Share Your Vision: Columbus Seeks Community Feedback on Memorial Stadium Revamp

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The City of Columbus has started a public engagement process to collect feedback on the future of Memorial Stadium, a multipurpose facility that has not been significantly updated since it opened over 70 years ago. The process began with an open house on May 23, 2024, at the Columbus Community Building, initiating a larger effort to refurbish the old stadium located in Pawnee Park.

At the open house, Columbus residents discussed their ideas for the stadium's renovation. The event attracted local citizens, including school representatives who use the facility regularly. City Parks and Recreation Director Betsy Eckhardt noted the constructive feedback received.

City Council President Rich Jablonski, Mayor Jim Bulkley, and Councilman Ron Schilling presented initial renovation plans from the Pawnee Park Master Plan. The city is moving forward with these plans and has issued a Request for Qualifications for Professional Services to hire a consultant for a detailed evaluation and preliminary design.

The event included interactive stations where participants could express their preferences for upgrades and discuss renovation ideas. This feedback will be important in shaping the future of Memorial Stadium. BVH Architecture has been chosen to provide the professional services needed for this project.