Directs design improvement activity with regard to building maintenance
and rehabilitation, historic preservation, new construction, public and
private signs, graphic material, public improvements, visual merchandising,
traffic, and parking
Works with the Promotion Committee to ensure a consistent, high-quality
graphic image in signs, advertisements, and other graphic material
associated with the Main Street Program
Establishes a sound relationship with local design and construction
professionals, sharing technical information on historic preservation,
rehabilitation and maintenance of older commercial buildings
Promotes awareness of downtown design and historic preservation issues
throughout the community
Monitors design changes throughout downtown
Works with the Economic Restructuring Committee to plan, implement, and
administer appropriate incentives to encourage design improvement and
property development activity
Allocates funds for design improvement activities in accordance with the
Main Street Program's overall annual work plan and budget
Monitors local ordinances and other applicable regulations affecting
downtown design issues and works toward developing a supportive regulatory
environment for downtown revitalization activity
Establishes a sound working relationship with the State Historic
Preservation Office and other state and regional agencies that provide
assistance in areas related to downtown design improvements through historic
preservation
Conducts and maintains a thorough inventory of downtown properties
