Creates A Sense of Place
Enhances the Downtown’s physical appearance while preserving it’s historic fabric and authentic character.
Public Art Exploratory CommitteeThis newly established Committee will be responsible for the research, design, and location scouting for potential public art projects in downtown Batavia.
Time Commitment: 2-4 in- person meetings, 10- 15 additional hours from home.
Creates A Sense of Energy and Liveliness
Strengthens the local economy by supporting the existing base, fostering entrepreneurship, development, strategic recruitment and use of space.
Artisan Collective Committee
Batavia MainStreet’ s Artisan Collective provides pop-up opportunities the third Saturday of the month at our Farmers’ Market May- October. The Artisan Collective Committee helps set guidelines for participating vendors, jury applications, assist with promotion, and manage on- site during Collective hours.
Time Commitment: 2 planning/jury meetings per year (all members) Depending on Committee Role: 2-4 hours/month administrative and design work from home, 6 on-site hours monthly May-October.
Batavia Boardwalk Shop Committee
Batavia MainStreet’ s Boardwalk Shops are designed to attract small businesses, create more retail shopping, and bring people into downtown Batavia. The first three seasons were a great success with 15 businesses signing leases in brick-and-mortar spaces. The Boardwalk Shop Committee helps set tenant guidelines, jury applications, assist with promotion, schedule speakers for monthly meetings, and assist with maintenance.
Time Commitment: 6-10 planning/jury meetings, 1-2 hours/month site visits May- December.
WinterFest Art Market Committee
Winterfest Art Market is a holiday market in collaboration with Water Street Studios. Artisans and Artists are featured throughout the Dempsey Gallery and Dock. The Winterfest Art Market Committee help in the planning, promotion, and décor as well as managing on-site during Market hours.
Time Commitment: 2 planning/jury meetings per year (all members) Depending on Committee Role: 2-4 hours/month administrative and design work from home, 15 on-site hours.
Brings the Community Together to Build Consensus and a Common Vision. Develops Partnerships that add Resources and Lead Revitalization.
Positions Downtown as a center of activity, markets its unique assets and promotes its positive image.
Cocktails In The Park Committee
An annual event dedicated to showcasing Batavia restaurants while raising funds for Batavia MainStreet, Cocktails in the Park is one of our favorite nights of the year. Committee members assist with planning, restaurant/beverage participation, promotion, and décor.
Time Commitment: 3-8 planning meetings, 5-10 additional hours from home.
Creates a Sense of Activity
Positions Downtown as a center of activity, markets its unique assets and promotes its positive image.
Block Party & Taste of Batavia Committee
An annual community event including: live music, a Car Cruise Night, Pie Bake Off, and a free kids area. Committee members assist with planning, entertainment, restaurant/beverage and promotion.
Time Commitment: 3-5 planning meetings, 2-5 additional hours.
Dinner Table Committee
An annual event focusing on locally sourced and prepared food in a shared table environment. Proceeds from this event help to raise money for the Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry. Committee members assist with planning, restaurant/beverage participation, promotion, and decor.
Time Commitment: 3-8 planning meetings, 5-10 additional hours from home.
BatFest Committee
An annual community event including: downtown Trick-or-Treating, music and dance performances, costume contests, and activities. Committee members assist with planning, entertainment, partnerships, and promotion.
Time Commitment: 3-5 planning meetings, 2-5 additional hours from home.
Egg Hop Committee
An annual free community event including: music, games, activities, and downtown egg hop to local businesses. Committee members assist with planning, entertainment, partnerships, and promotion.
Time Commitment: 3-5 planning meetings, 2-5 additional hours from home.
Farmers’ Market Committee
Batavia MainStreet’s Farmers’ Market takes place on Saturday mornings from 8am-12pm on North River Street May- October. The Batavia Farmers’ Market Committee helps set guidelines for participating vendors, jury applications, and assist with promotion.
Time Commitment: 2 planning/jury meetings per year, occasional feedback to be shared via email.
