Main Street Approach to Downtown Revitalization

Design:
Encourage appropriate, high-quality design in the maintenance, renovation, and re-use of downtown buildings. Good design projects a positive image for downtown and capitalizes on downtown's unique character.

Organization:
Organize the downtown into a strong, cohesive unit that works together and speaks for the betterment of the area by building consensus and cooperation among the many groups and individuals who play a role in the revitalization program. Involved in the grant process to secure funds for priority projects.

Promotion:
Sponsor events in the central business district for the entire community (sales, concerts, fairs, etc.) to attract customers, potential invesotrs, businesses, local citizens and visitors. Advertise and promote a positive image of downtown (downtown logo, feature articles, etc.)

Economic Redevelopment:
Aim for full use and occupance of downtown. This approach will identify market needs and develop programs to meet those needs. Adapting buildings to new uses, developing upper-story space, and utilizing tax incentives for building rehabilitation are all economic redevelopment tools.