WEDC investment to help fund reopening of the Heidel House
MADISON, WI. APRIL 28, 2021 – The City of Green Lake is receiving a $250,000 state grant to help renovate and reopen the Heidel House Hotel and Resort located in Green Lake.
The Community Development Investment (CDI) Grant from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) will support substantial redevelopment of the interior buildings to reopen the hotel and resort, which has been closed since May 2019.
“A vibrant downtown is crucial to a city’s overall economic health and its quality of life, which is why one of WEDC’s top priorities is to support communities throughout the state as they invest in improving their business districts,” said
“A vibrant downtown is crucial to a city’s overall economic health and its quality of life, which is why one of WEDC’s top priorities is to support communities throughout the state as they invest in improving their business districts,” Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes said in a statement. “This project will not only bring new jobs to the city but will also bring more visitors to enjoy the many amenities Green Lake has to offer.”
State Sen. Joan Ballweg, R-Markesan, whose district includes Green Lake, said the Heidel House has always been a magnet for the community. State Rep. Alex Dallman, R-Green Lake, said the grant is a testament to the tourism industry investing in the area.
Mike White purchased the spa, along with nine other properties in Green Lake. He plans to reopen the Evensong Spa in May 2021 to coincide with the reopening of the Heidel House resort. submitted photo
One of the investors behind the acquisition and restoration of the Heidel House property this summer closed today (Wednesday) on the purchase of 10 properties in Green Lake, including the Evensong Spa.
Through Carol Shores LLC and Evensong LLC, Mike White purchased the spa, along with nine other properties in Green Lake. He plans to reopen the Evensong Spa in May 2021 to coincide with the reopening of the Heidel House resort.