Comments Received From Jeri Mainer, State Farm Insurance Agency in Millwood

        How does Millwood today compare to five years ago?

      Millwood HAS come a long LONG way in the time I have had my office here- (since 1995)  I am very proud of the progress we have made;   however,   we still do not have the type of “destination”  businesses here for people to make a special trip over to our neighborhood--   With a few exceptions,   we do not have a DRAW for people to come here to eat & “ refresh”   etc.          Perry & Garland both have nice eclectic  type restaurants,  (eateries)  &  lounges.

Strength/opportunity:

      One of our strengths is the RIVER running thru our town  (or North end).  And we have a deep historical value-  ( paper mill , homes,  and Railroad) 

Obstacles:     

Argonne is a main thoroughfare –  we have very little for people to STOP for.  It is still difficult to get into business coming from opposite directions ( no turn lanes).     Again, with a few exceptions, some of the buildings have absolutely NO restorations, updates since the early 1900.  They look tattered and old, not well maintained.