Downtown Revitalization

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Tiffin's downtown has been undergoing a tremendous resurgence in the last few years, and it is truly exciting to see. Key Initiatives:
  • Around the Town: More than 1,000 Heidelberg and Tiffin University students have an opportunity to see what more than 60 Tiffin businesses and organizations are all about.
  • Downtown Strategic Plan
  • Façade Enhancement Grants: One of the most successful programs in the country. In 2015, $100,000 was set aside by the city and $700,550 was reinvested back into Downtown Tiffin.
  • Farmers Market: Sponsored by the Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Services held every second and fourth Saturday of the month. Draws 1,000+ people downtown.
  • Leadership Seneca County
  • Main Street Program
  • Wayfinding
Projects 2014:
  • Another Man’s Treasure: Second-hand shop that features furniture, appliances, collectibles and antiques.
  • Downtown Mural:
  • Empire at 138: Upscale restaurant that brings a historic flair to white tablecloth dining in downtown Tiffin.
  • FroZone: Build-your-own frozen yogurt shop, which features 12 yogurt choices and a topping bar.
  • JT’s Bagel Bar: Features their famous donuts, bagels and various bagel sandwiches for take-out.
  • Ma Chere Claire: Boutique that sells clothing, accessories, jewelry and more.
  • RE/MAX: Full service agency, specializing in real estate listings, farm ground sales, estate auctions, and information for home owners and buyers.
  • Simply Susan’s: “Unique boutique” and gift shop. Offerings include chocolates made in-house, customizable sugar cookies, craft supplies, scrapbooking basics and apparel.
  • Surge Staffing: Employee recruitment service with more than 60 locations nationwide
  • Vintage Chick: Repurposed, restyled and shabby-chic furniture, as well as antiques and decorations.
  • WFR Real Estate:
Investments:
Building Exterior