Revitalizing Communities - Maryland Downtown Development Association Fact Sheet

The Maryland Downtown Development Association (MDDA) is a statewide organization of professionals aggressively promoting the health and vitality of Maryland's downtowns and traditional commercial business districts through its conferences, newsletter, mentoring and professional network. Those who benefit from membership include:

• Mayors & Elected Officials
• City Managers
• Planners
• Merchants
• Consultants
• Economic and Community Development Officials
• Special Assessment District Managers
• Local Development Corporations
• Business Associations
• Nonprofit Organizations

MDDA is an opportunity for you to be a part of a statewide network of professionals sharing common concerns on Main Street. Stay current with up-to-date information from other towns throughout the State, or, as a part of our volunteer resource base, assist MDDA in bringing innovative technical assistance to other communities.

MDDA is your voice in Annapolis, making you aware of issues that affect commercial revitalization, and informing legislators of your needs.

MDDA works with State agencies, such as Maryland's Department of Housing and Community Development, Department of Transportation, and Department of Business and Economic Development, to provide enhanced services to Maryland's downtowns.

MDDA keeps you informed on issues that concern you: new planning techniques, marketing to enhance your downtown, reports on the latest trends in retailing, reaping the economic benefits of tourism, innovative financing, business recruitment and retention, promotions, historic preservation, and loan and grant programs available for revitalization.

MDDA puts you in touch with the issues, people and programs that are making things happen throughout the State.

For More Information, Contact:

Stan Ruchlewicz, President
410-848-5294