APPLETON, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — Appleton Mayor Jake Woodford is expected to provide an update on a controversial project downtown.
Appleton’s Common Council will meet Wednesday night to discuss the relocation of the Trout Museum of Art.
Woodford is expected to give an update during the city’s common council meeting, but it’s unknown exactly what the update is.
The common council voted eight to seven in October to move forward with the relocation.
Ellen Kort Peace Park, located along the Fox River, has been a top pick since the idea came to light.
But the potential relocation to the park has caused a lot of controversy within the community.
“It’s interesting to say the least,” said Appleton resident Margret Mann. “My personal opinion is it shouldn’t have been on there in the first place because it was not a done deal. So, I think it’s perfectly acceptable for them to discuss areas that they’re looking at. However, if you go through all of the city’s comprehensive plans, sustainability plans, etc., there’s nothing that identifies this park as an area for redevelopment or building.”
Ellen Kort’s family says they’re trying to see the park developed to honor their mother.
A few months ago, the museum’s webpage had multiple references about moving to the park. It even included a map that was showing how the new museum would fit on the property.
But now, the webpage has removed all those references regarding the Peace Park. The site simply says “we continue the search.”
