Who We Are
We envision Woodley Park as a community with its own identity and characteristics. We would love Woodley Park to be honored and known for its unique historic sites that help define our past and provide opportunities for our future. We want public spaces to be impeccably maintained so residents and guests can gather, connect, and enjoy their natural surroundings. Safety and security is vital—we want people to feel comfortable and welcome at any time of day or night. Our commercial landscape may include our beloved small, local businesses, along with some national brand businesses that will add to and diversify shopping, dining, and services to the needs of our community while retaining what is special about our neighborhood.
As a part of our mission, we are committed to promoting and taking other strategic action to improve Woodley Park’s cultural, physical, and economic lives. As much as possible, we seek to promote our community’s historical and cultural character and offerings through community events of varying quality that bring neighbors together. In terms of physical improvements, we will continue to promote historic architecture and details while upholding the integrity of the streetscapes, parks, and other public investment (public goods) in our community, so they are the best they can be in terms of quality and accessibility.
In following this vision and mission, I would like to emphasize a commitment to be present and create authentic community engagement and a sense of belonging in all those who call Woodley Park “home” (residual and business owners). We become rich in our diversity and collective purpose to create a lively and welcome community for all. Being “meaningful in place,” I think is an important word to balance with our respect for holding onto historical significance, without being stuck in it—while evolving, being adaptable to modernity. Our intention is to think we want to see Woodley Park continue to be special for new residents and visitors alike, and serve those who have called the neighborhood home.
We are NOT affiliated with the official Woodley Park Mainstreet!
what we do
01.
— Our Mission
Woodley Park, not Mainstreet (not affiliated with Woodley Park Main Street,) promotes urban revitalization and investment in Woodley Park’s commercial centers, to ensure economic stability for its businesses and a safe, beautiful community for its people.
02.
— Business Support
If you’re a small business on the Woodley Park Main Street, we are here for you! Check out our small business technical assistance and support page for more information.
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— Get Involved
Want to give back to your neighborhood? Support small business? Meet new friends and neighbors? Consider volunteering with us!