Willmar Main Street

Willmar downtown officially entered into a Main Street designated contract in April of 2018. In order to be a part of this contract, there are annual dues made to Minnesota Main Street and Main Street America. Theres also a list of criteria to be a main street community. Our program needed designated staff, a diversified budget, community backing +... involvement from several different entities around the city, which are reflected on our executive board. The Main Street Program is open to all MN cities, but geared towards greater MN cities. Being a Main Street City opens pathways to connect with other Main Street Cities and be a part of a national network. Part of this cohort is dedicated to making downtown areas thrive. It also makes Willmar eligible for grants and funding projects to help kick start initiatives. The Main Street program provides a framework to invest in our downtown. Willmar Main Street is a volunteer led initiative housed within the City of Willmar. Its membership is made of downtown Willmar businesses and downtown supporters. As a Main Street America Accredited Program, Willmar Main Street is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by the National Main Street Center.Read More