June 1, 2023 3:35 a.m.
In the KQEN Business Spotlight:
Staff with the City of Reedsport have more information on the grant that has been received its Main Street Program.
Main Street Liaison Rosa Solano said they will receive $200,000 in matching funds for roofs, swings, awnings, electrical and plumbing improvements to seven commercial buildings in downtown Reedsport.
This was one of 27 matching grants worth $5 million for the Oregon Main Street Network organizations across the state. Funds were provided by Oregon Heritage, a division of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.
Solano said funded projects include:
*301 Fir Avenue: Property is currently occupied by the U.S. Post Office. The grant will assist with replacing its heating system
*302 Rainbow Plaza: This property is rumored to have occupied the first Ice House in Reedsport. The grant will assist with a roof replacement
*339 Fir Avenue: The historic Welcome Hotel has been restored to include ten renovated upstairs apartments and two street level commercial spaces. This property will be replacing the metal awning with the grant assistance
*417 Fir Avenue and 242 4th Street: Mindpower Gallery will be expanding its retail space and adding new services with the renovation within these two adjoining properties. With the grant assistance, they will be adding a new awning to the 4th Street property, as well as updating electrical and plumbing in the interior renovation of the two properties
*485 Greenwood Avenue: Formerly the Three Rivers Rebekah Lodge #240, this property was constructed in 1942. The grant will assist with their roof repair project
*489-495 Fir Avenue: Long known as the Old Bank Building, this property has housed a variety of businesses. This grant will assist with the roof replacement
*776 E Railroad Avenue: The Umpqua Industrial Supply Co. sits on the far west side of Reedsport’s Historic District. A roof replacement is being assisted by the grant funding.
Learn more about the Reedsport Main Street Program at: www.reedsportmainstreet.com