City of Hamtramck Downtown Development Authority (DDA)

The City of Hamtramck Downtown Development Authority supports people, projects, and partnerships that further the economic growth and stability of a thriving Hamtramck. The DDA consists of two subcommittees: 1) Economic Vitality & Design and 2) Organization and Promotion.

For more information on these committees, see below. If you are interested in getting involved with the DDA as a volunteer, or one of its subcommittees, please contact ced@hamtramckcity.com.

From the Code of Ordinances

153.003 DETERMINATION OF NECESSITY.

The City Council hereby determines that it is necessary and in the best interest of the city to halt property value deterioration and increase property tax valuation where possible in the downtown business district and to eliminate the causes of deterioration and promote economic growth by establishing a downtown development authority pursuant to Public Act 197 of 1975, being MCLA §§ 125.1651 through 125.1680.

(Ord. 519, passed 5-23-2006)

Read more about the Hamtramck Downtown Development Authority: Hamtramck DDA Summary & Map

GET INVOLVED!

1. The DDA meetings and subcommittee meetings are open to the public. Review the schedule below and attend a future DDA meeting.
2. Make a pledge to donate to the Hamtramck DDA’s Michigan Main Street (MMS) Efforts. The Hamtramck DDA is officially working on becoming recognized as an Engaged Level Main Street Community.
3. Visit the Hamtramck Downtown District & support local businesses.
4. Volunteer for upcoming events, such as the Annual Merchant Meeting or the Labor Day Festival. Want to help with event set-up, or administrative support? Good at speaking to others and getting the word out about upcoming event? Contact us for more information.
5. If you have a business in the DDA, send us three to four high-quality photos of you store or business, along with a short summary, and we may post a highlight on the Hamtramck DDA social media. Send photos and summary to ced@hamtramckcity.com.

DDA Board Members

Ahmad Al-Hasan – Chair (Nice Price)
Andrew Dow – Vice-Chair (The Painted Lady)
Milo Madole – Treasurer (Shilman Silk Shop)
Mayor Amer Ghalib (Ex Officio)
Dr. Shamiran Golani – Secretary (Golani Dental Center)
Joan Bittner (Polish Art Center)
Dr. Karen Majewski (Tekla Vintage)
Anwar Hassan (Remas Restaurant)
Adam Alharbi (Bab Alyemen Shopping Center)
Brian Hoekstra
MD Abul Foej

Downtown Development Authority Bylaws
Boards and Commissions application

Beginning in September 2023, the DDA Board of Directors will be meeting on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:05pm on the third floor of City Hall (3401 Evaline). The meetings were previously on Thursdays. Meetings are open to the public.

2023 Meeting Schedule
January 18, 2023- Agenda Minutes
February 16, 2023 – Agenda  Minutes
March 16, 2023 – Agenda Minutes
April 20, 2023 – Agenda Minutes
May 18, 2023 – Cancelled
June 15, 2023 – Agenda Minutes
July 20, 2023 – Agenda Minutes
August 17, 2023 – Agenda Minutes
September 20, 2023
October 18, 2023
November 15, 2023
December 20, 2023

2022 Meeting Schedule
January 19, 2022 – Agenda
February 16, 2022 – Agenda
March 16, 2022 – Agenda
April 20, 2022 – Agenda
May 18, 2022 – Agenda Minutes
June 15, 2022 – Agenda Minutes
July 20, 2022 – Agenda Minutes
August 17, 2022 – Agenda Minutes
September 21, 2022 – Agenda – Cancelled
October 19, 2022 – Agenda Minutes
November 16, 2022 – Agenda Minutes
December 14, 2022 – Agenda Minutes

DDA Meeting Agendas (2021)

Agenda January 2021
Agenda February 2021
Agenda March 2021
Agenda April 2021
Agenda May 2021
Agenda June 2021
Agenda July 2021
Agenda August 2021
Agenda October 2021
Agenda November 2021
Agenda December 2021

Past DDA Meeting Minutes

• July 17, 2019
• August 21, 2019
• September 18, 2019
• October 16, 2019
• November 20, 2019
• December 18, 2019
• January 15, 2020
• February 19, 2020
• April 15, 2020
• May 20, 2020
• January 21, 2021
• February 17, 2021
• March 17, 2021
• April 21, 2021
• May 19, 2021
• June 16, 2021
• July 21, 2021
• August 18, 2021
• September 15, 2021
• October 20, 2021
• November 17, 2021
• December 15, 2021
• February 16, 2022
• March 16, 2022
• April 20, 2022
• May 18, 2022
• June 15, 2022

Economic Vitality and Design Committee

The mission of the Economic Vitality and Design Committee is to promote, encourage, and facilitate the development of responsible and properly planned business growth within the community in order to expand and strengthen the local economy and improve the quality of life enjoyed by locals and visitors.

One main purpose of the committee is to oversee the Downtown Sign and Façade Improvement Grant Program. We are currently seeking grants to restart this program. 

• Economic Vitality and Design Minutes 11-3-2021
• Economic Vitality and Design Minutes 12-1-2021

Organization and Promotion Committee

The mission is to ensure all stakeholders are working towards a shared vision while generating activity and fostering community pride to create a positive image of Hamtramck.  For meeting agendas and minutes, see below.

• Organization and Promotion Committee Meeting Agenda – June 9, 2021
• DDA Organization and Promotion Committee Agenda – July 14, 2021
• Organization and Promotion Committee Meeting Recap – July 14, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee Agenda — August 11, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee — Meeting Recap, August 11, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee Agenda — September 8, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee — Meeting Recap, September 8, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee Agenda — September 24, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee Agenda — October 13, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee — Meeting Recap — October 13, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee — Meeting Agenda — November 10, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee Meeting Agenda — December 8, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee Meeting Recap — December 8, 2021
• Organization & Promotion Committee Meeting Agenda — January 12, 2022
• Organization & Promotion Committee Meeting Recap — January 12, 2022
• Organization & Promotion Committee Meeting Agenda — April 6, 2022
• Organization & Promotion Committee Meeting Recap — April 6, 2022
• Organization & Promotion Committee Meeting Recap – May 11, 2022
• Organization Promotion Committee Meeting Agenda July 13, 2022
• Organization Promotion Committee Meeting Recap July 13, 2022
• Organization Promotions Committee Meeting Agenda October 18 2022
• Organization Promotions Committee Meeting Agenda December 14 2022 
• Organization Promotions Committee Meeting Minutes December 14 2022

Contact Information
For general inquiries, please contact:
ced@hamtramckcity.com
313-800-5233 ext. 818