The traditional/historical downtown district is a reflection of the community image, pride, prosperity, and level of investment.  These are important factors in retaining businesses and recruiting new business city-wide.  Historic downtown embodies the city's past and it's visual identity.  When considering a town/city for relocation, one of the first areas visited is the historical downtown district.  A healthy downtown is a deterrent against crime and increases property values city-wide.

Merchant/Property Owner Benefits:

• Stable and/or higher rents

• Increased Occupancy Rates

• Improved Marketability

• Increased Property Values

• Increased customer base

• Improved public Image and community pride

• Healthier City-Wide Business Climate

• Less Financial Risk

• Crime Control

• Increased visitor traffic to the community

• Increased City-Wide business from overall healthier economy

Resident Benefits:

• Local accessibility to goods and services

• Opportunities for volunteerism and leadership development

• Opportunities to participate in molding direction of community development

• Preservation of community and local history for future generations

• More employment opportunities

• Crime control

• Supports community projects, like school events and local athletic teams

• Supports locally owned 'Mom-Pop' businesses

• Improved quality of life

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