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
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Downtown Holland DDA Director
City of Holland Downtown Development Authority Coordinator We are seeking applicants for our Downtown Development Authority Coordinator...
Read MoreCity of Petoskey Downtown Manager Position
The City of Petoskey is seeking applicants for the Position of Downtown Manager. This person will be responsible for programs and projects...
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 MoreCharter Township of Oscoda Economic Improvement Director
The Charter Township of Oscoda (population 6,997), Iosco County, Michigan is seeking an experienced and progressive Economic Development...
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2023 Achievements
8 New MiPDM Participants
Downtown Social District Webinar
MiPDM Scholarship Announced
Quarterly Legislative Update to Members
40+ In Person Legislator Visits
Featured in MML's 'Review'
8 Business Associate Members
60+ Summer Workshop Attendees
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Spotlight 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...
Read MoreA New Chapter For A Detroit Business
A small business microloan helped Ne’Gyle, the owner of Bleu Bowtique in Downtown Detroit, start a new chapter for his men’s...
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