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Officials discuss Three-Star Grant, downtown signage and forming an Economic & Tourism Council
Summary
Work-session materials outlined downtown revitalization ideas tied to a Three-Star Grant, proposed welcome signage, no-cost re-branding assistance from TTU, and the possibility of creating an Economic & Tourism Council to promote local tourism.
City of Spencer’s work-session agenda included a package of downtown revitalization and tourism proposals intended to support economic development.
The agenda named a Three-Star Grant as a funding opportunity and suggested new welcome signage and a broader re-branding of the city. It noted re-branding assistance could be provided by "TTU" at no cost. The packet proposed creating an Economic & Tourism Council or board to coordinate promotion and marketing efforts and suggested hiring a person to promote tourism for Spencer and nearby Van Buren, with expenses for marketing materials and website development listed as possible budget items.
The agenda also recommended re-establishing the Parks/Recreation Board and encouraging beautification of private, commercial and public properties to support downtown improvements. No formal commitments or funding decisions were recorded during the session.
