What is the Main Street Approach to Downtown Revitalization?

There are four committees that create and implement annual work plans to carry out the goals of Gardiner Main Street based on the comprehensive strategy of the Main Street Four- Point Approach developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Main Street program. This comprehensive, long-term, incremental approach is tailored to local needs and opportunities in four broad areas. Please click on each to find out more about the committees.

Design: Enhancing the physical appearance of the commercial district by rehabilitating historic buildings, encouraging supportive new construction, developing sensitive design management systems, and long-term planning.
Organization: Building consensus and cooperation among the many groups and individuals who have a role in the revitalization process.
Promotion: Marketing the traditional commercial district's assets to customers, potential investors, new businesses, local citizens and visitors.
Economic Restructuring: Strengthening the district's existing economic base while finding ways to expand it to meet new opportunities -- and challenges from outlying development.


If you would like to learn more about the Main Street Philosophy, please click here.