Vibrant downtowns retain and create jobs = stronger tax base Main Street is a good incubator for small businesses The traditional commercial district is an ideal location for independent businesses Many Main Street districts become tourist attractions Main Street is a symbol of economic health, local quality of life, pride and community history
National Trust for Historic Preservation Main Street Center $25.76 to $1 Average dollars generated for every dollar spent on local Main Street program
New Businesses Opened in Downtown Districts: 20
Net New Full-Time Equivalent Downtown Jobs: 48
New Businesses Opened in Downtown Districts: 20 Net New Full-Time Equivalent Downtown Jobs: 48 Public and Private Reinvestment Downtown: $16,392,261
New Businesses Opened in Downtown Districts: 20 Net New Full-Time Equivalent Downtown Jobs: 48 Public and Private Reinvestment Dollars Spent Downtown: $16,392,261 Volunteer Hours Donated: 9,670 = $164,390
New Businesses Opened in Downtown Districts: 99
Net New Full-Time Equivalent Jobs: 376
New Businesses Opened in Downtown Districts: 99 Net New Full-Time Equivalent Jobs: 376 Public and Private Reinvestment Dollars Spent Downtown Exceeds: $145 Million
New Businesses Opened in Downtown Districts: 99 Net New Full-Time Equivalent Jobs: 376 Public and Private Reinvestment Dollars Spent Downtown Exceeds: $145 Million Volunteer Hours: 40,193 = >$680,000