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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Antigo public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Opportunity Zone Application
Antigo could become a federal Opportunity Zone 2.0, letting private investors put capital gains money into vacant land and downtown storefronts with big tax breaks. The first version of the program bypassed rural areas almost entirely; the 2025 overhaul aims to change that. Applying is free, and the city can decline if selected.
Langlade County tourism growth and business support
Tourism in Langlade County has climbed for four straight years — the last two were record years — and the county ranks 10th of 72 in Wisconsin for tourism dollars. Local assets like the baseball diamonds, pickleball courts, and the Ice Age Trail are drawing visitors, and WEDC offers programs to help local businesses grow and attract new investment.