By Paige Gurgainers

The Webster Parish Convention and Visitors Commission (WPCVC) has set a date for two upcoming public forums to discuss the master plan for Miller Quarters Park – July 18 at 10 a.m. and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Community House in Minden.  

“We are very proud of the work the Louisiana Tech’s School of Design, Parish Line Architects and CARBO Landscape Architects have provided us concerning the development of Miller Quarters Park,” said Executive Director of WPCVC Serena Gray. “The listened intently to our vision and did their homework on our community as well as the resources that would be available to us.” 

Parish Line Architecture presented this plan in detail with the board last month. The plan included lawn and trails, an amphitheater, playground area, dog park, pavilion, water features, storage, restrooms, seating and three separate parking lots located at East Union, Gleason and Lee Street allowing access to the park from multiple directions.  

One major concern of some community members in the past included plans for the remaining structure on the location, previously owned by Joe Miller and the Inabnett family. According to the master plan presented, this structure could possibly be transformed into a museum that would commemorate the cultural history of the property.  

Commissioners and community leaders are encouraging the public to attend to hear an overview of the plan and hear input from the community of their wishes and/or concerns. 

“This project has always been a community effort and our upcoming forum will give us an opportunity to share the vision as well as receive feedback on our work thus far,” said Gray. “Everyone is invited to attend, and we look forward to a great turn out.”