West Carrollton is finalizing a long-term, strategic plan to revitalize its Olde Downtown corridor.
The study will provide a framework to boost jobs, business, the economy and traffic in the district while making the area a more attractive community gathering spot. Here are five issues to know about the proposal:
-It involves about 60 acres, much of it donated to the city by the owners of the Fraser Paper mill, which was demolished in a project that began in 2014.
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-Its scope spans Central Avenue from Elm Street to Miami Avenue. It includes recreation and commercial space, as well as community gathering sites, including a dog park.
-OHM Advisors of Columbus was hired by the city last year to develop the study for $62,500, records show, $50,000 from the Montgomery County Land Bank.
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-Three phases are included in the plan, ranging from up to five years, up to 10 years, and up to 20 years, according to the city.
-The plan is expected to go before West Carrollton City Council this spring.
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