Mandan holiday pop-up launched

Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save CHARLES CRANE Bismarck Tribune The Mandan City Commission approved a request from the Mandan Growth Fund on Tuesday to kickstart a program to attract businesses and fill vacant downtown storefronts during the holiday season. The Pop-Up Shop Rental Assistance will provide short-term rental aid to qualifying businesses that occupy approved vacant commercial spaces on Main Street between Collins Avenue and Sixth Avenue Northwest during the Holiday Lights on Main season, according to City Business Development and Communications Director Madison Cermak. Holiday Lights on Main runs nightly from 5-10 p.m. from Nov. 27 through Jan. 7, featuring numerous lighted displays at Dykshoorn and Heritage parks. People are also reading… City and state leader and legendary entertainer Bill Sorensen dies Adams County man faces federal charges accusing him of sex crimes involving underage girls Fargo woman pleads not guilty to Burleigh County drug, escape charges Ballot mix-up prevents some Bismarck voters from voting in District 7 race Hundreds of North Dakota deer hunters request license refunds LIVE UPDATE: Tracking today's election in ND -- Fedorchak wins North Dakota U.S. House race Morton County man sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to meth trafficking charges Both North Dakota constitutional ballot measures fail on Election Night UPDATE: Bismarck Public Schools’ $116.5M bond fails, falling short of 60% approval RFK Jr. in Bismarck: Indian Health Service hospitals will follow new dietary guidelines North Dakota county commission races targeted by out-of-state PAC ads Bismarck man sentenced to prison after probation search reveals cocaine UPDATE: Wells County man, woman killed in crash involving semi identified McKenzie County woman pleads not guilty to charge stemming from death of her daughter LaCoe, Munson, Splonskowski win Burleigh County Commission seats "The Pop-Up Shop Rental Assistance Pilot Program is an opportunity to showcase local entrepreneurs while bringing new energy to downtown Mandan during the holiday season," Cermak said. "By helping reduce startup costs, we hope to encourage creative business concepts, increase foot traffic and highlight the potential of our available downtown commercial spaces." The Mandan Growth Fund committee proposed a $15,000 expenditure to fund the program, which would provide rental assistance equal to 50% of the participating businesses' monthly rent, up to a maximum of $7 per square foot per month for a threemonth lease term. The program's funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis until the $15,000 allocation is exhausted, according to Cermak. She and her staff identified around a dozen vacant suites and storefronts on Main Street. Cermak said property owners with vacancies on avenues off Main Street would also be able to apply. Participating businesses must maintain minimum operating hours of 4-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays during the Holiday Lights on Main season. Additionally, applicants must negotiate and execute leases directly with property owners and provide all business documentation, North Dakota sales and use tax permits, Secretary of State registration verification, and proof of insurance. "Between the Friday after Thanksgiving and Jan. 9, we figure roughly 60,000 (people) visit the lights, so it's quite the opportunity for somebody who wants to temporarily get their toes wet, more or less," Mandan Mayor Jim Froelich said. Interested businesses and property owners can obtain application materials and additional information at cityofmandan.com/popup . Reach Charles Crane at 701250-8252 or charles.crane @bismarcktribune.com. 0 Comments Love 0 Funny 0 Wow 0 Sad 0 Angry 0 Be the first to know Get local news delivered to your inbox! Sign up! * I understand and agree that registration on or use of this site constitutes agreement to its user agreement and privacy policy .