Harris and BMO have announced a definitive agreement for BMO to purchase Ozaukee Bank, a community bank with six full-service and two limited-service locations in the northern part of the greater Milwaukee area.

Additionally, Harris and BMO have announced a definitive agreement to purchase Merchants and Manufacturers. Also headquartered in the Milwaukee area, Merchants and Manufacturers operates 34 full-service and 11 limited-service locations in an area concentrated in Milwaukee, and extending into Green Bay to the north and LaCrosse to the west.

Ellen Costello, CEO of Harris Bankcorp, said: Harris, Ozaukee Bank and Merchants & Manufacturers share the same commitment to helping customers reach their goals by making smart financial decisions, and ensuring our communities prosper through active support as engaged corporate partners. We look forward to building on the foundations of these great banks to better serve customers, grow our business and enrich the communities we serve.