Selma hosting public input on downtown redevelopment

Main Street Alabama is looking for public input to guide its next steps for downtown redevelopment projects in Selma.

The organization is bringing a five-member Resource Team to the city from Nov. 4-6. They will tour the town to conduct interviews and do research to identify opportunities for growth.

At the beginning of the team’s trip, they will host a “community visioning and asset mapping session” open to the public. Here’s what you need to know:

• What: Community Vision + Asset Mapping Session
• Where: George P. Evans Reception Hall | 2 Lawrence St, Selma, AL 36703
• When: Wednesday, Nov. 4 | 5-6:30PM
• More info

Downtown Selma redevelopment

Main Street Alabama’s team will work with the Selma Main Street program to design future projects for the heart of the city.

There will be a focus on four key areas including:

• Organization: Building local support through leadership, membership + fundraising
• Design: Enhancing signage, streetscape, public spaces + other visual elements
• Promotion: Considering how downtown can be marketed as a center of commercial + social engagement
• Economic vitality: Identifying ways to strengthen + expand the district’s economic base

After the trip to Selma, the Main Street Resource Team will provide the local Main Street organization with a specific list of recommendations spanning each category.

The full strategic plan will be delivered approximately six weeks after the Resource Team visit.