MAIN STREET AMERICA

City maintains nationally designated status

Elgin has once again earned accredited status as a 2026 nationally designated Main Street America city, the organization’s highest designation level.

Of 1,291 communities nationwide, only 838 achieved the designation, which recognizes long-term downtown revitalization and economic impact efforts. Elgin has participated in the Texas Main Street Program since 1990 and has maintained accredited status since 1999.