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Welcome to 
Cedarville

Starting or owning a business here means joining a community that is invested in your success. Revitalize Cedarville exists to support, promote, and strengthen downtown—so your business can thrive.

Get Involved

About Revitalize Cedarville

Revitalize Cedarville, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a vibrant, welcoming downtown.

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We focus on:

  • Supporting local businesses

  • Enhancing the downtown experience

  • Preserving Cedarville’s historic character

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How We Support Your Business

Through the Main Street Approach™, we focus on four key areas:

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  • Partnerships – connecting you with community support

  • Economic Vitality – strengthening business growth

  • Design – enhancing storefronts and public spaces

  • Promotion – bringing customers downtown

Signature Downtown Events

These events drive traffic and create opportunities for your business

Sidewalk Saturdays (April–December)

Monthly events featuring vendors, music, food trucks, and activities.


Business Tip:
Extend hours, use sidewalk displays, and create promotions to maximize event traffic.

Cedarfest (Labor Day Weekend)

A full community celebration with parade, food, and entertainment.

Little Town of Lights (December)

A festive Christmas event with a parade, shopping, and family activities.

Best Practices for Success

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Be Visible and Consistent​

  • Keep consistent business hours

  • Stay open during peak times

Create a Welcoming Storefront

  • Keep displays fresh and inviting

  • Highlight products and promotions

Maintain Your Space​

  • Keep sidewalks and storefront clean

  • Maintain signage, windows, and awnings

  • Use landscaping to enhance your space

Deliver a Great Customer Experience​

  • Greet every customer

  • Engage in conversation

  • Thank them for visiting

Be a Good Neighbor​

  • Keep trash out of public view

  • Manage snow removal promptly

  • Reserve street parking for customers

Promote Your Business at the University​

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  • Daily e-newsletters to faculty, staff, and students

  • Slides on campus screens

  • Review guidelines.

About Cedarville

Founded in 1799, Cedarville is a historic community centered around a vibrant downtown and a strong university presence.

Cedarville University, established in 1887, continues to bring energy, visitors, and opportunity to the area.

Key Contacts

Emergency & Safety

  • Emergency: 911

  • Non-emergency: 937-562-5220

  • Campus Safety: 937-766-7992

Village of Cedarville

  • Website: cedarville.us

  • Administrator: 937-371-6151

  • Clerk: 937-974-5946

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