Why is Main Street important?
Main Street is a symbol of community economic health, local quality of life, pride and preserves community history (factors in industrial, commercial and professional recruitment). A vital Main Street retains and creates jobs, which also mean a stronger tax base, and a healthy Main Street core protects property values in surrounding residential neighborhoods. The traditional commercial district is an ideal location for independent businesses because it: · Keeps profits in town · Supports families with family-owned businesses · Supports local community projects · Provides an extremely stable economic foundation as opposed to a few large businesses with no ties to stay in the community A revitalized Main Street provides an important civic forum where members of the community gather for parades, special events and celebrations reinforcing a sense of community. Many Main Street districts become travel attractions by virtue of the character of the buildings, location, selection of unique bu
