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Main Street Mt. Pleasant
Mar. 26, 2024 6:01 pm
Main Street Mount Pleasant is a nonprofit founded in 2002. The mission of Main Street Mount Pleasant is to stimulate economic development in Mt. Pleasant by encouraging cooperation and building leadership in the community.
They accomplish this mission by promoting downtown as an exciting place to live, shop, and invest, by improving the appearance of downtown, and by strengthening and expanding the economic base of downtown. Historic preservation and downtown vitality are key focus areas of the organization.
This volunteer based nonprofit organization commits to promoting community development and cultural uniqueness and to enhancing the health and atmosphere of the Mt. Pleasant square.
Main Street Mount Pleasant works through four core committees:
The Design Committee focuses on enhancing the appearance of downtown while maintaining its historic accuracy and authenticity.
The Promotion Committee promotes downtown as the unique “place to be” for shopping, eating, entertainment, and quality service.
The Organization Committee works to develop a strong cohesive organization with long-term financial viability.
The Economic Restructuring Committee’s mission focuses on strengthening downtown’s economy.
Director: Lisa Oetken
Phone: 319-385-1629
Address: 111 West Monroe Street Suite 203 Mount Pleasant, IA 52641