Rockwood 2000

Future Project Ideas (hopes and dreams)

Do you have an idea about where Rockwood should go? Do any of these ideas spark some thoughts you have? Please feel free to send in new ideas for restoration or improvement in Rockwood.

1 . Implementation/acquisition of a Rockwood Welcome Station (In Progress)
2 . Significantly upgrade landscaping and repair of Gazebo in Homecoming Park

• flowers in pots downtown
• crepe myrtles throughout city
• permanent spots of beauty - pocket parks

3. Pursue a certified local government
4. Work closer with Rockwood City Council on goals
5. Restore Post Office - interior and exterior (ACCOMPLISHED!)
6. Support the Paddleboat initiative (ACCOMPLISHED)
7. Dedicate a Rockwood 2000 meeting place (ACCOMPLISHED)
8. Rockwood flags on each light pole on Gateway Avenue
9. Help pass a Blight Spot Ordinance
10. New City Signs at each end of Rockwood (ACCOMPLISHED)
11. Downtown Rockwood: restore the store fronts
12. Develop Kingston Avenue (old Dixie Highway) ambience
13. Help create Rockwood historical museums and parking for railroad, Civil War, and Mining
14. Memorial Sign for the Mining Tragedy in Rockwood
15. Upgrade the walking trails and finish the trail to Big Rock
16. Organize and hold a Thunder Road Festival in Rockwood (ACCOMPLISHED)