We Want YOUR Input: Help Shape the Future of Downtown Wood River!

Downtown Wood River is more than just a place—it’s the heart of our community. Whether you stroll the sidewalks daily, run a business here, or visit to shop and dine, your voice matters. We’re launching an exciting transformation strategy to guide the future of our historic downtown—and we need your input to make it a success.

Why Your Feedback Matters

Our goal is to build a thriving, walkable downtown that supports small businesses, preserves our historic charm, and becomes a place we’re all proud of. But no one knows Wood River better than YOU—our residents, business owners, and visitors.

By taking just a few minutes to complete our Downtown Survey, you’ll help us:

• Understand what’s working—and what’s not.

• Identify opportunities to improve and grow.

• Ensure our plans reflect the needs and hopes of our entire community.

👉 Take the Survey Now
It only takes a few minutes, but the impact will last for generations.

What Happens Next?

Your responses will directly inform our Downtown Transformation Strategy Workshop, taking place August 19–20, in collaboration with:

• Main Street America

• Illinois Main Street

• Wood River Business Alliance (WRBA)

We’ll be diving deep into the survey results, identifying actionable strategies, and shaping a shared vision for the future of Downtown Wood River.

Details on how to participate in the workshop will be announced soon—stay tuned!

Let’s Build Something Great—Together

Now is the time to be part of something bigger. Your ideas, your feedback, your passion—they’re all vital pieces of the puzzle.

💬 Please share the survey with friends, neighbors, and coworkers. The more voices we hear, the better the outcome will be.

Together, let’s create a downtown that reflects the best of who we are and where we’re going.