Main Street Martinez, Inc. DBA: Downtown Martinez & Co.

As a Main Street America™ Accredited program Martinez is a recognized leading program among the national network of more than 1,200 neighborhoods and communities who share both a commitment to creating high-quality places and to building stronger communities through preservation-based economic development. All Main Street America™ Accredited programs meet a set of National Accreditation Standards of Performance as outlined by Main Street America.

We maintain a strong, viable, and broad-based organization that embraces National Main Street’s Four Point Approach to Downtown Revitalization (Organization, Promotion, Design and Economic Vitality). 

We work towards keeping the downtown Martinez a safe, clean, and friendly district with diverse, prosperous businesses contributing to a vibrant small-town atmosphere while providing goods, services, and cultural environment that satisfy the interests and needs of residents and visitors.

Although Downtown Martinez & Co. is best known for the variety of community events that we produce, we also offer support, advocacy, and education to our downtown businesses.

• Welcome Mat. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.
• Teamwork. We aim to build relationships with a wide spectrum of businesses, organizations and community members as we work to promote the downtown and businesses in our community together.
• Communication. We give people a voice by listening in an open exchange of information and perspectives.
• Embrace and Drive Change. We welcome it with an open mind and encourage creativity and innovation. We invest our time and energy in not only what is, but what can be.
• Efficiency. We are committed to optimizing our funding and community's resources throughout the organization. We will keep strong financial management and reporting practices to ensure the highest degree of financial stewardship.