Cultivating connection through community.
Our goal is to activate space and ensure the success of existing businesses in the St. Helens main street corridor by asking owners, “What do you need, and how can we support you?” and then working with national, statewide, and local resources to support those businesses. This ensures a diverse community effort within St. Helens that is people-centered, locally owned, and contributes to our economic vitality.
“The goal of St. Helens Main Street is to build a high-quality, livable, and sustainable community that will grow St. Helens’ economy while maintaining a sense of place. Volunteers who love St. Helens are always welcome!”
Why Uptown, Downtown, and the Entire Main Street Corridor Matter
Photo Credit: Rick & Kris Stuber
1. Historic core of the community.
2. Includes unique shopping and service activities.
3. Represents a vast amount of public and private investment.
4. Provides a sense of community and place.
5. Reflection of how the community views itself and a critical factor in business retention and recruitment efforts.
6. Most of the Main Street businesses are locally owned.
7. Represents a significant portion of the community’s tax base.
8. Serves as an incubator for new businesses.
9. Typically, a government center.
10. Employment center.
Supporting Documents
Current Bylaws (174 KB)