HomeMy WebLinkAboutA001 - Downtown Ames Guiding Vision Update
November 19, 2025
City of Ames
515 Clark Ave.
Ames, IA 50010
Re: Downtown Ames Guiding Vision Update
Mayor Haila and Members of the City Council,
On behalf of the Ames Main Street board of directors and members of the Guiding Vision
Implementation Taskforce, I want to provide a brief update on the Downtown Ames Guiding
Vision Plan and the progress being made in identifying both short- and long-term goals for
the district.
To date, the taskforce, has identified several priority projects that will help launch efforts to
see the guiding vision into reality while also strengthening the Downtown experience and
supporting continued growth. These include:
• Launching a Pilot Parklet Program
(for which a separate $10,000 outside funding request will be submitted to be
considered for the upcoming budget process for FY 26-27)
• Establishing a Shared Dumpster Program to improve efficiency and aesthetics within
the district
• Creating a Sip & Stroll District to enhance special events and visitor engagement
• Collaborating with Ames Parks & Recreation on the Tom Evans Plaza Refresh project
planned for 2026–27.
We respectfully request and would appreciate the opportunity to share a more detailed
update with the council in-person at your December 16th meeting.
Thank you for your continued support of Downtown Ames.
Onward!
Travis Toliver, IOM
Executive Director
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