Creating Opportunity.
Strengthening all of Janesville.
A coalition dedicated to promoting opportunity, community investment, and a stronger future for everyone in Janesville
About Us
Grow Janesville Responsibly is a coalition of community organizations, labor leaders, educators, local employers, civic groups, and residents committed to advancing policies that strengthen Janesville’s economy, improve our quality of life, and create opportunities for future generations.
We believe responsible growth means investing in the people, infrastructure, and opportunities that make Janesville a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
By bringing together diverse voices from across our community, we advocate for practical solutions that support jobs, neighborhood revitalization, business investment, and long-term prosperity for all residents.
Our Coalition Members
Blain’s Farm & Fleet
DeGarmo Plumbing
First Community Bank of Milton
Forward Janesville
Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce
IBEW Local 890
JP Cullen & Sons, Inc.
LYCON Inc.
Prent Corporation
LiUNA, Wisconsin Laborer’s District Council
Rock Road Companies, Inc.
SHINE Fusion
True North Title
Westphal & Company Inc.
Our Mission
Our coalition is organized around a simple belief: A strong community requires opportunity, responsible growth, and a shared commitment to the future. Grow Janesville Responsibly exists to enhance the opportunity and well-being of the Janesville area by advocating for policies that:
Create Family-Supporting Opportunities
Attract and retain good-paying jobs that strengthen quality of life and create opportunities for current and future generations.
Keep Janesville Affordable
Expand the tax base through responsible growth to help reduce the cost burden on residents and support community services.
Promote Responsible and Healthy Development
Encourage redevelopment of underutilized properties while protecting community health and minimizing long-term risks.
Ensure Transparency and Community Engagement
Foster open, transparent decision-making that gives residents a meaningful voice in the development process.
We believe growth and responsible stewardship go hand in hand. Janesville’s future depends on thoughtful leadership, strategic investment, and a commitment to creating opportunities for everyone.
Our Priorities
To keep Janesville working, we need opportunity now and in the future for our children and grandchildren. A Janesville where families, businesses, and future generations can live, work, and thrive in the community they call home.
Keep Janesville Working means creating more opportunities for residents to build successful careers, support and spend more time with their families, and live in a safe and healthy community.
By encouraging responsible growth and attracting new employers, we can ensure our children and grandchildren have access to high quality schools, good-paying jobs, and rewarding career paths right here in Janesville.
More Jobs Close to Home
When we enact policies that foster growth and investment, we create employment opportunities that allow our family and neighbors to work closer to home, so they can support their families, and build successful careers within the community they love to call home.
More local jobs mean shorter commutes and more time with family
Young adults can find career opportunities without leaving the area
A stronger job market benefits workers at all skill levels
Local employers help create a stable and resilient community through a strong and stable tax base
Investing in Our Children’s Future
We want future generations to have opportunities to succeed without having to look elsewhere for success and opportunity. That means good schools from kindergarten through high school. It means cost-effective, post high school training opportunities through apprenticeships and technical degree programs. And it means having exciting opportunities for college kids returning home to start their careers. A thriving community awaits if we invest now in our children’s future.
Our children deserve opportunities close to home
A growing economy attracts new employers and career paths
Strong communities provide choices for future generations
Growth today creates opportunity tomorrow
Keep our Community Healthy
Keeping Janesville working means keeping Janesville healthy. Responsible growth and economic development can and should go hand in hand. We want:
Strong environmental standards that protect our air, water, neighborhoods, and natural resources
Smart policies that hold developers accountable, ensure rigorous environmental oversight, and safeguard the health of our families and future generations
By balancing economic opportunity with responsible stewardship, we can create good jobs, strengthen our community, and ensure that Janesville remains a safe, healthy place for our children and grandchildren to live, learn, and thrive.
Advancing Janesville’s Long-Term Growth and Prosperity
Grow Janesville Responsibly is committed to fostering sustainable growth that strengthens the community, supports economic development, and enhances residents’ quality of life. By encouraging thoughtful redevelopment, investing in community assets, and maintaining transparent public engagement, the city can create opportunities that benefit current and future generations while positioning itself for long-term success. We will advocate for:
Meaningful community engagement and transparent decision-making processes
Encouraging responsible development to expand the local tax base to help make life more affordable for residents
Attracting new employers, private investment, and economic opportunities to position Janesville for sustained long-term growth and success