Mount Pleasant's Downtown will be a symbol of the community's economic health. The heart of the city will boast a beautifully preserved historic district with well-kept buildings that are respectful of their eras and have modern interiors.
The vibrant city center will help attract and retain new businesses, industries and residents to the area. People of all ages will find the unique retail stores and quaint restaurants appealing. Businesses will work cooperatively to promote the diverse business mix. People will want to stay and shop in the community.
As Mount Pleasant's cultural center, downtown will be a gathering spot for young and old and the place to go for fun and entertainment. It will be "the place to be", offering a total experience for shopping, dining, outstanding service and hospitality.
Residents will share a sense of pride and accomplishment in knowing their effort has benefited future generations.
Main Street Mount Pleasant began in 2002 when Main Street Iowa accepted the community's application for the Main Street program. The program consists of four working committees: Organization, Design, Promotion and Business Improvement. Each committee is working together to enhance the community's central business district.
The mission of Main Street Mount Pleasant is to:
- Stimulate economic development in Mount Pleasant by encouraging cooperation and building leadership in our community; 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.
- Strengthen the economic and cultural vitality of downtown while enhancing and preserving its historic character and beauty.
- Nurture a creative mix of activities, environments and experiences that will promote historic downtown Mount Pleasant as an economically vibrant and competitive central business district.
- Provide energy, leadership and support for public/private initiatives that encourage the growth and vitality of downtown Mount Pleasant.