Canonsburg Borough is at both a physical and economic crossroads. Situated between the current development of Southpointe II, the Meadows Racetrack and Casino, and the Tanger Outlet Mall along Interstate-79, Canonsburg is poised to take advantage of its location as well as its heritage. With downtown improvements, including a new library and infrastructure renovations, already under way, Canonsburg intends to use the Main Street Community designation to further promote and capitalize on its rich musical heritage, unique architecture and intense community involvement. It also will solidify the downtown area as the hub of community activity and an attractive center for tourists. Canonsburg will draw on existing architecture as well as new structures to enhance current businesses and attract new businesses, and further develop its already successful festivals, concerts and events. Distinctive specialty shops, boutiques, museums and theaters are part of a vision that also emphasizes improved traffic control. Canonsburg’s residents, preservationists, entrepreneurs, businesses and government will work in tandem to develop a stable economy that enhances its own, as well as neighboring, communities. Through leadership, perseverance and vision, Canonsburg will energize its assets to become a vital part of Western Pennsylvania.
Design:
The Design Committee will focus on formatting and implementing a design
plan that incorporates all of the town’s styles and eras into a cohesive plan.
Included in this, is working with the other committees to ensure adherence on
all fronts to the collective design and facades plan.
Organization:
The primary goal of the Organization Committee is the coordination of
committee members, Canonsburg Renaissance Group, Canonsburg Borough Council, and
the Main Street Manager to ensure that the program is moving forward for the
good of the community, while maintaining fiscal responsibility.
Promotions:
The purpose of the Promotions Committee will be to stimulate and
maintain cooperation amongst all of the town’s special interest groups in order
to effectively use innovative marketing and promotional techniques to bring
shoppers to the Business District on a regular basis.
Economic Restructuring:
The Economic Restructuring Committee will work to devise and implement
a cohesive plan for Business District revitalization by enticing new businesses
and seeking development for areas that are underutilized or in need of
assistance.