100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square News
100 Seneca Seeking Tenants
The Venango County Economic Development Authority (VCEDA), a group dedicated towards stimulating the creation and expansion of businesses within Venango County, has taken ownership of the former Oil City National Bank.
Originally constructed in 1926, the building, now known as 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square has is undergoing advanced restorations to turn it into a mixed-use facility and is seeking long -term business tenants.
Website promoting OC building up and running
A website and other online resources promoting 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square are up and running.
“The site highlights the former Oil City National Bank and Mellon Bank building’s past as it invites new businesses to view available spaces and take their own place in the building’s history,” a press release from the Venango County Economic Development Authority said.
Authority hears recommendation to rename Cornplanter Square
Venango County Economic Development Authority members heard from a marketing representative Tuesday who recommended a name change for Cornplanter Square in Oil City as part of a rebranding effort for the building.
Expert says painting ceiling in OC worth saving
The Venango County Economic Development Authority heard from a preservation expert Tuesday about restoration options for the painted ceiling on the first floor of the former Mellon Bank building in Oil City now known as 100 Seneca at Cornplanter Square.
David Riccio, a historic preservation specialist with John Canning and Co., examined the fresco on the ceiling of the building in early March.
Venango County eyes new marketing strategy
The Venango County Economic Development Authority hopes to breathe new life into the Cornplanter Square project with a dedicated marketing strategy.
Brewery plans on hold at Cornplanter Square
Plans for a brewery on the first floor of the Cornplanter Square building in downtown Oil City have been put on hold.
Multimodal, Cornplanter Square plans moving forward
Two major revitalization projects for Oil City continue to move forward following action Tuesday by the Venango County commissioners.
Venango County Gets 1.5 Million Grant for Cornplanter Square Project
The Appalachian Regional Commission recently announced $44.4 million for 54 projects affecting coal-impacted communities in Appalachian states, including the $1.5 million grant for the Venango County Business Innovation Center planned for the Cornplanter Square Building in Oil City.
Work Continues on Cornplanter Square Building in Oil City; Roof Replacement up Next
Work continues to move forward on the Cornplanter Square Building, according to Emily Lewis, Director of the Venango County Economic Development Authority.
Cornplanter Square Project Nears the End of Demolition Phase
The repurposing of the old Mellon Bank at Cornplanter Square in Oil City is approaching a milestone with the near completion of the demolition phase.
Cornplanter Square work keeps moving ahead
Renovations to Oil City’s Cornplanter Square building, the former Mellon Bank building, are continuing with selective demolition and abatement completed on the first and second floors and now in progress on the third floor.