Presenting Our Progress
MAIN STREET ENTERPRISE
We are Enterprise, Alabama | Deeply Rooted, Ever Rising
Located in the heart of "The City of Progress",
Main Street Enterprise utilizes the four-point approach endorsed by Main Street America -
Organization, Promotion, Design, and Economic Vitality -
to bring progress and prosperity to the downtown district.
New Parking Lots
DESIGN
Main Street Enterprise collaborated with a private property owner to convert a downtown property into a parking lot with 70+ parking spaces.
The new parking lot addressed safety concerns of parking on Main Street as well as created convenience for downtown shoppers, diners, & visitors.
Our Progress
ECONOMIC VITALITY
Entertainment District Ordinance
Main Street Enterprise and the Enterprise Chamber of Commerce worked together to develop the Entertainment District Ordinance for Council approval. The Downtown Enterprise Entertainment District allows guests age 21+ to carry alcoholic beverages in an approved container within the boundaries of the district during designated days and times.
This ordinance allows Downtown Enterprise to attract lively events, entertainment, and dining as well as complement activities within our district.
PROMOTION
Girls Night Out - For A Cause
Girls Night Out is an annual event that benefits Breast Cancer Awareness. The event isa collaboration of Main Street Enterprise and Friends of Main Street Enterprise and features refreshments, door prizes, swag bags, activities, and of course shopping!
Funds raised through ticket sales are donated to Coffee County Family Services for women in need of medical assistance. Girls Night Out has raised up to $3,500 in previous years!
Boutique Crawl - For A Cause
PROMOTION
Provided by Main Street Enterprise and Friends of Main Street Enterprise, the Boutique Crawl is a fun fashion event that involves the collaboration between Boutique owners working to support each other, local businesses, and a great cause.
Ticket holders for this event support fundraising efforts for Coffee County Family Services and receive great deals, refreshments, and giveaways in return. In its first year, the event raised $2,000!
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Hometown Hero Banner Fundraiser
ORGANIZATION
This annual fundraiser is held by Main Street Enterprise. Hometown Hero Banners are available for purchase by community members to pay tribute by honoring and recognizing residents, past or present, that are serving or have served our country and community.
The banners are on display throughout Downtown Enterprise and recognize members of the military, first responders, medical professionals, and teachers. Proceeds are reinvested back into
downtown beautification.
ORGANIZATION
Downtown T-Shirt Fundraiser
In an effort to raise funds for downtown beautification, Main Street Enterprise designed t-shirts to be sold throughout stores downtown.
The initiative raised over $1,000 and will benefit various different aspects of the downtown district.
PROMOTION
Spring Festival - Easter Hat Parade
Spring Festival at the Monument is an annual event hosted by Main Street Enterprise and Friends of Main Street Enterprise that includes 70+ vendors, music, food, arts & craft activities, and an Easter hat parade - the ONLY one in Alabama!
Prizes for the Easter hats are awarded in several categories and the contest is open for all ages to participate! Main Street Enterprise was awarded the Excellence in Promotion Award for this event!
PROMOTION
Military Appreciation Day - Patriotic Parade
Military Appreciation Day is an annual event hosted by Main Street Enterprise and Friends of Main Street Enterprise that includes shopping specials, music, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. During this event, various Military and Veteran Affairs Organizations share information and provide static displays.
In 2022, the Patriotic Parade was introduced to the event. Participants were invited to decorate their bikes, trikes, strollers, wagons, and scooters, and promenade down Railroad Street.
PROMOTION
Boll Weevil Block Party
The Boll Weevil Block Party hit the streets for the first time in 2022 as a part of WTVY's "Hometown Tour" segment. Main Street Enterprise and Friends of Main Street Enterprise worked together to provide this unique event.
Enterprise residents enjoyed food trucks, live music, shopping, and gathering in the heart of the city.
Master Plan Visualization
DESIGN
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Main Street Enterprise in collaboration with Friends of Main Street hosted a strategic planning meeting where wants and wishes for the downtown district were discussed at length.
This meeting aided Main Street Enterprise in creating a master plan visualization that encompasses citizen voices.
Our Achievements
MAIN STREET ENTERPRISE
2022
2020
Excellence in
Building Design Award
Presented to the Bliss on Main Salon for the complete renovation of the downtown property.
Main Street Hero Award
For exceptional contributions to the marketing of downtown by Chad Wester.
Excellence in Promotion
Presented to Main Street Enterprise for the 2022 Spring Festival Easter Hat Parade.
Excellence in
Business Promotion Award
Presented to Main Street Enterprise for the 2022 Come & Get Your Love event.
Main Street Hero Award
For exceptional contributions to promotions by Wendy Grimes.
Excellence in Marketing Award
Presented to the Enterprise Chamber of Commerce and the Enterprise Tourism Department for the collaborative effort for the 10-day “Enterprise Eats Restaurant Week” promotion
Excellence in Public Relations Award
Presented to Main Street Enterprise for the 2021 “Taco ‘Bout Branding,” promotion.
