Banker with a Beer - Mike Golat City of Altoona

<p><strong>This week’s beverage of choice:</strong> &nbsp;Palm Belgian Amber Ale</p> <p>We’re talking about the furnace of growth for the Chippewa Valley…Altoona! &nbsp;&nbsp;The 16 year City of Altoona administrator Mike Golat joins the program.</p> <p>1) We learn about Mike’s background, including his many years in Alaska</p> <p>2) Working with Mayor Pratt</p> <p>3) Has the reality of the present growth matched his vision (particularly River Prairie)</p> <p>4) What’s the next target, with River Prairie now “complete”. Including possible annexations.</p> <p>5) Growing pains, such as water restrictions</p> <p>6) What is the city’s current population (Altoona is fastest growing city in Wisconsin)</p> <p>7) Redeveloping Altoona’s downtown area</p> <p>8) Is Altoona the spot for that long desired convention center for the area</p> <p>9) His favorite hang outs in the Chippewa Valley</p> <p>More Episodes: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.echometownradio.com/northwesternbank">Banker with a Beer (echometownradio.com)</a></p>