After a seven year long effort to establish a Business Improvement District (BID) for the Court-Smith economic corridor, we are redirecting our efforts. Although we had staunch support from many members in the community, both business and residential, we also had a vocal minority on Court Street who adamantly opposed the BID and because a successful BID needs strong support we found it necessary to change our focus.
We look, however, at the aftermath of the pandemic on Smith Street, the dirty sidewalks, shuttered storefronts, struggling proprietors, and overflowing garbage cans, and recognize the need for a BID is stronger now than ever. That is why we are turning, with renewed determination and inspiration, to establishing a BID solely for Smith Street.
Our primary objective in establishing a Smith Street BID is to:
Support local businesses through marketing and events that bring more visitors and shoppers to the neighborhood.
Cleaner greener streets
Building a retailer network that informs the BID effort, and giving the corridor a stronger voice with the city's administration.
We seek to build a livelier more connected residential community through these efforts.
We thank you for your past support of the Court-Smith BID effort and look forward to seeing you in the neighborhood. Stay tuned for updates from the NEW Smith Street BID formation effort