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