In Episode 8 of the LorainCounty.com Business Insights Podcast, host Ed Skimin speaks with Monet Roberts, the Executive Director of the Elyria Community Partnership. They discusses the crucial mission of her organization in revitalizing Elyria by enhancing the city downtown and improving community life.
She also explains their initiatives which include hosting events, supporting local businesses, a housing project and downtown murals. Monet emphasizes the importance of community involvement in creating a vibrant Elyria.
She also provides insights from her unique personal journey that led to her leading Elyria Community Partnership.
Elyria Community Partnership - Revitalizing Elyria
00:01 Introduction and Overview
00:52 Monet Roberts: The Executive Director of Elyria Community Partnership
01:00 The Mission and Objectives of Elyria Community Partnership
01:36 The History and Evolution of Elyria Community Partnership
02:15 Services and Activities of Elyria Community Partnership
02:58 The Role of Elyria Community Partnership in Business Development
03:40 Elyria Community Partnership's Housing Initiatives
04:38 Creating Vibrancy in Downtown Elyria
06:02 Funding and Support for Elyria Community Partnership
06:59 Measuring Success at Elyria Community Partnership
07:48 Monet Roberts: Personal Journey and Goals
10:40 Getting Involved with Elyria Community Partnership
11:51 Conclusion and Final Remarks