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Adams Street Parking Lot closure set for November 22

Beginning Friday, November 22, 2024, the Adams Street Parking Lot will close permanently due to an approved building development on the site.

By Green Bay Reporter | Nov 14, 2024

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Ray Nitschke Memorial Bridge in Green Bay closed for maintenance on November 21

The Green Bay Public Works Department has announced the temporary closure of the Ray Nitschke Memorial Bridge for maintenance.

By Green Bay Reporter | Nov 14, 2024

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Temporary closure of Donald A. Tilleman Bridge for maintenance

By Green Bay Reporter | Nov 11, 2024

The Green Bay Public Works Department, representing the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, has announced a temporary closure of the Donald A. Tilleman Bridge for its annual fall maintenance.

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USB media from Green Bay successfully delivered to Brown County

By Green Bay Reporter | Nov 6, 2024

At 2:30 am on November 6, 2024, Clerk Celestine Jeffreys delivered all USB media to the Brown County Clerk.

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Green Bay prepares for ballot counting following state regulations

By Green Bay Reporter | Nov 4, 2024

The City of Green Bay Clerk's office is preparing to count ballots for the November election.

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Green Bay celebrates completion of Shipyard project's first phase

By Green Bay Reporter | Oct 25, 2024

The City of Green Bay is set to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the completion of Phase 1 of its Shipyard project.

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Green Bay officials seek direct negotiations on Packers' Lambeau Field lease

By Green Bay Reporter | Oct 25, 2024

The ongoing lease discussions between the City of Green Bay and the Green Bay Packers have taken a new turn.

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Green Bay Conservation Corps organizes volunteer event for National Make a Difference Day

By Green Bay Reporter | Oct 18, 2024

The Green Bay Conservation Corps (GBCC) is organizing a volunteer event on Saturday, October 26, 2024, to mark National Make a Difference Day. This day is recognized as the largest national community service event and takes place annually on the fourth Saturday of October since its inception in 1992.

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Larsen Road reopens after bridge replacement

By Green Bay Reporter | Oct 10, 2024

Larsen Road has reopened to both vehicular and pedestrian traffic starting today, October 10, 2024. The road section between Lambeau and Taylor Streets is now accessible following the completion of the bridge replacement over Beaver Dam Creek, located just west of Taylor Street.

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Dousman Street closure announced for two weeks due to pavement repairs

By Green Bay Reporter | Oct 9, 2024

The Green Bay Public Works Department has announced a temporary closure of Dousman Street at the Woodlawn Avenue intersection. This closure is part of pavement repairs related to the ongoing reconstruction of Woodlawn Avenue. The work is scheduled to last for two weeks.

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Green Bay announces new enforcement measures for fall leaf collection

By Green Bay Reporter | Oct 8, 2024

The Green Bay Department of Public Works (DPW) is set to commence its curbside yard and garden waste collection starting Monday, October 14, 2024. Residents are being reminded that all yard waste must be placed on the terrace rather than in the street. This requirement aligns with compliance obligations under Green Bay's storm sewer permit issued by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Failure to adhere to these rules can lead to penalties for the City, including regulatory fines.

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Green Bay announces fall leaf collection schedule starting October

By Green Bay Reporter | Oct 3, 2024

The City of Green Bay's Department of Public Works is set to commence its fall curbside collection of loose leaves and garden waste on Monday, October 14, 2024. Residents are instructed to place their yard waste at the curb in separate piles—leaves and grass together, brush and branches together—and avoid mixing them. Bagged materials will not be collected.

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Green Bay announces short-term road closure for utility work

By Green Bay Reporter | Sep 26, 2024

The Green Bay Public Works Department has announced a temporary closure of Guns Road, north of Royal Crest Circle in the Village of Bellevue, and the Wal-Mart driveway. This closure is for utility work related to the JBS subdivision development and will begin on Monday, September 30, 2024. The closure is expected to last two days.

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Green Bay sets deadline for obtaining 2024 pet licenses

By Green Bay Reporter | Sep 19, 2024

As of September 27, the City of Green Bay will no longer sell 2024 dog or cat licenses. This measure allows the Clerk’s staff to reconcile the accounts and tags.

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Bay Beach hosts annual Walk for Wildlife fundraiser

By Green Bay Reporter | Sep 11, 2024

The 19th annual Walk for Wildlife will take place on September 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with all proceeds benefiting the wildlife rehabilitation program (R-PAWS). This year's mascot is Peaches, the Salmon-Crested Cockatoo.

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Larsen Road to close for railroad track repair on September 16

By Green Bay Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

Beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, September 16, 2024, the intersection of Larsen Road and Elgin Street will be closed for railroad track repair. This closure will remain in effect until Monday, September 23, 2024.

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Green Bay secures $916K federal grant for comprehensive road safety initiative

By Green Bay Reporter | Sep 9, 2024

The City of Green Bay has been awarded a $916,000 federal grant through the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) initiative. This funding will support the creation of a comprehensive safety action plan (CSAP) aimed at enhancing road safety and reducing serious injury and fatal crashes across the city.

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City officials to unveil City East Center in Green Bay

By Green Bay Reporter | Sep 6, 2024

Mayor Eric Genrich, White House Official Robert Gordon, and Brown County United Way CEO Robyn Davis will celebrate the opening of the City East Center and City East Apartments on September 10, 2024.

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South Ashland Avenue to close temporarily for track repairs

By Green Bay Reporter | Sep 3, 2024

The Green Bay Public Works Department has announced the temporary closure of South Ashland Avenue at the railroad tracks between Seymour Court and Clinton Street for track repairs. The closure will commence on Monday, September 9, 2024, and is expected to remain in effect until early morning on Monday, September 16, 2024.

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Larsen Road to close for railroad track repair

By Green Bay Reporter | Aug 30, 2024

Beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, Larsen Road will be closed at the railroad grade crossing east of Packerland Drive (County EB). This closure will remain in effect until Monday, September 9, 2024.