From 2011 to 2020, Alberta Main Street worked to create a vibrant, creative, equitable, and sustainable commercial district serving residents and visitors to our community. All of the great things that happened on Alberta Street didn’t just happen—together, we made them happen.

Monthly Mixers

Alberta Main Street hosted regular mixers where neighbors, business owners, commercial property owners, and community leaders could connect and network. Local businesses like Imperial Bottle Shop & Taproom hosted these gatherings, with sponsorships from community partners like Alberta Eye Care.

Operation Clean Sweep

Each spring, Alberta Main Street organized the annual Earth Day Clean Up, presented by Pacific Power. Rain or shine, volunteers picked up litter, cleaned storm drains, and removed graffiti along NE Alberta Street between MLK and NE 33rd Ave. After the clean up, the community celebrated with pizza, Salt & Straw ice cream, and the Golden Garbage Awards.

Learn more about Operation Clean Sweep

Matching Mini Grant Program

Alberta Main Street awarded grant funds to Alberta Street business and commercial property owners to support and incentivize improvements to businesses and properties. This matching grant program meant the applicant paid a portion of the improvement and Alberta Main Street paid a portion. The level of match provided was determined based on length of ownership plus equity-focused funding priorities, with a maximum grant contribution of $2,500 per project.

Get Involved

Alberta Main Street was a volunteer-driven organization that relied on community stakeholder involvement to complete projects. Business owners, property owners, employees, residents, and anyone who loved this community contributed to the organization’s efforts and made an impact in the neighborhood.