Welcome
to Sheboygan!
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to view development
opportunities currently available
Sheboygan. For
detailed information, contact the Office of Planning and
Development at 920-459-3377,
development@ci.sheboygan.wi.us.
The
City of Sheboygan is a thriving, progressive city that enjoys a
diverse population of 50,792 residents. Sheboygan is 15
square miles,
located in southeastern Wisconsin, adjacent to Lake
Michigan, and is 60 miles north of Milwaukee and 60 miles south
of Green Bay. Elevation is 635 feet.
The City is Sheboygan County's largest and Wisconsin's 13th
largest city. Moderate growth is attributed to a range of
new and existing housing options including waterfront condominiums
and affordable
single-family houses. A family-friendly lifestyle, great
schools, varied employment opportunities, and an assortment of
quality-of-life amenities make Sheboygan an excellent choice to
live, work, and play! Click here to view our
demographics.
 Sheboygan
was voted by Money Magazine as the "Most Liveable"
city six consecutive years and "Best Retirement Community" based
on recreation, cost of living and safety.
Sheboygan's amenities include: numerous parks and/or
joint-use facilities; quality housing at affordable prices; a
considerable amount of open/green space; lakeshore and
riverfront access including over two miles of public beaches;
abundant retail centers; a solid manufacturing base; and a wide
variety of social and cultural activities. Additionally,
Sheboygan's cost of living for 2007 was 22% lower than the U.S.
average.
Sheboygan boasts a high quality workforce with an excellent work
ethic. In 2007, Sheboygan's unemployment rate was 4.10% as
compared to the U.S. average of 4.60%. Additionally, job
growth is positive at .76%.
 Sheboygan
has one school district (Sheboygan
Area School District) consisting of four early childhood
centers, 16 elementary schools, four middle schools, two high
schools, one success academy and one alternative school.
Sheboygan is also home to the University of Wisconsin-Sheboygan,
nearby Lakeland College and Lakeshore Technical College.
In 2007, Morgan
Quinto Press ranked the Sheboygan metropolitan statistical area
as the 6th safest overall in the nation!
A 16 member
elected Common Council and Mayor govern the City. Current
officials include
Mayor Bob Ryan, City Attorney Stephen McLean and City
Clerk Susan Richards.
Click here to view a list of the Common Council members.
Sheboygan
has undergone significant re-development in the past 14
years. Beginning in 1994 with the Harbor
Centre Marina and continuing with the
South Pier Peninsula,
the stunning results represent the City's commitment to
progressive growth and economic development.
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