This story reminds me of the need for a Main Street organization. The owner of the new leathershop went to the trouble to buy a very nice sign but can't light it because it doesn't mean historical guidelines. He and the building owner say they were not aware that downtown Ark City was an historical preservation district. A Main Street program would have fully informed them and told them about opportunities for grants for improvements, etc..
Winfield and Newkirk have thriving Main Street programs. Ark City has, arguably, the best downtown in terms of historical buildings and layout, and yet no group dedicated to its improvement.
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I know the Traveler isn't on main street but why don't YOU try to get one started if you feel the need for one. You are on the Chamber board after all that would be a good place to start.
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