Facade Grant Awards - Chalfonte Theatre & Elk Rapids Marina
Congratulations to Chalfonte Theatre/Elk Rapids Cinema and Elk Rapids Marina - 603 Bridge Street!
The DDA is thrilled to announce it was able to award the bulk of the $40,000 available for facade grants in the Fall 2025 applications. Each of the applicants received grants in the amount of $17,89620.
Chalfonte Theatre/Elk Rapids Cinema improvements include:
Neon Restoration: Original Art Deco neon lighting will be fully restored
Digital Display Installation: A new, programmable digital display will replace the old metal letterboard
Underside Marquee Renovation: The metal panels under the marquee will be removed, cleaned, and repaired. Lighting beneath the marquee will be upgraded and enhanced.
Elk Rapids Marina - 603 Bridge Street improvements include:
Upgraded facade facing US-31
Two 16'W x 11'H “fullview” overhead garage doors
18'W x 9'H storefront windows.
Brick veneer and trim replacement
New signage
TAKE NOTE:
Beginning next fiscal year, facade grant applications will be due in fall 2026.
The DDA is also eligible to apply for up to $25K in matching grants on behalf of businesses in the district as part of the MEDC Match on Main program. Be on the lookout for details on next year’s Match on Main grant program. Bos Wine received this award in 2025.