Economic Development & Public Safety
The EPABID will offer support to existing businesses to increase stability and growth, improve the economic climate of the District to create business and employment opportunities, and work to find new businesses for available properties by implementing programs such as:
Business attraction program to bring new businesses and employment opportunities to the District, including items such as marketing materials for available properties, a maintained list of available properties, and additional professional support to implement the program
Business retention program to help existing businesses remain stable and grow through items such as training, promotional support, communication, connection to other businesses in the District, and assistance with private and public funding opportunities for small businesses
Assistance for property and business owners to upgrade and redevelop properties and enhance the identity of the District
Communication with the real estate community and development of opportunities for potential tenants and investors to visit available properties
Sidewalk and Facade Grants: The EPABID will address buildings and areas in the public right of way in need of repair and improvement with activities such as:
Creation of a matching grant reimbursement program to fund improvements to facades and sidewalks
Assistance to new and existing businesses with any additional available resources to improve their facades and sidewalks
Public Safety: The EPABID will work to keep the District safe for residents and visitors with programs such as:
Assistance connecting businesses with any available grants for public safety improvements
Communication with the local civic association and District Police to address any public safety needs
Security services as needed