Special to Iredell Free News

The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) has been designated as a Nationally Accredited Main Street America program for the second consecutive year. This accreditation status is the most distinguished recognition that a Downtown community can receive from the national program.

Main Street America announces the list of accredited programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main Street Approach.

The MDC, a 501(c)(4) organization, works meticulously to uphold the rigorous performance standards required for the reputable mark of distinction.

“The designation is certainly something to be proud of. The MDC Board of Directors, partners, and volunteers worked for three years to achieve our first recognition in 2022,” said MDC Board Chairman Kim Saragoni. “We have continued to demonstrate our commitment to comprehensive commercial district revitalization with conscientious strategic planning, implementation, and measuring of results.”

Main Street America has been helping revitalize historic commercial districts for more than 40 years. Made up of small towns, mid-sized communities, state commerce departments, and urban commercial districts, the organization represents the broad diversity that makes this country so unique.

“Our local Main Street programs help drive North Carolina’s economy by working with Commerce’s community developers to increase the economic vitality of their downtown districts, helping attract new jobs, more small businesses, and additional investment across the state.” said N.C. Commerce Secretary Machelle Baker Sanders.

The last two fiscal years have marked major milestones for private investments made within the Downtown Mooresville. Over $12.7 million in investments were made within the two-year period, illustrating that the district is a viable, valuable, and vibrant place worthy of plenty of ventures. 

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