MILFORD, Ohio — Tonight, Milford neighbors will get a first look at new development projects that will reshape the historic downtown area for the next generation.
City Manager Benjamin Gunderson will unveil the plans during the State of the City address on Thursday.
The free tickets to Gunderson's address have all been claimed, signaling a lot of community interest.
Renderings and plans shared by the City of Milford online include new restaurant spaces, retail shops and more places to live downtown. The proposed developments focus on the fountain area, the bank building and the riverfront corridor between Wooster Pike and the Little Miami River near Little Miami Brewing.
Get a closer look at the renderings released below:
City officials said the vision for these underutilized properties in the heart of the business district is to "turn Milford's greatest competitive advantage into a place people want to live, work and play."
The city is also expected to reveal the results of a recent parking survey. Many neighbors have expressed that there is not enough parking in the downtown area.
The State of the City address takes place Thursday, April 2, at 5:30 p.m. at the Little Miami Event Center. Registration was free, and the event has drawn a sold-out crowd.
If there is something you want to see in Milford or problems that are not being addressed, reach out to dedicated Clermont County reporter Sam Harasimowicz, who is always working to find solutions:
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