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Council member proposes 'Schoolhouse Shops' and community uses for historic City Hall space
Summary
Councilmember Michelle Patton proposed using the historic front portion of the new City Hall (36600 Detroit Road) for community programs and periodic vendor events she termed "Schoolhouse Shops." Councilmember Scott Radcliffe supported resident-first uses and Mayor Jensen offered related facility tours.
Councilmember Michelle Patton outlined a proposal at the May 26 meeting to make the historic front portion of the new City Hall (36600 Detroit Road) available for community programming and temporary vendor events she described as "Schoolhouse Shops." She suggested restoring former classrooms, preserving hardwood floors and chalkboards, and partnering with Avon Schools and the Senior Center for reading programs and community uses.
Councilmember Scott Radcliffe expressed support for Patton's concept but said he preferred prioritizing resident use through the Recreation Department and the Senior Center before opening the space to vendor events. Mayor Bryan Jensen said staff would invite Council to tour the Jameson Homestead, the barn, and the proposed community garden area, and noted that restroom installation for the upper floor would require funding and would be brought to Council for consideration.
