Strengths of Mequon
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City of Mequon Board of Economic Development and staff works with businesses considering a location or expansion in the region, drawing on a range of private and public financing options. The City has the relationships and know-how to connect businesses with venture resources, key stakeholders, and financing and incentive programs. Below is just a few of the City's strengths that are at your figure tips.
- Mequon currently has one of the lowest tax rates in Wisconsin. The City strives to give residents and business the most of each tax dollar.
- The City is home to a first-class education system from pre-kindergarten to post-graduate. The Mequon-Thiensville School District (MTSD) is a public K-12 learning institution that consistently ranked among the highest-performing school districts in the state of Wisconsin. On top of that, there are higher education options close to home, such as Concordia University and MATC.
- Mequon's location provides convenient access to transportation and ship through Mitchell International Airport, the Port of Milwaukee, and Interstate 43.
- Residents and businesses can enjoy a strong quality of life, including good healthcare, tourism, recreation, and open space amenities.
- High-quality fresh water is plentiful in Mequon. The City is east of the Great Lakes Watershed Divide. This location ensures that Mequon has access to Lake Michigan water and in turn frees up other water sources, such as groundwater, for industries that use large volumes of water.
