Discover Downtown Shawnee is a new initiative to help residents and visitors explore and enjoy all the district has to offer. This project will create a coordinate system of signs to highlight civic and cultural attractions, and public parking – all while reflecting the unique character of Downtown Shawnee. The project is being funded by the Mid-America Regional Council’s (MARC) Planning Sustainable Places Program.
Over the coming months, the City of Shawnee will coordinate with Engrafik and community members to ensure the Discover Downtown Shawnee initiative works for the people who live, work, visit, and play in Downtown Shawnee. This will be the approach:
Our Process:
- Review traffic patterns, parking areas, sidewalks, and bike routes
- Identify important destinations to feature on signs
- Develop design ideas that match Shawnee’s style
- Create a long-term strategy for sign placement and content
Tentative Timeline:
- August 21, 2025: Kick-off Pop-Up at Moonlight Market
- September 2025: Advisory Committee Meeting
- October 2025: Project Assessment
- December 2025: Finalize Design Concepts
- January 2026: Preliminary Recommendations Presentation
- March 2026: Final Plan Approval
Your input will help decide the future of Downtown Shawnee.