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Council discusses Main Street strategy, zoning updates and making Mount Pleasant easier for business
Summary
Councilors and staff discussed downtown/Main Street programming, a potential Main Street manager role, updating zoning to match the comprehensive plan, and a push toward ‘yes’‑oriented planning to attract retail and diversify jobs.
Council members and staff discussed strategies to attract retail and diversify the local economy, focusing on downtown/Main Street programming, proactive planning and a “yes” approach to business requests.
Participants suggested strengthening the Main Street program beyond events to include design guidance, grant opportunities and targeted recruitment of small retailers. One speaker urged development of a dedicated Main Street manager (or similar planning…
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