Downtown Development Authority
Downtown Development Authorities began in Michigan in 1975 with the goal of revitalizing downtown areas which had seen a decline in patronage following World War II. To bring people back to downtowns, the DDA programs invest dollars and expertise to local projects and upgrading public areas.
Board Members
Al Navarro, Jr.
Member
Appointed on 05/23/2022
Heather Marks
Member
Appointed on 02/25/2019
Julie Goll
Member
Appointed on 06/26/2023
Brenda Butler
Current Secretary
Appointed on 06/09/2014
Mike Gunter
Member
Appointed on 11/24/2014
Bill Borchardt
Member
Appointed on 01/22/2024
Barb McHenry
Current Chairperson
Appointed on 06/26/2006
James Eitzen
Vice Chairperson
Appointed on 11/28/2022
Ellie Sayler
Youth Member
Appointed on 10/27/2023
Frank Seely
Member
Appointed on 09/26/2022
April Wolfe
Member
Appointed on 11/28/2022
About the DDA
With enthusiastic volunteers, hard work and inspiration, we will preserve the structures of yesterday, support our labors of today, and build our dreams of tomorrow. This will establish and maintain a prosperous and welcoming community for stakeholders, visitors and surrounding communities.
The Blissfield DDA/Main Street organization was founded on June 23, 2010 by Governor Jennifer Granholm. Since then, volunteers have put in tens of thousands of hours to make this program a success. Their efforts have produced exciting events and projects aimed at improving and celebrating our great historic community.
Village of Blissfield TIF Plan – What is a TIF Plan? Tax-increment financing (TIF) is a redevelopment tool that allows increased property taxes generated because of new development to be captured by a separate legal taxing authority.
Our Projects:
2024 Impact Report
Master Plan
Visitor Profile & Event Analysis
DDA / Economic Development Director
Since 2022Laura Nichols
Blissfield Main Street
Address
130 S. Lane St
Blissfield, MI 49228