EVENT NOTICES!!!
First Downtown Marketing and Special Events Meeting
The Re:New DeKalb Downtown Marketing and Special Event Committee will hold its first meeting on Wednesday July 2 at 8:30 a.m. at the RNDK office. All those interested in serving on the committee should attend. We will review the current budget and start to develop a calendar of events for FY09 Committee members must be contributing Marketing and Special Event Partners. Please RSVP by June 27 at 815-748-7788 or email at jennifer@renewdekalb.com. To find out more about becoming an partner call 815-748-7788.
July Rise and Revitalize
We will hold the July R&R on the 30th at 8:30 a.m. at the Stage Coach Players Theatre. We will present the Downtown Marketplace Strengthening Report that RNDK has been preparing for several months. This report contains important information for all downtown property and business owners. Please plan to attend!
Please rsvp at 815-748-7788
Farmers Market Has Moved To S. 4th and Grove
Due to the construction in Parking lot #4 the market has been temporarily relocated to Parking lot #3 at S. 4th and Grove. Join us every Thursday from Noon to 6p.m.
Re:New DeKalb, Inc. Construction Updates
CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN THE WEEK OF JUNE 22. WEBCAM COMING SOON!
Parking Lot #4: Summer / Fall 2008
Construction to begin at the end of the week of June 22, 2008. Parking Lot 4 will be closed entirely at this point and time until resurfacing is completed. Palmer Ct. will remain open for deliveries and business use, but parking will be prohibited. Due to the construction all business owners, employees and residents are asked to park in the 12 hour lot north of Locust on 2nd Street. On street parking will be in high demand by customers.
We will also hold weekly meetings for questions and concerns. The construction office for this project will be located across the street from Parking Lot #4 on Locust. View the plan images:
Pedestrian Pass Thru: Summer/ Fall 2008
Demolition of 231 E. Lincoln Hwy is complete. This area will serve as the pedestrian pass thru from Parking Lot #4 to Lincoln Highway. Construction will continue in this area throughout the summer. The area is planned to include a roof type structure, public art, lighting, benches, and a security camera.
Day 1 - See the demolition
Day 2 - See the demolition
East Lincoln Highway Improvements: August 2008
Starting in August of 2008 East Lincoln Highway from 4th—11th Streets will undergo the following improvements:
4-7th Street: Installation of new lighting, street furniture, and sidewalk improvements
11th Street Lincoln Highway Gazebo with Visitors Center
Road Improvements: August/September 2008
East Lincoln Highway from 4th Street in downtown DeKalb to Loves Rd will be milled down and resurfaced. This project will greatly enhance the look and function of this important gateway into central DeKalb.
Redevelopment & Demolition:
Former bank building at the corner of ILRT 38 and ILRT 23 will be demolished and marketed for redevelopment in August of 2008.
Richoz-Sullivan lot 1 - See the demolition
Richoz-Sullivan lot 2 - See the demolition
Richoz-Sullivan lot 3 - See the demolition
Re:New DeKalb, Inc. Strategic Initiatives
Our Vision
A vital Downtown is essential to ensure economic prosperity and a high quality of life for all DeKalb area residents.
Our Mission
The Board of Directors and the staff of Re:New DeKalb will lead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that stimulate, improve, and enhance the Downtown area, creating positive effects for the entire community.
Initial Strategic Initiatives
Our actions are driven by our vision; we identify four key initiatives for our first two years of operation:
Communicate the vision for Downtown DeKalb
Develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to “tell and sell our story” to targeted audiences locally, regionally, and nationally.
Engage in Strategic Partnerships with the City of DeKalb
Partner with the City of DeKalb in key projects to assign roles efficiently, address issues in redevelopment policy, assemble financial resources, and advocate for Downtown redevelopment.
Ensure visible results in the Downtown
Ensure that the long-term nature of Downtown redevelopment provides visible signs of progress on a regular basis. Re:New DeKalb is committed to using the Downtown DeKalb Revitalization Plan as the blueprint for moving forward.
Re:New DeKalb will also ensure that Downtown events continue to bring more people into the Downtown on a regular basis.
Develop and implement a long-term sustainable funding plan for Re:New DeKalb
Re:New DeKalb will develop a long-term funding plan for Downtown events and for its own operations.
