? The Community Development staff is here to help!
The following overview of business resources highlight the most commonly requested services. If you do not find the information you are looking for, please contact us for a custom response to your business needs. For information on business or industrial park sites, visit the Business Parks page.
• Business Enhancement Grant Program - TIF District #7
Appleton's Common Council approved the creation of the Business Enhancement Grant for the businesses located in Tax Increment Financing District #7 (TIF District ), generally located along Memorial Drive between Calumet Street and State Highway 441. The purpose of the Business Enhancement Grant Program is to encourage investments and improvements to commercial properties that are readily visible to the public.
The following Program Guidelines provide the details of this fifty percent (50%) matching grant program for commercial properties, including a map of properties located in the TIF District. Matching grant funds are also available for professional architectural and engineering services. If you are located in this TIF District #7 and meet the eligibility criteria, complete the Business Enhancement Grant Application form and return to the Community Development Department.
• Business Planning Assistance (E-Seed Program)
The development of a business plan is the key tool to starting and expanding a successful business. The City of Appleton supports the E-Seed program, an entrepreneurship training program to assist in the business planning process. Free informational sessions are being offered in Fall 2011, Winter and Summer 2012. Click here to see an informational flyer with dates and times. A detailed description of the E-Seed program and the registration materials for the 10 session course can be viewed at the E-Seed website, hosted by Fox Valley Technical College or click here to view a informational flyer.
E-Seed Express is a 8-week course designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs to help develop management and planning tools for guiding and growing a small business. Click here to view the flyer or visit the Venture Center website for more information.
PRO-seed™ powered by E-Myth® is a blended learning experience combining online curriculum developed by E-Myth Worldwide, with one-to-one business coaching. Click here to view the flyer or visit www.venturecenterwi.biz for more information.
• Free Business Counseling for Calumet County Residents
The UW Green Bay Small Business Development Center, in partnership with Calumet County UW Extension and Economic Development will offer free one-on-one business counseling sessions for new and existing business owners in Calumet County. These sessions are offered on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Chuck Brys, Business Counselor with the Small Business Development Center, will be providing advice on business planning, financing, marketing and other business issues. Individual, confidential sessions will be held at the Calumet County Courthouse, 206 Court Street, Chilton, Room 014. An appointment is required and can be made by contacting Mary Kohrell at 920- 849-1450 ext. 3 or via e-mail at kohrell.mary@co.calumet.wi.us.
• Grant for Business Plan - Early Planning Grant Program
The Wisconsin Department of Commerce's Early Planning Grant Program (EPG) helps individuals interested in starting or expanding a business in one of the following industries by providing funding for professional consulting services for development of a comprehensive business plan:
- Automation
- Agriculture/Food Products
- Biotechnology
- Information Technology
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Paper/Forest Products
- Printing
- Tourism
- Childcare (Does NOT include in-home childcare)
For additional information on the program, visit the Wisconsin Department of Commerce website.
• Financing Programs
The City of Appleton does not provide any business financing (other than processing Industrial Revenue Bonds or Redevelopment Revenue Bonds described below). However, numerous state and federal programs are available to meet your business needs. For additional information on these financing programs, visit the Wisconsin Build Your Business site at http://www.wisconsin.gov/state/byb/index.html
• Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) or Redevelopment Revenue Bonds
The Revenue Bond Policy contains information about the policy and process for obtaining Industrial Revenue Bonds or Redevelopment Revenue Bonds through the City of Appleton. Visit the Wisconsin Department of Commerce website for additional details on Industrial Revenue Bonds.
• Economic Development Tax Credit
The City of Appleton is a member of the Northeast Wisconsin Regional Economic Partnership Technology Tax Credit Program. The Program provides income tax credits for high-tech business development. See the attached program description for more information on the program. NEWREP Technology Zone Tax Credit Program.
For more information visit the NEWREP website.
• Free Legal Counseling
The State Bar of Wisconsin will provide small and emerging businesses throughout Wisconsin up to two hours of counseling from a business lawyer at no cost. This service is provided by members of the Business Law Section of the State Bar of Wisconsin. For more information contact the State Bar of Wisconsin at (800) 728-7788 or visit them online at www.wisbar.org.
• Business Start-Up Guide
The Wisconsin Department of Commerce provides a detailed guide on starting a business in Wisconsin. Information on licensing, permits, financial program, taxes and more can be found in this guide. For additional assistance from the Wisconsin Department of Commerce at (800) 435-7287.
• Free Business Counseling
The SCORE Association (Service Corps of Retired Executives) is a free business counseling service. A partner of the Small Business Administration, the Fox Cities SCORE Chapter is located at the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce & Industry. To request a Fox Cities SCORE Counselor call (920) 734-7101.For information on the national SCORE Association visit www.score.org.
• Licenses & Permits
The City of Appleton does not require a general business license for every business. However, several types of businesses require city, state or national licenses or permits. For information on City licenses or permits contact the City Clerk's office at (920) 832-6443. If you are unsure of the zoning necessary for your business, contact us to speak with a planner.
| Contact: |
Monica Klaeser - Deputy Director of Community Development
Phone: 920-832-3943
Fax: 920-832-5994
Click here to email |
| Mailing Address: |
100 N. Appleton Street
Appleton, WI 54911
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Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm |
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