Collegeville Main Street Program Design Committee Awards  
Golden Brush Award

The Collegeville Main Street Program (CMSP) Design Committee honored Frank Sautner and Vince Giancaterino of DaVinci’s Pub with the Golden Brush award on Tuesday, December 15th at their monthly Board of Director’s meeting.  This is the second time that a Collegeville Main Street business has been presented the award.

The Golden Brush award was developed by the CMSP Design Committee to acknowledge those who have done an exceptional job in maintaining, renovating, or updating their Main Street Property.  Debbie Riegner, chair of the Design Committee explained that DaVinci’s Pub was chosen for several reasons, “Frank and Vince have done a wonderful job maintaining the improvements that were previously made.  The landscaping is always attractive and the outside lighting and advertising help to draw people to the street.”

Cindy Whitby, owner of Whitby Jewelers and Design Committee member added that DaVinci’s Pub is a highly visible business on Main Street.  “DaVinci’s is the first business one sees upon entering Collegeville.  The property maintenance is reflective of their support of the Main Street revitalization initiative.”

Recipients of the Golden Brush Award receive a gold brush to be displayed prominently for others to see.  A removable sign is also placed in front of their property announcing that they are winners of the award.  The sign has encouraged people to stop in and inquire about the award as well as extend congratulations.  

The Design Committee is looking forward to awarding grants to property owners within the identified Main Street district once funding is received from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development.  This grant money will spur interest in improving properties and assist in the costs associated with enhancements.  

For more information on the Golden Brush Award, the Collegeville Main Street Program or to get involved on the Design Committee, please contact Linda Flederbach, Main Street Manager, at (610) 454-1050 or e-mail manager@collegevilledevelopment.org.