Main Street Enid
Main Street became a part of Enid's community in 1994 when a group of business leaders formed into a group with the purpose of revitalizing the downtown area.
Like many communities the advent of strip malls and the progression of development away from the traditional downtown square left Enid's downtown lacking the luster it once had many years prior.
A board comprised of business owners and developers, city personnel and community planners and utility and industry representatives made up the first Main Street Enid Board of Directors.
Beginning with streetscapes and facade improvements, the group uncovered architectural treasures. Property owners quickly jumped on board as the enthusiasm of renovating the once bustling area began to grow.
Main Street Enid's efforts have paid off. The results include a revitalized downtown square that is once again pedestrian friendly. The area showcases the architectural history of the Enid community. Specialty shops, restaurants and professional offices fill the area. The business recruitment efforts of Main Street Enid have brought a unique business mix to downtown and the 2900 downtown employees can be seen shopping and dining in the district.
Main Street Enid is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote the quality of life in Enid by strengthening downtown as the center of the community through concentrated efforts in a four-point approach to revitalization. Those four points are promotion, design, economic restructuring and organization.
PROMOTION
Creating a positive image to attract shoppers, investors and visitors to downtown. Development of well-planned promotional and special event creates community excitement and involvement.
DESIGN
Enhancing the visual quality of Downtown. Attention is given to all elements in the environment including buildings, signs, storefronts, public improvements, and landscaping.
ECONOMIC RESTRUCTURING
Improving the economic appeal of downtown by strengthening existing assets and encouraging the redevelopment of vacant and underutilized space for retail, professional, entertainment and cultural uses.
ORGANIZATION
Building partnerships with diverse groups interested in downtown revitalization to ensure consistency and permit the emergence of effective management and advocacy.
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