The news of DowntownMedford.com http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/ Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:14:15 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-12/ Medford Urban Renewal Agency is moving forward with a schedule for the Evergreen Mixed Use Project (previously referred to as Bella Vita) in Downtown Medford. Contractor Interest Medford Urban Renewal Agency is preparing to extend a request for interest in the Evergreen Mixed Use Project. The site is located on the block bordered by Evergreen Way, 8th Street, Fir Street and Main Street. This request for interest will provide an opportunity for interested parties to come forward to discuss the projects possibilities. Based on interest in the project, the Agency will proceed with the Request for Proposal (RFP) process as required by the City Center Revitalization Plan. Developer-Ready Site The site is developer-ready with parking, access, Condominium Master Document (flexible for modification) and draft Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) in place. Site Vicinity Improvements The Agency is proceeding with further enhancements to the site vicinity, including sidewalk, street lights, street trees, fencing and surface area improvements on Fir Street and Eighth Street. Interim Use The Agency is considering its short term options while taking current market conditions into consideration. Agency Commitment Medford Urban Renewal Agency Board of Directors remains committed to the Evergreen Mixed Use Project and is moving forward with a schedule conducive to present conditions. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:59:04 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-11/ Businesses and residents around Theater Alley, in Downtown Medford, had expressed a desire for brighter lighting in the alley adjacent to the Craterian Theater. Valley Electrical Contractors stepped up and donated light fixtures and installed them in the garden area around the Rogue Gallery and Art Center. In addition to that, Medford Urban Renewal Agency, in partnership with the Theater, made it possible for existing lighting around the Theater, Alley and public parking area to remain on during evening and night time hours. Merchants facing the Alley have also made it a safer and more pleasant place by adding motion sensor lighting to their entrances. MURA offers a big thank you to Valley Electrical Contractors, Craterian Theater and Alley Merchants for their generosity and honorable citizenship! Wed, 16 Apr 2008 11:23:06 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-1/ Artists from Studio Sfumato have graciously agreed to display various art pieces, through the month of April 2007, on the third floor of City Hall between Human Resources and the Finance Department. Studio Sfumato is a program offered by Living Opportunities which sponsors individuals with developmental disabilities in the creation of canvas art. Sfumato artists work every day in the studio and they welcome your visits. Currently they are being housed at the Rogue Gallery and Art Center, 40 S. Bartlett Street. Call 541-772-8118 for hours. Beginning April 9th a collection of Pear Blossom posters will be displayed at the Medford Arts Commission Gallery, on the first floor of the Lausmann Annex, located behind City Hall. Wed, 04 Apr 2007 0:08:06 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-2/ Businesses and residents around Theater Alley, in Downtown Medford, had voiced concern over the dim lighting in the alley adjacent to the Craterian Theatre. Valley Electrical Contractors stepped up and donated light fixtures and installed them to light up the alley and the garden area around the Rogue Gallery and Art Center and, consequently, make it a safer place for Downtowners. A big thank you to Valley Electrical Contractors for their generosity and honorable citizenship! Mon, 27 Nov 2006 0:03:46 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-3/ Medfords new food co-op is scheduled to open in the historic building formerly known as Hubbards Ace Hardware. The Medford co-op will offer organic and locally grown food. the grocery store will feature a deli and will offer community cooking classes in the basement. If one is interested in supporting the Medford Market please call 541-951-6015 ir visit the website at www.medfordmarket.org. Information extracted from the Mail Tribune article by Meg Landers, on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Sun, 26 Nov 2006 23:48:05 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-4/ RCC and SOU held a demolition event on October 27, 2006 to knock down the walls for higher education in Medford. RCC and SOU Presidents Peter Angstadt and Mary Cullinan, SOU and RCC Foundation Board members, Medford Urban Renewal Agency Board and Staff members, members of the Chamber of MedfordJackson County and State Representatives all were in attendance to witness the swinging of sledge hammers to demolish the final remaining wall of the old Oak Merchant building, at the corner of 9th and Bartlett Streets, to make way for the new Medford Higher Education Center. Mon, 30 Oct 2006 0:10:44 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-5/ Downtown Medford stores will now stay open later, from 4-7pm on the First and Third Friday of each month. The first Friday of the month focuses on "Fashion, Furniture, & Food". The third Friday of the month is "All About Art". Visit the art galleries during 3rd Friday Art Walks. The galleries are open every third Firday from April through December from 4 to 7 p.m., art receptions include wine, appetizers, music, and meeting local artist who love to talk about (and sell) their art. Open galleries and shops include: Rogue Valley Art Gallery, AMBUS Contemporary Art, Art du Jour Gallery, Studio Sfumato, Urban Minx, Facets Jewelry, Hot Pots, Terra Firma Home, Papillon Rouge, Jolenes, The Boutique, and Yesterdays Blossoms. Take this opportunity to visit all of your favorite shops. Mon, 17 Apr 2006 0:07:06 http://www.downtownmedford.com/news/articles/article-6/ Advisory groups formed to broaden public participation in downtown revitalization process. Board appoints members for 3-year terms. Marketing Committee: Recommends policy and plans defining a market strategy for Downtown, including public relations, collective advertising and events coordination to carry out objectives of City Center Revitalization Plan and meets monthly at 5:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. One Vacancy. Application forms available in MURAs office, 45 South Holly Street, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday Through Friday. For more information call 774.2700. Wed, 11 Jan 2006 0:08:09