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Downtown Development Authority

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Aug 21, 2026

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DDA Reviews Strategic Priorities and Projects

Published Aug 21, 2026

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Briefing

Jul 13, 2026

DDA Reviews Strategic Priorities and Projects

The board reviewed strategic priorities focused on relationship building, small-business support, placemaking, and housing, and will provide feedback for the next phase of planning.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jun 8, 2026

Business Outreach Plan Takes Shape

The Downtown Development Authority discussed launching business networking and outreach events, potentially beginning in fall 2026, to connect with Clarkston’s approximately 348 businesses and identify needed support.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

May 11, 2026

Clarkston DDA advances strategic planning

The Downtown Development Authority held a workshop to set tactical goals for community relationships, infrastructure, housing, small-business support, and placemaking. Directors were asked to submit strategy-mapping responses within one week, and the board approved a revised DDA logo by a 5-0 vote.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Apr 13, 2026

Downtown Security Cameras Are Now Installed

Security cameras funded through ARPA have been installed, but their specific locations were not disclosed because of public safety considerations. The 2025 crime report remains pending while staff works to improve data collection within the Downtown Development Authority boundaries.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Mar 9, 2026

DDA Adopts Revised Logo Option

The Downtown Development Authority voted 5-0 to adopt Logo Option 1 with font-size revisions for presentation to the City Council in April. The board also launched a strategic planning process focused on downtown vacancies, business conditions, displacement trends, incentives, and a five-year work plan.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Feb 17, 2026

Downtown safety information requested

Safety was identified as a key concern in the business survey. The board discussed obtaining a 2025 downtown crime report and the status of security equipment purchased with $400,000 in ARPA funds, but no vote was taken on that request.

2 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 26, 2026

DDA Approves Mission and Planning Contracts

The Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved its mission statement, vision statement and report, renewed its legal services contract, and approved Phase 2 strategic planning services. Each action passed 4-0.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Jan 12, 2026

Downtown strategy work advances

The board unanimously approved the scope of work for Phase 2 strategic planning services. It also deferred adoption of the Downtown Development Authority’s mission, vision, and report, and approved changes to the 2026 meeting schedule.

1 min readMunicipal coverage

Briefing

Sep 8, 2025

Clarkston Approves Digital Business Coupon Book

The Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved a 6-0 plan for a digital coupon book giving every Clarkston business a free basic listing for its first year. A pilot will begin with businesses owned by board members, followed by a public launch at the City’s October Trunk-or-Treat event.

1 min readMunicipal coverage