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Wednesday, 03 September 2008 |
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Photo by Heather TresslerRick Vigilone, main street manager, member of the Ridgway Heritage Council who met last night updated the council about the growth within the business district.
By Heather Tressler
Record Staff Writer
At the Ridgway Heritage Council meeting last night, Main Street Manager Rick Vigilone reported on activity in the Ridgway business district.
Vigilone said Palumbo’s Family Meats is open for business, and he is working with the Aiello’s Cafe to complete the carwash projects. Vigilone said the North Broad Street car wash has recently become equipped with a touchless automatic stall.
The title three tree grants will be wrapping up in the fall, and the PMA building was sold. A business will use the building for its corporate headquarters, according to Viglione.
Michele Bogacki said the Architecture and Preservation Conference that was held over the weekend was a huge success and showcased the natural jewels of Ridgway.
Heritage Council President Bob Imhof informed council members of the recent riverfront project meeting that was held last Wednesday.
Imhof said Roy Mann presented the plan as it stands, and is looking for substantial feedback. Mann plans to have all of the feedback by the end of September so these ideas can be taken into consideration for a final draft by the end of October.
Imhof noted all of those who can fund this project where present and are taking an interest.
“This project is to bring people in, make them stay longer, and spend more money,” said Imhof.
Imhof noted that the riverfront project isn’t necessarily just for tourists, but is extremely beneficial to residents as well.
“If we don’t continue to bring in tourists, but we improve the quality of life, I will feel that I have done my job,” Imhof explained. |
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 09 September 2008 )
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