In the heart of Downtown Superior, a new community gem is set to shine: The Lot. This vibrant space, envisioned as a hub for music, arts, and community connection, is being brought to life largely through the efforts of Maura Granquist, Exodus Global buyer and her Leadership Superior Douglas County 2023-2024 team.

The Lot, located on the 1200 block of Banks Avenue, will serve as a versatile venue anchored by a newly built stage, surrounded by picnic tables, string lights, and vibrant planting containers. This new outdoor space is designed to host a variety of community events, including the popular Superior Downtown Farmer’s Market. It aims to foster community connection and support local businesses by drawing residents and visitors to the downtown area.

The project was initiated as part of a broader effort to expand outdoor community spaces, which were much needed in the area. Recognizing this need, Maura Granquist and her team set out to convert an underutilized city location into a dynamic space that would benefit the entire community. Their efforts were supported by the City of Superior, the Superior Business Improvement District, and numerous community sponsors and contributors.

Maura’s role in this project extended beyond mere oversight. She was deeply involved in every step of the process, from conceptualization to execution, ensuring that the space would meet the community’s needs. Her dedication to creating a space that encourages both community engagement and support for local businesses has been evident throughout the project.

Maura states, “I really enjoyed going through the Leadership Superior Douglas County Program. It gave me tools to grow professionally, and I learned a lot more about the community I’ve lived in my entire life. Completing  “The Lot”, a superior community space, as part of the LSDC program, was a very rewarding experience. It was fun for me to be able to use my training as a buyer to manage some of the purchased components for a project that would directly benefit our community. I am grateful to everyone that helped prepare the site, especially my project teammates I got to work alongside and my coworkers at Exodus Global who pitched in to help wherever needed. My hope is that this project will be a steppingstone to further revitalization in our community.“