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the region. With the Experience Pillar, for example, the Alliance seeks to host fun events that draw people from the freeway and bring them downtown.

From debunking misconceptions about the safety of downtown to working with existing businesses on marketing strategies, the Alliance has big dreams for the future of downtown St. Cloud.

In addition to the work the Alliance is doing, Mehelich’s office helped several downtown businesses secure roughly $1.5 million in state funding through Main Street Economic Revitalization Program grants –ultimately leveraging $16 million in private investment for projects like business expansion and exterior improvements.

With a new look, a new plan, and some new hopes for the future, downtown is ready for its true test of success – community patronage. “We’ve all done a really good job,” Herrington said. “But we need the support of the area’s residents. We need to support the people making the effort. We need to start realizing that downtown is a necessity. And to do that, we have to do everything to support our locally owned businesses.”

It’s a place where innovators and renewable energy enthusiasts come together to harness the power of wind, advance sustainable practices, and elevate their impact on the world.

Park Progress

Area cities have park-specific initiatives on their dockets for 2023 and beyond.

Southside Park

Sauk Rapids

Southside and Lions Parks will see $500,000 in improvements to lighting, landscaping and seating in 2023 thanks to a state grant.

The city will seek state bonding for the Mayhew Creek Park Project, which would create a multipurpose recreational facility on 80 acres next to the high school.

Sartell

The newly re-opened pedestrian bridge serves as a public way to enjoy the Mississippi River through lookouts and fishing opportunities.

Waite Park

The city has secured funding through a state bonding bill to improve parking at The Ledge Amphitheater.

St. Cloud

In the 2022 election, St. Cloud residents passed a referendum funding improvements to St. Cloud parks. Improvements include:

• Maintenance to buildings, trails, and green spaces

• Initiatives for cleaner and safer parks

• Better access to parks and recreational facilities for all abilities

• New buildings and amenities that improve the enjoyment of existing parks

At W. Gohman, we have been creating environments where people work, play, and learn for more than 70 years. From renovation and historic rehabs to large and technically complex projects, our mission is the same: to create beautiful, functional gathering places that bring people together. Because it’s not just an office.

It’s our future.

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