The DDA Mission
A strong downtown center is a major attraction for development
and enhances the quality of life in the community. As part
of its mission, the DDA promotes economic growth by combining
public and private community resources and initiatives which,
together, help drive development and position Coldwater and
its downtown for success.
The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was established
in 1982 under the Downtown Develeopment Authority Act, Public
Act 197 of 1975. The Authority has a nine member Board of Directors
who provides direction to the Director.
The DDA has in place a series of programs to assist new and
current downtown businesses to offset the costs of restoration
and building repair. In addition, the DDA works with area financial
institutions on various loan programs to assist downtown businesses.
The Coldwater Downtown Development Authority (DDA) coordinates and supports projects and activities to protect and to promote the infrastructure, economic viability and positive appearance of downtown Coldwater.
The Downtown Development Authority coordinates and cooperates
with the Downtown Business Association (DBA), the Coldwater/Branch
County Chamber of Commerce, the Branch County Economic Growth
Alliance, and the Branch County Tourism Council in drawing
more people, both visitors and residents, to Branch County
and downtown Coldwater. For more information, please contact
the Coldwater Downtown Development Authority at (517) 279-6902.
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