Downtown beautification takes time, dedication and funding

The Susquehanna River Valley is blessed to have a multitude of scenic downtowns, but beautification doesn’t just happen — it takes time, dedication and funding.

Jeff Siegler, the founder of the civic pride consulting firm, Revitalize or Die wrote, “Human beings crave spaces that feel alive, social and safe. A walkable street or lively plaza isn’t a luxury; it’s a basic human need.”