Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What does "BID" mean?
A. BID stands for Business Improvement District, a small, geographical area limited to the four square blocks of Spooner's Historic Downtown. To learn more about Spooner's BID district, click here.

Q. When and where does the BID board meet?

A. The BID board meets the second Tuesday of every month at 8:00 AM at Spooner Market and Grill on Walnut Street in Spooner. All interested citizens are welcome at any time. Please join us!

Q. I'm a local business owner. Can I join BID?

A. Yes, and we thank you for your interest! As of February 2008, the BID Board is working to expand significantly the current BID boundaries in Spooner. You are invited to attend any monthly meeting to learn more or contact us. We also recommend you watch your mailbox and the Spooner Advocate for upcoming details as they become available.

Q. Can I renovate my historic building in Spooner?

A. Before renovating or remodeling your exisiting building, please read the Downtown Development Guidelines. These guidelines are endorsed by the BID Board of Directors, and they explain in easy-to-read language what the BID Board recommends for cleaning, maintaining, repairing, and upgrading your building's interior and exterior structures.

Q. I live in Spooner. Did my tax dollars pay for all the flower pots on Walnut and River Streets?

A. No. In fact, most downtown beautification efforts, including the flower pots, are paid for by the BID's budget, not the city's budget. The BID's budget is funded 100% by an additional property tax assessed on BID members (downtown business owners) only. For a complete list of Spooner's BID members, click here.

Q. Where can I find a list of properties and/or businesses for sale in Spooner?

A. Any real estate broker can help you find available properties. To find a local real estate agent, please visit http://chamber.spooneronline.com or visit the Washburn County Economic Development Web site and click "Properties Available."

To submit a question for the FAQ page,

put "BID FAQ" in the Subject line when you click here.