About

About the MCRC

The mission of MCRC is to foster economic development in greater Downtown Meadville.

What is the MCRC?

The Meadville Community Revitalization Corporation (MCRC) is a 501-3-c nonprofit dedicated to bringing new energy to downtown Meadville. We work side by side with residents, businesses, and community partners to build a shared vision for a downtown that’s lively, welcoming, and rooted in our history and local pride — a place that truly benefits everyone.

Why is the MCRC Important?

While Meadville benefits from a number of organizations, there is no entity  whose singular focus is to revitalize the City’s downtown through property redevelopment, resource coordination, and placemaking. The MCRC’s role is therefore important…

By attracting new businesses and supporting existing ones, the CRC will boost local employment and economic activity.

Enhancing public spaces and infrastructure will improve the quality of life for the community as a whole.

Leveraging grants and funding will enable sustainable development that benefits the entire community.

What will the MCRC DO?

The MCRC is leading efforts to make downtown stronger, more welcoming, and full of possibility. To make this happen, the MCRC’s is taking the lead in several key ways.

The MCRC will oversee transformative projects such as renovating existing structures as well as developing new residential and commercial spaces that contribute to our downtown.

Initiatives like better lighting, sidewalks, and public art will make downtown more attractive and accessible.

Through business retention and recruitment strategies, the CRC will help create a vibrant downtown economy.

Promote downtown Meadville as a destination for residents, visitors, and businesses guided by a marketing plan that highlights the unique aspects of downtown and creates a cohesive identity for the area.

Establish channels and engagement efforts to ensure that community voices are heard and considered​.


Want to Learn More?

For further details about about the MCRC’s approach to revitalizing Downtown Meadville, download this one-sheet document and visit our Focus Strategies page 

A Diverse Group

Staff and Board of Directors

The MCRC staff and Board of Directors represent a diverse range of interests, including business and property owners, community leaders, heritage and cultural advocates, real estate professionals, and anchor institutions. This diverse group guides the MCRC in its efforts to foster economic development, enhance public spaces, and support local businesses.

The MCRC Staff

Board of Directors

Together our board members also serve on three committees, Property and Business Development, Community-Based Placemaking, and Marketing and Communications. Learn more about these committees by clicking here

Renowned artist and placemaking specialist, Founder and Director of the Art & Environment Initiative, and Greenspace Project Manager/Artist for The Arc of Crawford County

Vice President of Community Engagement at the Meadville Medical Center and President of the Meadville Medical Center Foundation

Downtown business owner of Hatch Hollow, Board President for the Second Saturday Community Market, Women’s Services Inc. board member, and member of the Meadville Independent Business Alliance

Owner of RAN Investments, Executive Chairman at Acutec Precision Aerospace, Inc., Trustee Emeritus, Allegheny College, and Women’s Services Inc. board member

President of Allegheny College

The Academy Theatre Board Vice President, Meadville Redevelopment Authority board member, and Northwest PA Investment Cooperative member

Owner at Bull Moose Marketing and Meadville Distilling, Board Vice President of the Crawford County Planning Commission, PA Downtown Center board member, and Northwest PA Investment Cooperative member

Business owner at Tattered Corners Bookstore, and Meadville Independent Business Alliance member

Board Member at the French Creek Development Corporation, Meadville Public Library Board Trustee, and member of the Northwest PA Investment Cooperative

Director of Community Development for the City of Meadville, City Staff Liaison to the Meadville Redevelopment Authority, and Northwest PA Investment Cooperative member.

Business owner of The Woolen Mill, Women’s Services Inc. Board President, and member of the Meadville Independent Business Alliance

Together our board members also serve on three committees, Property and Business Development, Community-Based Placemaking, and Marketing and Communications.

MCRC Partners

It’s a team effort to make things happen! We’ve gathered members of the community representing various interests and partnered with outside consultants to ensure all aspects are covered.