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Downtown group seeks funding for fountain plaza and streetscape as part of broader revitalization push

3734658 · May 20, 2025
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Summary

Rolla Downtown Business Association outlined ongoing revitalization efforts, upcoming events and a planned Fountain Plaza project — an estimated $200k historic plaza and signage effort — and asked for community support and funding partners.

The Rolla Downtown Business Association (RDBA) updated the City Council on a multi‑year downtown revitalization effort and a proposed Fountain Plaza project that RDBA leaders say will anchor further streetscape improvements.

Alana Sowers, speaking for RDBA, described the association as a volunteer‑run 501(c)(6) focused on events, façade improvements and downtown marketing. “RDBA is a 501(c)(6) not‑for‑profit organization, and we’re completely fueled by volunteers,” Sowers said. She reviewed recent and planned downtown work: two 84‑space…

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