Martinsville EDA invites public input on Lester 51 redevelopment Oct. 19

MARTINSVILLE — The Martinsville Economic Development Authority will host a public discussion Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, about the future of the former American of Martinsville Plant No. 10.

The City of Martinsville says the discussion will run from 6 to 8 p.m. at 51 Lester. The announcement invites residents to learn more about the property and share ideas about what could come next for the former industrial site.

The city notice does not publish an agenda, project timeline, attendance-registration requirement or specific redevelopment proposal. This is a public-input opportunity, not an announcement of a final project decision.

Residents can review the city notice and its linked project information before attending. The official announcement directs readers to Atlas Co. Studios for more information about the project.

Source: Reporting based on the City of Martinsville official news flash, checked Oct. 18, 2026. The city lists the date, 6–8 p.m. time and 51 Lester location; it does not provide additional agenda or attendance details. The accompanying image is an original detailed GetStarNews illustrative editorial graphic; it does not depict actual officials, attendees, buildings, trail conditions or current on-site conditions.