Main Street Future Focus & Community Showcase scheduled for Sept. 10
The Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce (WCCCC) is holding its Main Street Future Focus & Community Showcase on Sept. 10 from 7:30 to 10 a.m. at the Chester County Public Safety Training Facility, 137 Modena Road, South Coatesville, 19320.
WCCCC’s Regional Study – www.westernchestercountyfuturefocus.com – is back in the forefront, a showcase for downtowns and villages with display tables highlighting the various projects and plans municipalities have for the future. A partner for the event is the PA/NJ/DE CCIM Chapter, which is made up of commercial realtors, brokers, developers and investors, a news release said.
The speakers will include Heather Arnold: Streetsense Director of Research & Analysis, Washington D.C., who will discuss Vibrant Streets, (www.vibrantstreets.com) an initiative to encourage successful neighborhood retail environments “from the grassroots up;” Eli Kahn: E. Kahn Development Corporation (EKD), founder & principal, who will talk about his experience developing a mixed-use portfolio of over three million square feet of office, industrial, retail and multi-family properties in the western Philadelphia suburbs; and E. Jean Krack: Phoenixville borough manager, who will focus on the importance of Main Street revitalization and developing collaboration between community leaders, government officials, and other stakeholders toward successful programs.
Participation in the event will ensure knowledge about the projects and plans in the works for area communities. General admission tickets to the event are $10 per person. Call (610) 384-9550 or send reservations to 50 South First Ave., Coatesville, 19320, or register online via PayPal at www.westernchestercounty.com. RSVPs are due by Sept. 6.
The WCCCC’s vision is a thriving region that is well connected, innovative and accessible for community and business growth. It accomplishes this by connecting members to new ideas, resources and relationships to achieve their goals. It was formed in 1916 and is one of the oldest chambers of commerce in Chester County. It serves 20 municipal areas in the county’s dynamic and growing western region. Learn more at www.westernchestercounty.com, call (610) 384-9550 or email info@westernchestercounty.com.
