Downtown is a densely settled commercial core of a community that serves as its social and economic center.
Photo Credit: Downtown Muskegon, MI
Downtown acts as a key defining feature of a community's overall sense of place.
Photo Credit: Downtown Frankenmuth, MI
Downtown is multi-functional with places to shop, work, dine, live, worship, and enjoy a variety of cultural offerings.
Photo Credit: Downtown Farmington
Calls To Action
Strengthening Downtowns
Membership in 2026
230
New Members in 2026
5
Educational Opportunities in 2026
30
Increased MDA Facebook Reach
79.2%
Legislative Visits in 2026
80
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Dewitt Seeks DDA Coordinator
The City of DeWitt Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of DDA Coordinator.
Read MoreMDA Launches Summer Social Campaign: #MeetMeDowntown
Michigan summers are made for downtown adventures, and we're inviting you to celebrate the places that make our communities special.
The...
Adrian Seeks DDA Director
Adrian Main Street DDA
The Adrian Main Street DDA is seeking a collaborative, forward-thinking leader to advance the vitality and long-term...
The Power of Networking: Why Downtown Leaders Are Stronger Together
Downtown management is both isolating and deeply rewarding. Between tight budgets, limited staff capacity, board management, event coordination,...
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2025 Achievements
230 Members
6 New MiPDM Participants
3 In-Person DDA Board Trainings
Quarterly Legislative Update to Members
Retained Services of Midwest Strategy Group
70 In Person Legislator Visits
15 Business Associate Members
300+ Event Attendees
MDA Blog
News & Blog ArchiveMDA Launches Summer Social Campaign: #MeetMeDowntown
Michigan summers are made for downtown adventures, and we're inviting you to celebrate the places that make our communities special.
The...
The Power of Networking: Why Downtown Leaders Are Stronger Together
Downtown management is both isolating and deeply rewarding. Between tight budgets, limited staff capacity, board management, event coordination,...
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Our friends at Civic Clarity by Accunet offer helpful tips on how to post Canva images on your website for all to enjoy.
Read MoreHow the MDA Committees Strengthen Michigan’s Downtowns
The MDA’s mission to support vibrant, thriving downtowns across the state is powered by the dedication and expertise of our members....
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