Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
12/18/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/18/2025 12:29
Shapiro Administration Announces New Main Street Designation in Central Pennsylvania, Highlights Continued Investments in Downtowns and Main Streets Across the Commonwealth
December 18, 2025- Gettysburg, PA
Shapiro Administration Announces New Main Street Designation in Central Pennsylvania, Highlights Continued Investments in Downtowns and Main Streets Across the Commonwealth
Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Secretary Rick Siger joined local leaders to announce that downtown Gettysburg is receiving a new Main Street designation through the Main Street Matters program. Governor Josh Shapiro created Main Street Matters in 2024 and secured another $20 million for the program in his 2025-26 state budget to continue providing downtown business districts with the tools they need to create healthy, vibrant communities.
This designation will allow Main Street Gettysburg to apply for up to $225,000 in funding and free technical assistance to implement its approved five-year strategy. The strategy focuses on creating a welcoming, walkable, and accessible historic district; revitalizing historic tourism on Steinwehr Avenue; and strengthening the physical connections of the Olde Getty Place neighborhood within the Historic District.
Secretary Siger toured downtown Gettysburg and visited the following small businesses: Lark Gifts; Martin's Family Shoes; Lucky Paw; Gettysburg Community Theater; and crEATe @ 48.
List of Speakers:
Rick Siger - Secretary, PA Dept. of Community & Economic Development (DCED)
Jill Sellers - President and CEO, Main Street Gettysburg
Julie Fitzpatrick - Executive Director, Pennsylvania Downtown Center
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