claremore main street rogers county historical society presentation - june 2015
TRANSCRIPT
For 25 years, Oklahoma’s Main Street program has been pumping new life back into the heart of communities across the state. Combining historic preservation and downtown revitalization efforts with powerful economic stimulation, Main Street restores the core assets of our communities and enhances the quality of life for our citizens.
Oklahoma Department of Commerce
Being a Main Street community means implementing a comprehensive economic revitalization effort with four key factors:
1. Organization 2. Economic Restructuring 3. Design 4. Promotions
$4.3 million invested in façade improvement projects
$1.8 million invested in other building projects, ranging from
upgrades to HVAC systems to new roofs to interior improvements.
$2.2 million invested in property purchases, allowing for an
increase in property values at a rate well above the national average.
$10.9 million in public/private investment
By the numbers…
17,768 volunteer hours logged in projects ranging from planning to
events to downtown improvements $326,363 (in-kind value)
14 units Upper-floor Housing increased from two residential units
to 14 units.
$100+ k in grant funding received over the past decade.
Demand for Rental Space at a premium with only 4 vacancies available in Downtown Claremore.
By the numbers…
Where Do Go From Here?
Where Do Go From Here? • Increase Retail Foot Traffic • Promote Destination Retail District • Second Floor Development
Downtown Restaurant RFP
Downtown Restaurant RFP
• RFP Issued: February 9, 2015
• Proposals Due: April 10, 2015
• Selection Committee made recommendation
to City of Claremore
• Approved by City Council in June
Jessica Jackson Begins July 20th, 2015
New Executive Director
