DRINKING FOUNTAINS; ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO BE HELPFUL / USEFUL

Something as mundane as a drinking fountain in your down town has the opportunity to be greatly appreciated by those who are visiting.  If you have the cash to install drinking fountains, the cost difference of adding additional amenities for pets is minimal.  Here some examples of what has been done elsewhere:

DOWN TOWNS WITH DAMAGED BUILDING EXTERIORS?  NO PROBLEM!

Most down towns have property owners who are less than eager to keep up the appearance of their buildings (bless their hearts).  While this isn't a "good" thing, there are still opportunities to turn a negative into a positive.     Here are a few examples of where damaged exteriors have been transformed into a "oh wow! cool!" experience:     Getting their permission BEFORE getting creative on their property is always a good idea.