"First impressions are often the truest..." This quote from English writer William Hazlitt is extremely poignant when promoting a business district. York Road isn't the only facelift game in town. At least one half dozen businesses have received a makeover courtesy of JCA's façade grant improvement program. Most recently funded by Montgomery County's Community Revitalization Program, the facades, signs and awnings of many downtown properties are enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the business district.

Before and after façade images: