About Us – Glasgow Main Street Association
About the Best Main Street Around
Bringing downtown to you…
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As a Main Street America Affiliate ™, GLASGOW MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION, INC., is part of a 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. As a Missouri Main Street Affiliate program, GLASGOW MAIN STREET ASSOCIATION, INC., is a recognized, leading program among the state network of more than 45 districts and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development.
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Mission Statement
We, the Glasgow Main Street Association, are a not for profit 501(c)(3) volunteer driven organization (representing the Glasgow Community) with the focus on developing and promoting a healthy and prosperous downtown within a context of cultural and historic preservation.
Vision
Downtown Glasgow…
- will be the vibrant hub of our community with everyone supporting the downtown revitalization efforts.
- will be continually working toward historic preservation with emphasis on the lighting, landscaping and façade rehabilitation on Main Street and Water Street by the river.
- will support existing businesses and recruit new businesses that will complement the existing businesses and meet community needs.
- will look to uphold an image that is inviting, beautiful, warm and ever changing with everyone working together to promote community with special events.
Main Street America ™ is a movement.
Main Street America has been helping revitalize older and historic commercial districts for more than 35 years. It is the leading voice for preservation-based economic development and community revitalization across the country. Made up of small towns, mid-sized communities, and urban commercial districts, Main Street America represents the broad diversity that makes this country so unique. Working together, the programs that make up the Main Street America network help to breathe new life into the places people call home.
Main Street America is a mark of distinction.
It is a seal, recognizing that participating programs, organizations, and communities are part of a national movement with a proven track record for celebrating community character, preserving local history, and generating impressive economic returns. Since 1980, over 2,000 communities have been part of Main Street, bringing renewed energy and activity to America’s downtowns and commercial districts, securing $61 billion in new investment creating more than 525,000 net new jobs and rehabilitating 251,000 buildings.
Main Street America is a time-tested strategy.
Main Street America communities are encouraged to make use of a time-tested approach, known as the Main Street Approach. The Main Street Approach is rooted in a commitment to broad-based community engagement, a holistic understanding of the factors that impact the quality of life in a community, and strategic focus on the core principles of downtown and neighborhood revitalization: Economic Vitality, Quality Design, Effective Promotion, and Sustainable Organization.
VOLUNTEERS
The self-governing group focuses on Main Street as the local community gathering place. With the goals of creating a vibrant hot spot, improving businesses, and a neighborhood that works together. The MSA also hosts and promotes special local events throughout the year.
MEMBERS
Members of the MSA include local small business owners, civic members, attorneys and more. All come together to preserve the rich history of the Main Street area. Are you interested in becoming a member of MSA?
Check out our local community calendar for the next meeting time/location!
CHARITY
The Glasgow Main Street Association (MSA) is a non-profit group consisting of local members who are dedicated to making downtown Glasgow a great place to do business, live, work, and visit. Specifically, the MSA works to improve Main Street so all can enjoy its vitality.