The Build2Win Board would like to thank all the local merchants and individuals who donated to our second fundraising campaign. We’re delighted to say that all our raffle tickets are sold and the silent auction (ended) Nov. 25. Winners will be announced on Dec. 1, just in time for the holiday season.
The last workshop on Nov. 8 was to gather ideas from Carson City residents on the four blocks between Proctor and Spear, designated as Phase II in the Downtown Town Square project. It was proposed over two years ago to the Board of Supervisors by Mr. Steve Neighbors on behalf of the Hop and Mae Adams Foundation. Mr. Neighbors intends to consult with all stakeholdersin the physical design, but since those have not happened yet, Build2Win organized three workshops to gather public feedback. Some were attended by Mr. Metcalf, representing Mr. Neighbors.
Carson City residents’ feedback from these workshops will be summarized and presented to the Board of Supervisors and City planning staff as a counter proposal. These suggestions emphasize the project’s sustainability, profitability for the Foundation and have the full support of residents. We need a project fully supported by our residents and local businesses to avoid having a massive vacant structure 20 years from now, especially downtown.
Although the Nevada Legislature brings business to the downtown area every two years, we need the residents of Carson City to support our local merchants all year round. Bringing services enjoyed by the residents without undue demand on the surrounding infrastructure will build an engaged community. Isn’t that what we want for a City that we all call our home?
Build2Win is a 501 (c) (3) organization in its third year of operation. Our volunteers are unpaid and we rely on public support for our work. Everyone can help to build a better community and your voice matters. Stay involved. Stay engaged in this downtown project.
— Submitted by Bepsy Strasburg, Founder and Executive Officer, Build2Win.org
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