major upgrades to the city’s water treatment capabilities.“Two years ago, we were operating near capacity at our water plant, so we went through a $4 million expansion,” he says. This project increased the plant’s daily capacity from 3.4 million gallons to 5.4 million gallons and transitioned it from a 16hour operation to running 24/7 to ensure readiness. CREATING EXPERIENCES TO ATTRACT VISITORS Huron is capitalizing on its natural resources, central location, and community-driven initiatives to position itself as a destination for visitors seeking recreation and relaxation. Lasko explains how Huron has partnered with private businesses to provide recreational opportunities for visitors. “A lot of people staying at Cedar Point or coming in for sports activities are looking for things to do during their downtime,” he says. To meet this need, the city has welcomed private operators offering amenities such as kayak rentals, jet ski rentals, and scooter rentals. Beyond private partnerships, the city’s parks and recreation department draws people to Huron. Lasko says the department’s robust programming runs from late spring to early fall and includes events like art shows, concert series, and festivals. “It’s not just for Huron residents,” he says.“These events draw 180 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 01
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