You may have heard about plans to build a ferris wheel on the roof of Center in the Square. While the idea has hit a bit of a hurdle, leaders say the project isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.

Del. Rasoul’s $600K downtown Roanoke study - which would have explored a Ferris wheel, the Berglund Center and the Science Museum - is not included in the state budget bill.

Delegate Sam Rasoul is hoping to answer questions about older structures in Roanoke. In a Facebook post made last week, Delegate Rasoul proposed to the Commonwealth a $600,000 study to analyze Downtown Roanoke’s redevelopment and build a “comprehensive plan” for the future.

Delegate Sam Rasoul is requesting $600,000 from the General Assembly to evaluate improvement ideas for Roanoke, including a Ferris wheel on Center in the Square. Rasoul emphasizes the importance of creative investment for Roanoke's redevelopment, focusing on feasibility and structural studies.

Public reaction has been mixed, but mostly positive. Regardless, it certainly has everyone talking. 10 News asked local delegate if he would request state money for the study needed.

If successful, the Ferris wheel could become a shining new star on Roanoke’s skyline and a fresh attraction to energize downtown.

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