Created in 2001, the Commercial Rehabilitation Program provides financial and technical assistance to business owners located in the city’s historic eastern area for property improvements.
The term redevelopment generally refers to new construction that occurs within an existing developed area, commonly one that is older and has a land use pattern and related conditions that are in need of some level of improvement.
The city’s revitalization efforts reflect this, ranging from housing programs to business assistance to social services, redevelopment initiatives, and public infrastructure improvements. Combined, these are bringing positive change and results.