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Civic Leaders: Don't Miss Main Street Now 2024

  

Main Street Now 2024 is Made for Civic Leaders



Are you a civic leader looking for solutions to common problems and innovative tools to strengthen your community's social, civic, and economic fabric? If this is you, then make sure to join us in Birmingham, Alabama, May 6-8, for the 2024 Main Street Now Conference!

Register today to join civic leaders and commercial district revitalization professionals from across the country for three days of insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and memorable experiences in the Magic City. With a specially priced registration rate of $199, tailored education track, free lunch & learn session, and abundant networking opportunities, Main Street Now 2024 is made for civic leaders passionate about community preservation and economic development in historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial corridors.


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Details

Registration Rate: $199 - a $500+ discount! 
 
Eligibility: The civic leaders rate is available to elected officials and senior government staff, including mayors, county executives, city councilmembers, elected municipal leaders, staff at the director level and above in Main Street-related departments (economic development, planning, housing, infrastructure, historic preservation, etc.). 
 
150+ Education Sessions: Evergreen approaches to commercial district management and this year's conference themes: Welcoming & Belonging, Connectivity Through Civic Infrastructure, Reimagining Local Spaces & Economies. Plus, a tailored Civic Leaders track offering tools and insights on the why and how of nurturing thriving commercial districts and supporting downtown revitalization through a Main Street program.  
 
Building Your Network: Meet-up with current contacts and make new connections during three days of sessions, between activities, and at exciting special events, from the Welcome Reception to the Big Bash celebration. 


Included: Civic Leaders Lunch

Celebrating Civic Infrastructure Through the Community Development Block Grant with Claudia Monterrosa, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Grant Programs at U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Tuesday, May 7
 
From small businesses to streetlamps, the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) has provided support to projects to uplift community priorities for both urban and rural areas for 50 years. Whether in an entitlement or non-entitlement area, civic leaders interested in promoting downtown reinvestment can utilize CDBG funds for a variety of projects that align with Main Street program goals. During this 50th anniversary year, join us to celebrate CDBG success stories and learn how you can create investments in civic infrastructure, adaptive reuse, and quality of life using this essential program.





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Questions? Email info@mainstreet.org.
Please note: Due to the high volume of requests, it may take up to 72 hours to receive a response.



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*Deadlines are subject to change.

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