The first large-scale changes to Fountain Park will most likely be getting the go-ahead when the Sheboygan Common Council meets tonight.
Aside from the current water feature, it’s been nearly 60 years since Fountain Park has had a major renovation. The so-called “Ring Concept” was selected from three options after public input earlier this year.
The Original Fountain Park Fountain. Picture Courtesy of the Sheboygan County Historical Society
The original round pavilion was replaced in 1966 with the current band shell, but now a new amphitheater is planned to be just one of about a dozen features in the plan that includes a new fountain, food & drink garden, plaza, so-called “nodes”, one for art and play and another for picnics, and a central enclosed building, all surrounded by a market promenade. The war memorial is being retained with another also appearing in the new design.
The Current Fountain Park Bandshell After Construction in 1966. Photo Courtesy of the Sheboygan County Historical Society
The Fountain Park plan will be among dozens up for expected approval en-masse. Tonight’s meeting begins at 6 p.m. at City Hall.
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