Strengthening Downtowns
Membership in 2023
214
New Members in 2023
23
Educational Opportunities in 2023
37
Increased MDA Facebook Reach
79.2%
Legislative Visits in 2023
55
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10-Part Webinar Series 'Downtown Management Training'
The MDA is proud to announce the launch of a 10-part webinar series dedicated to educating downtown managers and downtown management board...
Read MoreCity of Trenton Seeks DDA Director
The City of Trenton is looking for qualified candidates interested in applying for the position of Downtown Development Authority (DDA)...
Read MoreHousing Solutions Part 1
In our latest episode of In MI Downtown, hear how Charlevoix is addressing the lack of available housing to the local workforce.
Read MoreEveryone Except Ted
Our latest podcast, Everyone Except Ted, is now available. Hear how to make your downtown more inviting and evocative of a sense of safety...
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2023 Achievements
8 New MiPDM Participants
Downtown Social District Webinar
First Ever MiPDM Scholarship Awarded
Quarterly Legislative Update to Members
55 In Person Legislator Visits
Featured in MML's 'Review'
8 Business Associate Members
250+ Event Attendees
MDA Blog
Looking For Ways To Tackle Michigan's Housing Crisis?
Our friends at McKenna provide examples of Michigan communities working on the current housing 'crisis'.
Read MoreSpotlight on Michigan's Downtowns
Spotlight on Michigan’s Downtowns MEDC works with communities of all sizes across Michigan to help preserve and revitalize their...
Read MoreBenefits of Using Warm White LED Area and Street Lighting
As cites expand, so does the need for street and area lighting. However, the unintended consequence of light pollution has become a growing...
Read MoreReading Downtown Master Plan: High Time for Change
A major challenge to urban planning and economic development is timing. Is a steady stream of patrons and access to new pots of money enough...
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