Great Bend Alive

Joe Andrasek

"Having owned a downtown business for many years, I see the value in continuing to invest in our downtown to create new opportunities for our community"

Cody Schmidt

"As Mayor of Great Bend, I am invested in creating an atmosphere that our community gathers in, makes memories in ntation. ners. and welcomes others to join"

Justin Engleman

"With familial roots to 1878 in Barton County, the history of Great Bend and the surrounding area is very important to I Alive is for myself and my family. Great Bend has such a rich history, value the importance of the preservation and vitality of roup visits " loft presentation downtown for future generations, making it a viable attraction to those visiting to create lasting memories."

Mark Bitter

"Progress is never finished, having an inspired group focused on a vibrant Main Street is important for our community."

Tory Blew

"I'm here to create a place in Kansas where families and friends always know they can come to enjoy their 21 2021 time together and make lasting memories.

Mark Calcara

"People initially measure the economic vitality of your community by the appearance of your downtown. We have a vibrant, thriving community, so we need to make sure we have a downtown that reflects that." 

Sheryl Cheely

"When I got involved in the My Town group 15 years we collectively created a vision for downtown. I'm thrilled to be a part of this organization and see so many of those visions coming to life"

Molly Bailly

"After moving back to Great Bend and seeing all of the enthusiasm for meaningful expansion and growth that was happening in and around the area really motivated me to put my hat in the ring and get involved. I want to help ensure that those who come here to visit, live, and pass through, get to experience the excitement that we have for our town, downtown, and community."

Gleason Loft

"My goal is to help improve the quality of life for the residents of Great Bend."

Ryan Fairchild

 "A healthy, thriving Main Street is a key for civic pride and growth"

Lee Ann June

"Downtown is the heart of Great Bend and the place I frequent the most. I enjoy being a part of the for loft presen positive changes happening to enhance this community asset!"

Sara Arnberger

"Some of my greatest memories growing up in GB come from downtown! I'm hoping to be apart of d for creating those memories for the next generations!"

Allene Owen

"I'm apart of the Main Street group because I love Great Bend and want to preserve our history and make our downtown come alive once again!"