Park Falls' mayor, Tara Tervort, reflected on the accomplishments of the recent past and is looking forward to next year.
She stated, "Park Falls has experienced significant change over the last few years, with many major projects reaching
completion in 2025. This past spring, Old Abe Memorial Park was completed, finalizing a redevelopment effort that began in early 2020. What was once a city block filled with vacant buildings and contaminated soil from an old gas station has now been
completely transformed. The city removed the structures, remediated the contamination, and sold a portion of the block to Forward Bank, which has since built a beautiful new commercial building on the corner. We also constructed a new parkway and developed a vibrant downtown central park featuring an outdoor performance stage, a concession building with public restrooms, and a renovated open-air pavilion. Working with our local veterans, the Old Abe Memorial eagle statue was also relocated to its new home in the park."
The mayor also mentioned the completion of the YMCA and medical center renovations, resurfacing of Highway 13, and the conversion of highway streetlights into LED fixtures.
In 2026, Tara stated the city will put together a comprehensive plan; the most recent plan dates back to 2010. She said, "This update is long overdue and will play an essential role in guiding future development. A current comprehensive plan not only strengthens our eligibility for federal and state grants but also provides important direction for developers seeking to invest in our community. As part of this effort, we will also develop a strategic plan for the former paper mill property. Both plans will require strong public input. We want to hear your thoughts, your hopes, and your vision for Park Falls. There will be multiple opportunities for you to participate in public meetings dedicated to this process. Whether your interests involve housing, lodging, retail, industry, recreation, or any other aspect of growth, your voice matters."
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