The Economic Alliance of Lewis County and the Centralia Downtown Association invite community members to join the next Revitalization Roundtable on Monday, June 29, at The Station Powered by Lewis County Coffee Co.
The Revitalization Roundtable series brings together residents, business owners, nonprofit organizations, community leaders and stakeholders to discuss opportunities, challenges and ideas that can help strengthen Centralia and the surrounding community, according to a news release from the Centralia Downtown Association.
The upcoming gathering will build on conversations from previous roundtables while providing updates on progress made and creating space for participants to help identify future priorities.
“Strong communities are built through collaboration and shared vision,” said Eric Sonnenberg, external relations manager for the Economic Alliance of Lewis County. “The Revitalization Roundtable provides an opportunity for community members to share ideas, learn from one another and help shape the future of Centralia. Meaningful progress happens when people come together around common goals, and we encourage everyone who is passionate about this community to join the conversation.”
The evening will include updates on efforts and ideas that have emerged from previous roundtable discussions, opportunities for attendees to provide feedback on future priorities, and a presentation related to the Thriving Main Street Corridor initiative and its potential impact on the community.
“One of the guiding principles behind this series has been that we are working with our community, not for our community,” said MacKenzie McGee, executive director of the Centralia Downtown Association. “The best ideas and the most lasting solutions come from the people who live, work, own businesses and invest here. The Revitalization Roundtable is about listening, learning and creating space for those voices to help guide the future of our community. We want people to leave feeling heard and knowing that their input matters.”
Whether attendees have participated in previous roundtables or are joining for the first time, organizers welcome all community members to take part in the discussion. The event is designed to foster open dialogue, encourage collaboration and help identify practical opportunities that can support a vibrant and resilient future for Centralia, according to the release.
The Revitalization Roundtable will take place on Monday, June 29, at The Station Powered by LC Coffee Co. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with the program beginning at 6 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early and support the host venue.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the evening.
For more information about the event and to RSVP, visit the Centralia Downtown Association Facebook page.
