YOUNGSTOWN - Youngstown City Council is discussing a $3-million plan to redevelop the riverfront from Spring Commons Park to West Avenue downtown.

The project is funded through federal dollars administered by the Eastgate Regional Council of Governments and aims to transform the area into a destination for recreation, events and business growth.

Plans call for new concrete walking paths, a retention wall and upgraded boat docks for kayaking and fishing.

"There's going to be a retaining wall, put in to cut down on the erosion of the side walls so we can protect it and keep the walkway beautified and preserved going down," said Youngstown First Ward Councilmember Julius Oliver.

Oliver said the goal is to utilize the Mahoning River as an asset, making the riverfront more accessible while

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