Fairmont Seeks Community Input on Potential Downtown Improvements

The city of Fairmont is seeking input from residents on potential improvements to the downtown area.

The city is studying the options for potential infrastructure improvements within the 8 block downtown area bound by Blue Earth Ave, Park St, 4^th St and Main St.  Potential infrastructure projects may include updating the sidewalks, crosswalks, lighting, vegetation, street furnishings and possibly wayfinding and public art.  Additional future projects may consider traffic flow changes, mixed use housing infill and flexible shared open space.

An online survey is open through September 11^th.  The survey takes about 5 minutes to complete and can be found through the city of Fairmont’s website or Facebook page.

A community workshop and open house will be held September 10^th, from 4 to 7pm at the Southern Minnesota Educational Campus.  Feedback from the survey and open house will help guide the city’s Steering Committee as it develops the plan.  Cost estimate are expected in early October.