The Northville Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was established by City ordinance in August 1978 under Michigan Public Act 197. The Authority was established to give the City of Northville tools to assist in the redevelopment of the then declining downtown area.
The DDA coordinates and supports activities to promote, recruit, and retain the economic viability of the downtown area. It also acts as an advocate for a safe, clean and attractive central business district. A strong downtown center is a major attraction for development and enhances the quality of the life for the entire community. As part of its mission, the DDA works to promote economic growth by combining public and private resources and initiatives that, together, help drive development and position Northville and its downtown for success.
Purpose
The purpose of the DDA is to enhance the quality of life for the residents of the greater Northville area through economic and physical revitalization of the downtown business district. Downtown Development Authorities operate under Public Act 197 and have the power to conduct an analysis of economic changes taking place in the downtown district; long range planning for the downtown area; land acquisition and improvement; building construction, improvement, rehabilitation, maintenance and operation; and construction and maintenance of public facilities such as sidewalks, parking lots, streets, street lighting, community centers, and parks.
Boundaries
The DDA boundaries have been amended several times over the years and encompass much of the central business district. The boundaries are Dunlap to the north, Cady Street to the south, Wing Street to the west, and Griswold to the east. The DDA boundaries are once again being reviewed for revisions in an effort to bring more of the commercial areas within the DDA boundaries for planning purposes.
Board of Directors
The DDA is governed by a 11 member board of directors. A majority of the members shall be persons having an interest in property located in the downtown district. One member shall be a resident of said district. The 11 member board is appointed by the mayor for staggered four year terms.
Northville Downtown Development Authority is not affiliated with AmericanTowns Media
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