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County presents conceptual plan to demolish downtown jail for future early‑learning center; commission asks for documentation and schedule
Summary
Franklin County presented a conceptual plan to demolish the 1969 downtown jail, grade the site to lawn as an interim condition, and later build a mixed-use project including an early‑learning center. Commissioners recommended a HABS-style documentation report and asked for clearer phasing details when the project returns for formal review.
Franklin County officials asked the Downtown Commission for feedback on a conceptual plan to demolish the 1969 Franklin County Downtown Jail and prepare the site for future redevelopment that would include a mixed-use building with an early-learning center.
Chris Long, deputy county administrator, and Steve Winters of DLZ described a phased approach: Phase 1 (abatement and demolition) is targeted for February 2026–February 2027; Phase 2 would rebuild the pavilion concourse and…
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