About Us
La Grande Main Street Downtown (LGMSD) is part of the National Main Street Program, which is a subsidiary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. LGMSD leverages community assets to generate investment, create jobs, and foster the rehabilitation of downtown areas and Main Streets. LGMSD is supported by a Board of Directors, an Executive Director , and four Committees: Promotions, Outreach, Design, and Economic Vitality. LGMSD works closely with its members, downtown businesses, and local organizations to strengthen existing business, to expand opportunities for new businesses, and to plan events and activities that improve the quality of life in downtown La Grande.
To visit the National Main Streets Center website, click here.
2024 Board of Directors
Nicole Felty
President
Mary Ann Miesner
Treasurer
Suzannah Moore Hemann
Vice President
Tori Gandy
Secretary
Bri Troutman
Board Member
Angie Harris
Board Member
Shawn Risteen
Board Member
Carolyn Dooley
Board Member
Carol Summers
Board Member
Calvin Bennett
Board Member
Timothy Bishop
Board Member
Tina Smart
Board Member
Our Committees
Design
This committee works to enhance downtown’s physical appearance and preserve the community identity and sense of place.
This includes public art, streetscape, and activating public spaces through place making,
Current projects are:
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Flower Basket Program
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Downtown Clean Ups
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Pocket Parks
Committee Chair:
Corri Klebaum
Economic
Vitality
Works with existing businesses, property owners, and partners to strengthen the local economic base.
This committee is currently working closely with the La Grande Urban Renewal Agency.
Committee Chair:
Timothy Bishop
Outreach
Brings the community together by recruiting volunteers, developing partnerships, and adding resources.
Current Projects:
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Annual Meeting
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Shamrock Shuffle 5k and 10k
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Eastern Oregon Beer Festival
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Membership
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Fundraising
Committee Chair:
Nicole Felty
Promotions
Positions downtown as a center of community activity and promotes downtown businesses.
Responsible for the following annual events:
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St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl
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Crazy Days
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Safe Downtown Trick or Treating
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Community Harvest Festival
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Plaid Friday/Small Business Saturday
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Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
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New Year's Ball Drop
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Shop Local Sub-Committee
Committee Chair:
Tori Gandy
