CARBONDALE, Ill. -- Carbondale officials have once again issued a call for name ideas for the upcoming events center.Ìý
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- Carbondale officials are asking for residents' help in naming a new ente…
The city first asked residents for ideas back in January. Officials say the city received many responses suggesting the names of individuals credited with having an impact on the music scene of the city. The city hopes, though, to find a name a bit more broad.Ìý
"Rather than naming this space after a specific individual, we are striving to broaden the scope of this venue name to be inclusive, diverse, and unifying," said the city .Ìý
The new call for ideas comes as the center gears up to break ground on Phase One of construction. This will bring the art stage to reality.Ìý
"We were humbled by the amazing response from our first call for naming suggestions of the Entertainment and Events Plaza and want to thank all of you who submitted your ideas and input!" the city said.Ìý
The city said it hopes to honor the individuals suggested will in a different way at the center.Ìý
Carbondale officials are now accepting suggestions via the website.Ìý
