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Focus group discusses Wi‑Fi, landscaping, lighting and event logistics to boost downtown vitality

City of Effingham — Comprehensive Plan Focus Group (Downtown) · January 23, 2025
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Summary

Residents and business owners suggested free event Wi‑Fi, upgraded landscaping and planters, decorative gateway signage and better event shuttle logistics to make Effingham's downtown more attractive for residents and visitors.

Attendees at Effingham’s downtown focus meeting proposed several amenity and placemaking improvements to support a growing downtown and its events.

Participants suggested installing free or event‑mode Wi‑Fi in downtown to help vendors and improve card‑payment reliability and customer experience. Several business owners pressed for upgraded downtown furniture and regular landscaping…

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