P.R.O.U.D. Mission: Ongoing revitalization of the Pontiac Central Business District
through focused Promotions, Design, Economic Restructuring, and effective
Organization in cooperation with the Downtown Business Community the local City
Government, assisted by a cadre of Dedicated Volunteers.
What is P.R.O.U.D.? Est. 1988
P.R.O.U.D. is a Main Street non-profit organization composed of a group of volunteers
and community leaders working together to revitalize the heart of Pontiac-our
Downtown. Pontiac Redeveloping Our United Downtown was formed in 1988 to
rekindle the economic vitality of downtown Pontiac, P.R.O.U.D. forms a partnership in
building a positive image for downtown Pontiac.
What can P.R.O.U.D. Accomplish? P.R.O.U.D. works to enhance community
identity and heritage by preserving downtown as a center of activity and ensuring its
economic stability; We do this by organizing various downtown activities, improving
his historical significance, and by re-establishing downtown as a compelling place for
shoppers, investors, and visitors.
What's in it for you? P.R.O.U.D. works for the benefit of all of Pontiac, not just
downtown. When downtown prospers, the entire community benefits. A healthy
downtown means increased traffic and business for the entire community. It also
means increased tourism, more jobs, better services and a better place to live. This
provides a stronger tax base through new and stronger businesses. JOIN
MEMBER: National Main Street Illinois Main Street National Trust for Historic Preservation First Night International Illinois Arts Alliance Landmarks Illinois Pontiac Rotary Club
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120 W. Howard St. Pontiac Visitor's Center PO Box 622 Pontiac, IL 61764 Phone 815-844-6692 Fax 815-842-4309
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SUPPORTER: Livingston County Historical Society Livingston County War Museum Livingston County Relay for Life Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce Pontiac Tourism Route 66 Association of Illinois Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum
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