Main Street City
 Ohio Main Street Program |
Knox County is home to the Heritage Centre Association of Mount Vernon, a nationally accredited Ohio Main Street program.
Main Street programs were designed to revitalize historic commercial architecture in communities all over America, with this brings economic growth throughout the city.
There are four key areas all Ohio Main Street programs follow:.
- Organization: Building consensus and cooperation among public and private groups and individuals, and identifying sources of funding for revitalization activities
- Design: Enhancing the district's physical appearance through building rehabilitation, compatible new construction, public improvements, and design management systems
- Promotion: Marketing the commercial district through events and advertising to attract customers, potential investors, new businesses, residents, and visitors
- Economic Restructuring: Strengthening the district's economic base and creating new opportunities through careful analysis and appropriate mixed-use development.
Mount Vernon, Ohio is proud to be an Ohio Main Street program. We think you'll agree we are a city with purpose and prosperity.
