Supports local community projects. Provide an extremely stable economic foundation, as opposed to a few large businesses and chains with no ties to stay in the community. A vital downtown retains and creates jobs, which also means a stronger tax base. Long term revitalization establishes capable businesses that use public services and provide tax revenues for the community. A strong downtown helps reduce sprawl by concentrating retail in one area and uses community resources wisely, such as infrastructure, tax dollars and land.
Downtown provides a shopping alternative to national chains.
The rehabilitation of older downtown buildings supports local jobs. In new commercial construction the materials and labor often come from out of town. Many Main Street districts become tourist attractions by virtue of the character of buildings, locations, selection of unique businesses, and events held there. Copyright 1999 - The City of Greenville, Texas. All Rights Reserved.