Who Benefits?

We all benefit from a revitalized downtown district... 

FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

Expanded business customer base

Expanded residential customer base

Improved public image and goodwill

Fulfillment of community reinvestment mandate

BUSINESSES OUTSIDE THE COMMERCIAL DISTRICT

Auto Dealers, Medical, Real Estate, Industry – Cross promotional opportunities exist with these partners.

Improved quality of life makes recruiting and retaining employees easier

Increased visitor traffic to the community

Additional amenities for employees & clients

Increased business through a healthier overall economy

More dollars circulate longer

Improved municipal services throughout the community

PROPERTY OWNERS

Direct financial interest

Stable or higher rents

Increased occupancy rates

Improved marketability of property

Higher property values

RESIDENTS

Local accessibility to goods and services

Opportunities for volunteerism and leadership development

Preservation of community for future generations

More employment opportunities

Stronger tax base to support other community aspects (schools, parks, etc.)

Improved quality of life opportunities in the community

REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS

Improved quality of life attracts investment in the community – residential, commercial, retail, etc.

Local accessibility to goods and services

Creates new jobs

Boosts residential/commercial property values

Makes the community a more lively and livable place.

MEDIA

More advertising dollars for the local media

More news generated – new jobs, generates new investments, and brings more money into the community – all newsworthy events.