have the potential for other draws such as community functions, large corporate presentations, and more.
The projected price of building the proposed venue is $ 10.2 million to be paid off over 30 years. A bond payment of $ 560,000 annually will need to be made, which will be paid for by the CVB using innkeepers tax, a 5-percent tax on room and cabin rentals.
“ We believe that the proposed Maple Leaf venue holds great potential for positive economic impact on the community,” said Jane Ellis, Executive Director of the Brown County CVB.“ Not only will it help to enhance Brown County as a stronger regional draw and destination to visit; but in the end, our hopes are that it will make it a better place to live and work as well.”
Ellis who calls the proposed project a“ creative use of innkeepers tax,” is excited for what lies ahead.
“ We envision Maple Leaf as a hub of partnership and prosperity, fostering collaboration between community organizations, town and county government, and local residents who will reap the rewards,” said Ellis.“ Not only could it become a vibrant asset to our community now, but it also could serve as solid foundation for future generations to come.”
While planning the project has begun, there are still many steps moving forward that must happen for the proposed idea to become a reality. Approval must be gained by several town, county, and community organizations / commissions for the project to continue. If all goes well and the proposed concept gets the nod it needs, the venue could be up and running as soon as spring of 2019.
For updates on the proposed Maple Leaf Center, visit
< www. browncounty. com / mapleleaf >.
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HERESHOME continued from 51 of the history I remember. And I wanted it to be something that fit in Nashville.”
The biggest problem was water under the house. There was no basement or crawl. As was the custom at the time, the wooden floor joists lay atop piles of stone. So to get control over the water we tore up all the floors, dug out two feet of dirt, added french drains and rebuilt the foundation. The logs were sandblasted, the topmost logs leveled, and the interior slightly reconfigured.
Although she describes herself as a“ baby beginner” pastel artist, her landscapes betray her modesty. Shortly after coming to Nashville, she joined Art Alliance and now has a wall in noted painter Anabel Hopkins’ Fine Art Studio and Gallery, which is tucked behind Hoosier Artist Gallery. She loves the eclecticism of Nashville.“ What gets me the most is how humbly quiet somebody with the most amazing skills can be. Somebody could come work on your house, maybe pour cement, but they’ ve travelled around the world.” Lory has loved hearing stories about her family and encourages all those who knew them to stop by.”
“ I love living here. The quality of the art and music is phenomenal. And if I’ m not hugely successful as an artist, at least I’ ll be happy.” •
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