The financial assistance program described below is intended to reimburse eligible business owners for façade upgrades or alterations to building exteriors.
Doors, windows, siding
Business Signage
Outdoor Lighting Improvements
Exterior Masonry, Paint
Attached Awnings
Up to 100% reimbursement, max $10,000 per property per year (one application annually).
Limit of two façade grants per property over two years.
Add-ons: $7,500 design, $10,000 outdoor space, $5,000 public art.
The Southtown Corridor Improvement Authority (CIA) was formed to empower the community’s voice in guiding and shaping positive changes in Southeast Grand Rapids.
Vision
Make Southtown a destination within Grand Rapids that is celebrated for its vibrant diversity, culture, history, and charm.
Mission
Promote Southtown’s unique identity to draw a diverse customer base, help businesses thrive and create gathering places for residents and visitors.
The Southtown CIA boundaries include the following business districts: Alger Heights, Boston Square, Franklin & Eastern, Madison Square, Seymour Square, and Division South (between Wealthy & Hall)
With the use of tax increment funding (TIF), the Southtown CIA Board is responsible for investments that support the needs of business districts.
William DeJong (Vice Chair)
Reuben Ramos (Secretary)
Kelsey Perdue (3rd Ward Commissioner)
Kenneth Hoskins
To join one of the three Southtown committees:
Business Development, Design and Marketing, contact info@southtowngr.com.
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