Project Submissions
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The Spotted Turtle Trail including Wetland Restoration
We are in the midst of creating a 15-mile long regional trail system called the Spotted Turtle Trail to connect the parks and reserves along the Beaver Creek Wetlands corridor. This new Ohio Regional Trail will provide easy access to these locations. The intent is to dramatically increase enjoyment of the unique natural space, to inspire many new people with its beauty and diversity, to increase awareness, and appreciation for and support of this irreplaceable natural asset.
Champion City Sports & Wellness Center
A state-of-the-art 100,000 sq ft, air supported structure to be constructed in the core of downtown Springfield and built to house 8 competition basketball courts which converts to 16 volleyball courts for youth and amateur sports tournaments.
This project will continue to drive the revitalization of our downtown, spur tourism and economic impact at a 2 to 1 ROI, and create a Health & Wellness hub for Clark County which ranks 79th of the state's 88 counties for health outcomes.
American Veterans Lincoln Statue & Pavillion
The purpose of this memorial is to educate the nation on President Abraham Lincoln's signing into law to care for Civil War soldiers wounded in battle. And to tell the story of the American people's care for our nation's veterans. This will provide a place for reflection and healing, opportunities for educating students and future generations, and to create a national tourist destination point at the entrance of the forthcoming National VA History Center at the Dayton VA Medical Center.
Airshow Parking
We are looking to create a new parking lot. We've experienced flooded lots in past years which has significantly impacted our show as we've had to implement remote parking. Remote parking significantly increases our costs because we have to shuttle everyone. It also has a negative impact on the local economy because people are unable to attend the show and cannot spend time in the local community due to traffic delays.
Triumph of Flight Monument
The Triumph of Flight will be a national monument to flight and gateway to our area's aviation heritage. It will stand 270 high with a stainless-steel replica of the 1905 Wright Flyer III, the world’s first practical airplane, at its top. Its planned location is adjacent to the future National Park Service facilities in the original Wright brothers' aircraft manufacturing hangars at US Route 35 and Abbey Avenue.
The Longfellow Commons Community Auditorium Restoration Project
Longfellow Commons on Salem Ave. will provide modern, market rate senior housing in an historic school urban setting. This represents a $50+ million investment by non-profit owner, United Church Homes, 107 yr old/headquartered in Marion OH. The project has been awarded fed/state historic tax credits and will hold special appeal to the LBGTQ+ population, 55 and over. The neighborhood will have access to the "public" places of the campus including the 280 seat auditorium, which is the PDAC ask.
Grant Park Accessibility Improvements
To address safety and accessibility within the entire park, the master plan calls for two bridges that will allow for reliable year-round access. Currently, the main trails at Grant Park are accessed via an existing 160-foot bridge over Hole’s Creek. This bridge has reached its lifespan, and the plan calls for replacement with a new bridge that will be vehicle load rated and ADA accessible. The second bridge will also cross Hole’s Creek upstream along the same trail network.
National Veterans Affairs History Center (NVAHC)
SEC/VA has designated the Dayton VA Medical Center (DVAMC) as home for the NVAHC. Three buildings are required to house the "baseline" Center - two existing historic DVAMC facilities (buildings 120 and 126), and a new building to be constructed. Building 120, the Putnam Library, will house the Public Archives Research Center; building 126, the former warehouse, will be used for the Center's artifact storage and restoration; and, the newly constructed building will house the NVAHC Museum.
West Carrollton River District and Whitewater Park - Phase II
The project will construct roadway upgrades, utility relocation, bikeway and pedestrian improvements and a one-of-a-kind whitewater park with a competition wave surfing feature along the Great Miami River in West Carrollton. The project will anchor a $70+ million mixed-use development by Woodard Development. The project will attract local, regional and national whitewater enthusiasts, improve safety, use and access to the river, and be a catalyst for redevelopment in West Carrollton.
Great Miami River Recreation Connectivity Project
The Great Miami River Recreation Connectivity Project consists of multiple quality of life improvements including: removing the low head dam; restoring an oxbow for wildlife that was removed when the low head dam was installed; installing new multi-use recreational trail networks; and river access area for recreational paddlers that will connect the river and the Great Miami River Recreational Trail to Downtown Troy and Herrlinger Park located in Troy, Ohio.
Community of Well-Being Initiative
The Community of Well-Being Initiative represents the critical missing pieces of the data and the tools that will enable community leaders—civic visionaries, local government, funders, non-profit organizations, employers, educators and healthcare providers—to align their efforts to realize greater community well-being and economic vibrancy, so we can make Dayton a great place to live for everyone and return the region to the powerhouse it once was.
Montgomery County Jail Health Care Unit
The Montgomery County Board of County Commissioners is repurposing existing jail space to provide more detox, suicide prevention treatment, medical care and enhanced intake area. An alarming increase in inmates experiencing several medical/mental health conditions has resulted in significantly more hospital trips. The planned behavioral health unit will decrease the number of general beds and add 100 treatment beds, improving inmate outcomes and successful community reintegration.