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Madera arts leaders push phased downtown civic‑center plan, debate reuse versus new build
Summary
Board members and community volunteers discussed a multi‑phase arts‑led downtown revitalization that emphasizes small public art projects and adaptive reuse (old library, Lincoln Elementary, '209') as lower‑cost steps toward a longer‑term civic or performing‑arts center; concerns focused on ownership, long‑term costs and fundraising.
Chair presented a four‑phase plan to revitalize downtown Madera, saying the first phase will focus on policy work, an arts master plan, community partnerships and small public art projects to attract foot traffic. "Phase 1 was work on policies in the city and the county, create our art's master plan, establish community partnerships, and then our small scale public art projects," the chair said.
The board discussed Phase 2 (Courthouse Park, now home to a newly built amphitheater) and Phase 3 options to restore historic buildings, including the old library and a property known as '209.' The chair said the project team applied for a grant two…
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