In 2025, the Owl Parking Lot at 5th and H streets in downtown Grants Pass will undergo a major reconstruction to be converted into a joint parking lot and public plaza for community events.
The City of Grants Pass has launched a "Buy-a-Brick" fundraising campaign before construction begins.
For just $250, people wishing to add their personal touch to the Owl Plaza can purchase a brick with up to three lines of text engraved on a brass plaque and embedded in the brick. Civic groups and businesses headquartered in Josephine County are also eligible to purchase a paving brick.
The bricks will form part of the patio base of the Owl Plaza near the 5th and H Street sidewalks. Approximately 470 bricks are expected to be available for purchase.
Text is limited to three lines and 18 characters per line including spaces between words. For this campaign, the City is restricting the lines to names only, not slogans, quotes or phrases of any kind. The City reserves the right to refuse submitted text if it deems it inappropriate and will notify people to give them the option to edit the submission. Refunds will be issued if an appropriate compromise cannot be reached.
If you're interested in participating in the "Buy-a-Brick" campaign, go to Suite 202 of Grants Pass City Hall to fill out a paper form and make your payment. For more information, contact Dana Pearce at (541)-450-6014.
