Sherwood is moving forward with plans to kickstart its long-term vision for Old Town Sherwood — the historic core of the city that features prominent focal points like city hall, the public library, an arts center and long-time businesses.
On May 19, the Sherwood City Council will vote on a resolution on whether to push forward with the Old Town Strategic Plan, a plan that’s been on the council’s goals for a long time, according to city officials.
“With its history, walkable charm and strong community identity, (Old Town Sherwood) has all the right ingredients for a vibrant town center,” according to the plan’s executive summary. “The Strategic Plan builds on this foundation with a bold, practical vision — one that respects Old Town’s character while creating new opportunities for business growth, housing and public life.”
City seeks new venue in front of arts center
One of the first things the city is looking at is finding an appropriate business for the vacant pad in front of the Sherwood Center for the Arts along Pine Street. A feasibility and conceptual design study on what type of business should occupy the site completed by the end of this year…