The City of Fond du Lac is seeking public input on the design and programming of its downtown Riverfront District, and reinvestment opportunities for the North Main Street Corridor. Input from residents and visitors who work, live and shop in this area can be provided through two online surveys, available through February 28th:
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Downtown Riverfront: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FDL-Riverfront
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North Main Street: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FDL-MainSt
“The public’s input on these long-term plans is essential to ensure our community’s priorities and interests are represented,” said Dyann Benson, Community Development Director for the City of Fond du Lac. “As a City, we are always looking ahead, and are committed to providing enhancements that meet the current and future needs of our residents. While these projects will unfold over the next few decades, we are excited about the opportunities these projects present for our city.” The City of Fond du Lac and its contracted planning and design firm, MSA Professional Services, have been evaluating two important corridors: Fond du Lac River in the downtown area, from South Street to Johnson Street, and North Main Street, from Johnson Street to the entrance of Lakeside Park.
RIVERFRONT DISTRICT PLAN
The Riverfront District includes the east branch of the Fond du Lac River, specifically from South Street to the FIDO dog park. While the City has built a riverfront trail through downtown, this corridor is underutilized with limited amenities. Many communities are reinvesting along their rivers to improve quality of life, attract visitors and enhance the overall character of this natural amenity. The City of Fond du Lac realizes the importance and benefits its park and open space system has on the City’s quality of life and is committed to providing for the recreational needs of its current and future residents.
NORTH MAIN STREET CORRIDOR PLAN
The North Main Street Corridor is the area from Johnson Street to Scott Street, and has been identified in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan as an important corridor for the City to support reinvestment. This plan will provide a 20-year vision for the corridor, outlining actions and potential (re)development opportunities along the corridor. It will also provide guidance in reviewing development projects, as well as recommended actions and implementation strategies to enhance the corridor.
