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The Main Street Approach
Program objectives
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Main Street Middlesex is an exciting new program for downtown revitalization taking place right now in Middlesex County, Ontario. The program is based on the Main Street Approach, which was developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in Washington, DC.
Program objectives include:
• Revitalization of historic downtown core areas
• Community capacity building
• Business development and job creation
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Why are we using the Main Street Approach?
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It is a proven, successful program
(with a focus on comprehensive downtown
revitalization)
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It builds on partnerships across County
(strengthening relations between stakeholders/groups to
ensure results)
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It empowers volunteers
(provides training and recognition, encourages
self-sufficiency)
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Where we started
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County-wide economic development strategic planning
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Committed municipalities visioning for their downtowns
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Main Street certification and resources
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Funding approval from all 3 levels of Government (County, Provincial and Federal)
Where we stand
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Learn more about what MSM can do for
your community!
The Main
Street Approach
What We Do and Why We Do It
Latest News
What's
Happening at Main Street Middlesex
MSM
Newsletter
Bi-Monthly Publication Detailing Main Street Middlesex
Activities
Media
Releases
Main Street Middlesex in the News
Available
Grants
For Downtown Revitalization
Available
Loans
For Local Business Support and Restoration
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