Holland’s future may depend on a strategic urban plan

With lakeshore municipalities growing and downtowns struggling, Holland is considering adoption of a strategic plan for future economic growth. The proposed plan includes street development, new boardwalks, and more.

According to excerpts from the story:

After poring over dozens of maps, descriptions and ideas for the future of Holland, Harold DeRoo had a simple question for Mayor Al McGeehan and Neighborhood and Community Services Director Phil Meyer.

"What's next?" DeRoo asked.

McGeehan turned the question back on DeRoo: What would the Eighth Street resident want to see changed downtown?

Read the complete story here:

Enjoy this story? Sign up for free solutions-based reporting in your inbox each week.