Contact: April Harris
Phone:  (336) 373-4678

City Seeks Consulting Services for Cultural District Plan

GREENSBORO -- August 20, 2007 – The City of Greensboro is seeking proposals from qualified firms for consulting services to assist in a design and development plan for Greensboro’s Cultural District. This plan focuses on a 10-block area that includes a number of public cultural facilities and is a key location for future public and private investment.

Given existing facilities, activities and potential for new development, the City is interested in a plan for this area that melds previous planning efforts and creates a cohesive, economically viable district that functions more effectively and is appealing to Greensboro citizens, developers, business operators, and visitors.

The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and area map are attached. Proposals are due to the Executive Department by Friday, September 14, 2007.

The City of Greensboro works in partnership with the community to build an increased quality of life for all residents by fostering an environment where inclusion, diversity, and trust are valued. As the seventh largest employer in Greensboro, the City has a dedicated professional staff of 2,700 employees who maintain four core values of honesty, integrity, stewardship, and respect. The City of Greensboro is governed by a council-manager form of government where a mayor and eight council members act as the legislative body. For more information on the City of Greensboro, visit us online at www.greensboro-nc.gov.