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Willoughby Today
By the People, for the People
Willoughby Launches Campaign to Revitalize Downtown
City partners with Small Nation to boost historic business district
Published on Feb. 21, 2026
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The city of Willoughby, Ohio is launching a new campaign to promote and re-energize its historic downtown area. Mayor Robert Fiala says the city is working with Small Nation, an Ohio-based real estate developer that specializes in helping revitalize historic downtowns, to implement their initial recommendations. Community engagement meetings will be a key part of the process as the city looks to boost its central business district.
Why it matters
Willoughby's downtown has long been the heart of the community, but like many urban centers, it has faced challenges in recent decades as shopping and development has shifted away from traditional main streets. This new campaign aims to leverage Willoughby's historic assets and community spirit to breathe new life into the downtown area and support local businesses.
The details
According to Mayor Fiala, the city is currently reviewing Small Nation's initial recommendations and plans to hold community engagement meetings as part of the revitalization effort. Small Nation is an Ohio-based real estate developer that specializes in helping historic downtowns succeed by leveraging their unique character and community ties.
- Willoughby is currently amid launching the new downtown revitalization campaign.
The players
Robert Fiala
The mayor of Willoughby, Ohio.
Small Nation
An Ohio-based real estate developer that specializes in revitalizing historic downtown areas.
What they’re saying
“We're reviewing their initial recommendations now and we're looking forward to community engagement meetings that will be a key part of this process.”
— Robert Fiala, Mayor of Willoughby (Waurika News Journal)
What’s next
The city plans to hold community engagement meetings as part of the downtown revitalization campaign in the coming months.
The takeaway
Willoughby's historic downtown is a cherished community asset, and this new campaign aims to leverage the city's unique character and community spirit to support local businesses and breathe new life into the central business district.
