Forte Bank is expanding. Members of the staff and board of directors held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, April 29 at their newest location at 555 Wildwood Road, on the west side of West Bend.

Forte Bank President and CEO Tim Perman said it's exciting.

"Yeah, it's very exciting and we are proud to be in the West Bend market now. It's a great opportunity to expand the services that we provide in the banking industry to the citizens and businesses here in West Bend."

The new bank will have a smaller footprint than the traditional banks. It will meet the local demand with more one-on-one opportunities.

West Bend Mayor Joel Ongert spoke during the groundbreaking ceremony, and expressed his excitement with the location of the new bank.

"We are excited to have you here. This site has been empty, it seems like forever. When these plans came before our plan commission, we were so excited. It's going to be such a beautiful facility. We will support this location. Congratulations, welcome to West Bend."

The new Forte Bank location in West Bend will be located at 555 Wildwood Road.