Author Archives: mdcadmin
Welcome to our new online home
We’ve been working to integrate key components of the Downtown Meridian renewal and redevelopment efforts into one comprehensive online resource for you. As you navigate the new site, you will see sections devoted to Destination Downtown, our master plan vision … Continue reading
September Gathering Focused on Mobility
Mobility was the focus of the September Destination Downtown gathering, with several presentations focused on providing attendees with a comprehensive picture of transportation initiatives and efforts involving downtown Meridian. Several members of the City of Meridian’s Planning Department shared aspects … Continue reading
What It’s Like to Work in a Business Incubator
What is it like to work in a business incubator environment? I can only speak of the working conditions of the Ground Floor Business Incubator located in Meridian, Idaho due to the fact that it is the ONLY incubator I’ve ever … Continue reading
Channel 7: Urban market attracts business to downtown Meridian
Channel 7: Urban market attracts business to downtown Meridian
Livability & Public Art
One of the key goals of Destination Downtown’s Livability Committee is to enhance Downtown Meridian’s strong character and continue to develop a welcoming and beautiful atmosphere. Developing this atmosphere involves a number of components, which are broken down into three areas … Continue reading
August Meeting Update – Prosperity
When the Prosperity Committee, led by Chair Craig Slocum, met on August 25 they reviewed the priority projects as identified in the Prosperity Focus Area Implementation Plan. Those projects include: P1 – Encourage investment in and redevelopment of the southern portion … Continue reading
August Meeting Update – Sustainability
The Sustainability Committee includes Jim Escobar (MDC representative), Pete Friedman (City of Meridian), Mark Dooley and John McCarthy. Mark has volunteered to act in a lead role for the group. During the August 25 meeting, Jim and Pete discussed the … Continue reading
Downtown Champions – Prosperity Committee
We hope you will be able to join us on Wednesday, August 25 for the next meeting of our Downtown Champions. If you have an interest in participating in the Prosperity Committee, we’ll be focusing on three areas: Job Creation, … Continue reading
Downtown Champions – Mobility Committee
We hope you will be able to join us on Wednesday, August 25 for the next meeting of our Downtown Champions. If you have an interest in participating in the Mobility Committee, we’ll be focusing on three areas: Transit Supportive, … Continue reading
Downtown Champions – Sustainability Committee
We hope you will be able to join us on Wednesday, August 25 for the next meeting of our Downtown Champions. If you have an interest in participating in the Sustainability Committee, we’ll be focusing on three areas: Economic Sustainability, … Continue reading