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General Info
“Altavista On Track”, Altavista’s Community Development Committee has been working toward the revitalization of our downtown district since 2004 as an affiliate of the Virginia Main Street Program. We are currently working closely with the Town and the Chamber to support local businesses and to implement the Master Plan.
The time has come, we feel, to pursue “full designation” with the Virginia Main Street Program. “Full designation” brings with it many services at no cost to us. These services are valued at $125,000 over the first three years of designation and include design consultation, technical training, and marketing and public relations advice in addition to the benefit of being part of a proven, successful method for redeveloping our downtown business district. All of these successes have been achieved through the hard work of volunteers who care deeply about this community. RETURN TO THE TOP
Virginia Main Street is part of the National Main Street Program. The Main Street approach advocates a return to community self-reliance and empowerment in rebuilding our commercial district based on its traditional assets of unique architecture, personal service, local ownership and a sense of community.
An economically viable and attractive downtown is a direct reflection of a community and its citizens. Together we can succeed in creating a place we can all be proud to call home.
Churches
The Town of Altavista offers many opportunities for worship and fellowship. Many different denominations, as well as non-denominational churches are in our area. Below is a listing of the various churches you have to choose from.
- Assemblies of God
- Baptist
- Catholic
- Church of Christ
- Church of Faith
- Church of God
- Church of God of Prophecy
- Episcopal
- Jehovah’s Witnesses
- Pentecostal
- Pentecostal Holiness
- Presbyterian
- Southern Baptist
- United Methodist
- Wesleyan
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Schools
There are many educational opportunities in Altavista. The public K-12 schools are operated by Campbell County and Pittsylvania County. We also have a pre-12 private school based here as well. Pre-schools are operated by several different organizations. Plus, we offer higher education through the Virginia Community College System.
Preschool:
- Altavista Area YMCA offers day care and preschool
- First Baptist Church offers preschool
- Faith Christian Academy offers preschool
- Head Start Program - Pittsylvania County (Doss Street, Altavista)
Elementary Schools:
- Hurt Elementary (Pittsylvania County School System)
- Altavista Elementary School (Campbell County School System) - The Current school building opened in the fall of 1995. Providing education for students Pre-K thru fifth grade. The school services approximately 700 students with fifty certified employees. Please visit the school online at www.campbell.k12.va.us/AES/.
- Altavista Elementary School 434-369-5665
Middle-High School:
- Altavista Combined School (Campbell County School System) Providing education for students 6th thru 12th grades. The school services students with certified employees. Please visit the school online at www.campbell.k12.va.us/AHS/.
- Altavista Middle/High School 434-369-4768
Private Schools:
- Faith Christian Academy is a preschool through K-12 private school based in Hurt, Virginia. They were founded in 1989 and currently enroll approximately 195 student. For more information call 434-324-8276. Please visit the school online at www.fcavirginia.com
Colleges and Universities in the Area:
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Revitalization
What is the Main Street Approach to Downtown Revitalization?
The Main Street program’s success is based on a comprehensive strategy of work, tailored to local needs and opportunities, in four broad areas, called
The Main Street Four Point Approach
Design: Enhancing the physical appearance of the commercial district by rehabilitating historic buildings, encouraging supportive new construction, developing sensitive design management systems, and long-term planning.
Organization: Building consensus and cooperation among the many groups and individuals who have a role in the revitalization process.
Promotion: Marketing the traditional commercial district’s assets to customers, potential investors, new businesses, local citizens and visitors.
Economic Restructuring: Strengthening the district’s existing economic base while finding ways to expand it to meet new opportunities -- and challenges from outlying development.
The Eight Principles
The Main Street: Four Point Approach succeeds only when combined with the following eight principles:
Comprehensive: A single project cannot revitalize a downtown or commercial neighborhood. An ongoing series of initiatives is vital to build community support and create lasting progress.
Incremental: Small projects make a big difference. They demonstrate that “things are happening” on Main Street and hone the skills and confidence the program will need to tackle more complex problems.
Self-Help: Although the Virginia Main Street can provide valuable direction and hands-on technical assistance, only local leadership can initiate long-term success by fostering and demonstrating community involvement and commitment to the revitalization effort.
Public/private partnership: Every local Main Street program needs the support and expertise of both the public and private sectors. For an effective partnership, each must recognize the strengths and weaknesses of the other.
Identifying and capitalizing on existing assets: One of the Main Street’s key goals is to help communities recognize and make the best use of their unique offerings. Local assets provide the solid foundation for a successful Main Street initiative.
Quality: From storefront design to promotional campaigns to special events, quality must be the main goal.
Change: Changing community attitudes and habits is essential to bring about a commercial district renaissance. A carefully planned Main Street program will help shift public perceptions and practices to support and sustain the revitalization process.
Action-oriented: Frequent, visible changes in the look and activities of the commercial district will reinforce the perception of positive change. Small, but dramatic improvements early in the process will remind the community that the revitalization effort is under way.
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Recreation
Altavista has excellent parks and community facilities available for use by citizens. English Park has ball fields, picnic pavilions, volleyball courts, basketball courts, and playground equipment. The Booker Building is located at English Park and is used for all types of gatherings, including family reunions, wedding receptions, and community events such as Uncle Billy’s Day. Shreve Park has playground equipment, ball fields, picnic pavilions, and an amphitheater. Other community facilities available for use are the Train Station and the Armory.
Both adult and youth sports programs are offered in Altavista through the YMCA. You do not need to be a member to take part in team sports activities. Youth sports programs include basketball, softball, baseball, soccer, and swim team. For more information, contact the YMCA Sports Director at 369-9622. Visit the YMCA on-line at: altavistaareaymca.com .
Campbell County Department of Recreation also offers programs to Altavista residents. For more information on their programs, contact the Recreation Department at 592-9570. RETURN TO THE TOP
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