Along with downtown program approach, there are eight principles listed below that will guide us to ensure that the Macedon Partners Association is successful in its program goals.
- Comprehensive – A single project cannot revitalize a neighborhood business district. An on-going series of initiatives is vital to build community support and create lasting progress.
- Incremental – Small projects make a big difference. They demonstrate that “things are happening” on Main Street and hone the skills and confidence the program will need to tackle problems that are more complex.
- Self-Helping – Only local leadership can initiate long-term success by fostering and demonstrating community involvement and commitment to the revitalization effort.
- Public & Private Partnerships – Every local Main Street Program needs the support of both the public and private sectors. For an effective partnership, each must recognize the strengths and weaknesses of the other.
- Identify & Capitalize on Assets – Each neighborhood business district has a unique, existing set of assets that provide the solid foundation for a structured and successful main street initiative.
- Quality - From storefront design to promotional campaigns to special events, quality must be the main goal.
- Change - Changing community atitudes and habits is essential to bring about a commercial district rebirth. A carefully planned and executed Main Street Program will help shift public perceptions and practices to support and sustain the revitalization process.
- Action Oriented – Frequent, visible changes in the look and activities of the neighborhood business district will reinforce the perception of positive change. Small, but dramatic improvements early in the process will remind the community that the revitalization effort is truly under way.
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