Two online pledge drives to raise funds for the Meiner Flats building recently concluded. Thanks to all of you who supported the drives with your generous pledges. The pledges can still be viewed at:
www.pledgebank.com/Over-the-Rhine AND
www.pledgebank.com/1500Vine
Through these efforts, we successfully raised a total of $4,960 on 45 pledges for the Meiner Flats fund. This money will be crucial in making the case that sufficient funding exists to preserve the building rather than opt to tear it down. Not only have your generous donations raised nearly $5,000 -- a not insubstantial sum -- they are also critical for their symbolic value as an indication to the City of Cincinnati that numerous concerned individuals would like to see the building saved. This power of this symbolism should not be underestimated.
To convert your pledge into an official donation, click on the "donate" link in the right-hand margin, or send a check made out to "OTR Foundation - Meiner Flats Fund" to:
Mike Morgan
Executive Director
Over-the-Rhine Foundation
1317 Main Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Thank you again for your contributions!
The imposing 5 storey "Meiner Flats" building in Cincinnati's historic Over-the-Rhine is in dire need of assistance to save it from impending demolition. Its removal would leave a gaping hole at the northern end of the neighborhood's central corridor, and diminish the character of this truly unique and cohesive historic district.
Current Demo Threat
Demolition contractors have been hired and the City could authorize demolition at any moment
Meiner Flats
About Me
- Danny Klingler
- I am an individual who is passionate about the preservation and revitalization of Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine neighborhood. I attended MIT's Master in City Planning program with the goal of returning to Cincinnati to work toward the preservation and revitalization of Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine. After graduating, I took a job for an economic development consulting firm in Austin, TX to gain experience and insight into the economic foundations of cities. I hope to return to Cincinnati soon to help Over-the-Rhine reach its potential as a vibrant, functioning, one-of-a-kind American community.
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