Port Washington is looking to redevelop the downtown fire and police department site. The city is expected to issue a request for proposals, due Aug. 29.

Now, he owns and operates the Schooner Pub, the iconic Port Washington bar at 114 N. Franklin St. in the downtown portion of the district.

He worked in restaurants in Port Washington, Downtown Milwaukee and Cedarburg before he and his wife, Ashley Heun, purchased Moonlight Tavern. "In 2024 we had an opportunity to take over this space.

Schwalbe spent several years working in finance before purchasing the Schooner Pub, the iconic Port Washington bar at 114 N. Franklin St. in the downtown portion of the district.