DDA Story: Unveiling the Essence of our Passion & Purpose

DDA stands for Downtown Development Authority.  In 1975, the Michigan Legislature allowed communities like Romeo to establish a Downtown Development Authority.

According to the Act, the purpose of a DDA includes:

  • Correcting and preventing deterioration in business districts.
  • Encouraging historic preservation.
  • Authorizing the creation and implementation of development plans in the districts.
  • Promoting the economic growth of the districts.
  • Creating a Downtown Development Authority Board.
  • DDAs may raise revenue for physical improvements through several methods, including: tax increment financing, issuing revenue bonds, tax levy, and grants.
  • The primary goal of the Romeo Downtown Development Authority is to promote and preserve the economic health and stability of our wonderful downtown.