DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is a public body existing by City charter and state enabled. Levies two mill taxes on downtown properties and collects taxes from the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. Revenues go right back into downtown services. This group manages the parking system and provides the resources for downtown marketing, business recruitment, and bricks and mortar projects.
The Kalamazoo DDA is responsible for financing and managing public improvements and facilities; selects hires and oversees the activities of engineers, architects, and contractors; acquires property through purchases, and in some cases, eminent domain; and serves as the legal and financial mechanism to further the downtown development aims of DKI.
The Downtown Development Authority Annual Report is a summary of the DDA's projects and programs. The most recent report is available to view and download here: 2012 DDA Annual Report.
The information packets and audio recordings of DDA Board meetings are available to download below.
Contact
Steve Deisler, 269.344.0795
Members
Lisa Carriveau
PNC Bank
Jim Escamilla, Vice Chair
Byce & Associates, Inc.
Bjorn Green
Tower Pinkster Titus
Bobby Hopewell, Mayor
City of Kalamazoo
Bob Miller
Western Michigan University
Ann Rohrbaugh, Treasurer
Kalamazoo Public Library
John Schmitt, Secretary
Downtown Resident
Chris Shook, Chair
Jim Gilmore Jr. Foundation
Stanley Steppes
Christian Alexander Wealth Advisors
Greg Taylor
Phoenix Properties
Derek Wissner
Memories Bridal & Evening Wear