What is Main Street Medina?
When Main Street Medina was formed in 2007 by community leaders and stakeholders, our country would soon face the biggest national recession experienced in decades. With a 30% vacancy rate, little event programming, and not much foot traffic, the organization didn’t back down and walk away. We dug in, organized committees, drafted our first work plans, and started the slow and steady process of rebuilding the vibrancy of our beloved Square.
Main Street Medina’s Mission
To lead the effort for historic preservation, economic sustainability, and continued evolution of the District as the heart of the community.
The Vision
Be Ohio’s premier small-town destination.
When Main Street Medina was formed in 2007 by community leaders and stakeholders, our country would soon face the biggest national recession experienced in decades. With a 30% vacancy rate, little event programming, and not much foot traffic, the organization didn’t back down and walk away. We dug in, organized committees, drafted our first work plans, and started the slow and steady process of rebuilding the vibrancy of our beloved Square.
Main Street Medina’s Mission
To lead the effort for historic preservation, economic sustainability, and continued evolution of the District as the heart of the community.
The Vision
Be Ohio’s premier small-town destination.
Our Strategy
In March 2021, the Board of Directors, committee chairs and Main Street Medina staff convened to develop a multi-year strategic plan for Main Street Medina. The strategy, approved by the Board in May 2021, has four areas of focus:
1. Diversify Sources of Funding
Grow revenue from a variety of new and existing sources to enable greater re-investment and impact in our community.
2. Raise Awareness for Main Street Medina; Position the Historic District and South Town as a Destination
Broaden community awareness of Main Street Medina’s mission and impact locally while simultaneously attracting visitors from outside of Medina County to spend time in the District.
3. Connect & Engage Beyond our Boundaries; Be Inclusive of Diverse Audiences
Foster key relationships and drive collaboration with non-traditional Main Street Medina constituents to ensure diversity of thought is embedded in all organizational activities.
4. Develop Advocacy Voice to Advance Business Vitality, Historic Preservation & Community Spirit
Become recognized as a leading voice and contributor to positive change and historical preservation in and around the District.
In March 2021, the Board of Directors, committee chairs and Main Street Medina staff convened to develop a multi-year strategic plan for Main Street Medina. The strategy, approved by the Board in May 2021, has four areas of focus:
1. Diversify Sources of Funding
Grow revenue from a variety of new and existing sources to enable greater re-investment and impact in our community.
2. Raise Awareness for Main Street Medina; Position the Historic District and South Town as a Destination
Broaden community awareness of Main Street Medina’s mission and impact locally while simultaneously attracting visitors from outside of Medina County to spend time in the District.
3. Connect & Engage Beyond our Boundaries; Be Inclusive of Diverse Audiences
Foster key relationships and drive collaboration with non-traditional Main Street Medina constituents to ensure diversity of thought is embedded in all organizational activities.
4. Develop Advocacy Voice to Advance Business Vitality, Historic Preservation & Community Spirit
Become recognized as a leading voice and contributor to positive change and historical preservation in and around the District.
What is Medina’s Historic District?
From its early days as a New England-style town featuring a central greenspace to today’s vibrant hub for business, entertainment, distinctive shops and fine dining, Medina’s Historic District has long been a destination, which encompasses Public Square and surrounding eight-blocks, and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
What is South Town?
The roots of the South Town District dates back more than 150 years when the Industrial Age sparked construction of the railroad to serve emerging grain mills, lumber yards and a coal company. As the City expanded, the south end grew to accommodate public utilities, warehouses, and building supplies.
Today, the South Town community is reimagining its identity to be more pedestrian-friendly, with unique business opportunities and a new creative energy, while honoring its industrial roots. The vision is to enhance the shopper and visitor experience by making South Town more “walkable” and attracting arts and entertainment venues beyond what Public Square and the current Historic District offers.
From its early days as a New England-style town featuring a central greenspace to today’s vibrant hub for business, entertainment, distinctive shops and fine dining, Medina’s Historic District has long been a destination, which encompasses Public Square and surrounding eight-blocks, and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975.
What is South Town?
The roots of the South Town District dates back more than 150 years when the Industrial Age sparked construction of the railroad to serve emerging grain mills, lumber yards and a coal company. As the City expanded, the south end grew to accommodate public utilities, warehouses, and building supplies.
Today, the South Town community is reimagining its identity to be more pedestrian-friendly, with unique business opportunities and a new creative energy, while honoring its industrial roots. The vision is to enhance the shopper and visitor experience by making South Town more “walkable” and attracting arts and entertainment venues beyond what Public Square and the current Historic District offers.
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Main Street Medina Footprint
As an accredited National Main Street Program, under Heritage Ohio, Main Street Medina concentrates its work and vision on the nine block Medina Square Historic District, and the three-block South Town District. Each month, we report investment statistics, new jobs created, public improvements, new development, and numerous other statistics that are ultimately used to determine the annual return on investment. |
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