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Main Street Guymon reports attendance, training and spring events; director introduces new board member
Summary
Main Street Guymon reported recent programming, grant-assistance work, upcoming training and community events, and introduced new board director Ernie Garcia.
The Main Street Guymon director told the council the program completed an annual meeting and awards banquet in which about 30–35 people attended despite cold weather, thanked the city for financial and staff support, and outlined upcoming training and events.
The director said Main Street staff and volunteers have been working with businesses on a grant application process and will meet with code enforcement and inspectors in April. The program recently completed a nine-week career-focus class with 13 participants and plans a "Be Your Own Boss" series throughout April to help aspiring business owners. The director also said Main Street staff will attend National Main Street training in Philadelphia April 5–10 and that Main Street Day at the Capitol is scheduled for May 5.
Community events highlighted: the director announced a community-wide cleanup day on April 12 with participation expected from local groups, Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) and Goodwill; and Guymon Outback is scheduled for May 9 on Main Street. The director introduced Ernie Garcia as a new Main Street board director.
Why it matters: the director noted city support—financial and in-kind—helps Main Street run training and business-assistance programs. The council did not vote on the report but approved a supporting resolution earlier in the meeting.
Ending: The director said she would share the National Main Street visit report with city staff when available and would follow up with council as event dates approach.
