WEDC Small Business Development Grant application
Summary
A long-boarded entrance at the old Metropolitan Building is coming back to life as the Lost Art Fiber and Textile Studio's main door — small change, real street-level impact downtown.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Costs for glass and hinge work were shared between the tenant and the building owner.
The new studio, its customers, and downtown foot traffic.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Landmarks Commission — October 7, 2026
A long-boarded entrance at the old Metropolitan Building is coming back to life as the Lost Art Fiber and Textile Studio's main door — small change, real street-level impact downtown.
City Council — October 6, 2026
The city wants $250,000 from the state to pour into its downtown storefront loan program, which has already helped 16 central-city businesses like North Pillar Brewing. No city match needed, but the competition is steep — only 8-10 grants out of about 78 applications.
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