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“Main Street Elkader is dedicated to the development of and the ongoing support of a vibrant downtown through economic development, historic preservation and educational programs with the benefits reaching out to the entire community.”
Utilizing the Main Street Approach, Elkader capitalizes on the unique identity, assets and character of our historic commercial districts. The Main Street Approach consists of tightly integrated components making up a common-sense, strategy-driven framework that guides community-based downtown revitalization efforts. Locally developed strategies are implemented through comprehensive work in four broad areas, known as the Four Points: Economic Vitality, Organization, Promotion and Design.
FINANCIAL RESOURCES
COMPLEMENTARY BUSINESS RESOURCES
And so much more!
We are excited to welcome Amy Holst as our Main Street Elkader Director, beginning July 1st, 2024. An Elkader resident for over 23 years, Holst is passionate about Elkader, its growth, and showcasing our vibrant rural community. She leads our organization, following our mission, vision and goals, executing the initiatives set forth by the board of directors.
Main Street Elkader would not be complete without the various volunteer committees that lead efforts for our organization. From events to city projects to aesthetic design of Main Street, the committees get the job done.
Each year, Main Street Elkader has various projects and initiatives that they either launch or support.
Each year, Main Street Elkader has various projects and initiatives that they either launch or support.
Our volunteer board of directors serves annually, elected by the fellow board and committee members.
Executive Director of Main Street Elkader and Economic Development Director for the City of Elkader
President
Board member since in 2020
Promotion Committee Member
Owner of Ashley D Marketing
Vice President
Board member since 2023
Organization Committee Member
Owner of The Brim Coffeehouse
Treasurer
Board member since 2017
Past President, Central State Bank
Secretary
Board Member since 2025
Owner, Pedretti's Bakery
Owner, Hands on As We Grow
Board Member
Board member since 2024
USDA / Clayton County Farm Service Agency
Board Member
Board member since 2025
Vice President, FreedomBank
Immediate Past-President
Board member since 2016
Design Committee Member
Owner, Elkader Floral Shop
City Council Liaison
Board member (non-voting) since 2021
Organization Committee Member, Volunteer Task Force
Kathy Mueller
Sara Hertrampf
Jody Schroeder
Tony Hauber
Nick Trenkamp
Mary Kuehl
Jared Funk
Bruce Landis
Mark Reinig
Miranda Orr
Ashley Augustyn
Carly Hoeger
Paige Stramer
Hailey Funke
Carlyn Lechtenberg
Ashley Althoff
Jillian Webb Hermann
Sally Stendel
Teri Ann Marting
Ara Kuennen
Ketaki Poyekar
Lucy Sharp
Jill Dillon
Gabriella Holub
Chris Huisman
MAIN STREET ELKADER
207 N Main St, Elkader, Iowa 52043, USA
PO Box 125
563-245-2770
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