To Benefit the DTC Membership
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In today's world, urban management organizations are operating in a complex marketplace underscored by intense competition, reduced funding and ongoing shifts in the economic development landscape. Downtown leaders need to continually refine their skills to enhance their district's assets and maintain a competitive advantage. We are very excited that I have been selected to be one of 26 professionals from across the globe chosen to participate in the International Downtown Association (IDA) Leader Fellowship Program. More than 800 applied, which speaks to the caliber of this program. This IDA Fellowship will use the City of New York as a classroom; participants will travel to various boroughs around NYC and learn strategies and techniques used in creating vibrant downtown areas. The training is done in partnership with Baruch College and leadership development firm Coro. Coro Fellows Alumni include Diane Feinstein, US Senator; Carlos Menchaca, NY City Council; and Michael Bennet, US Senator. The Fellowship is a week-long experiential program that will bring together a cohort of IDA professionals from within the urban district management industry. The fellows will learn essential leadership and place management skills, and gain practical tools in the area of economic development, the live-work-play experience, and public-private partnerships. This Fellowship is an educational opportunity for me to broaden my understanding of place management in the greater downtown community beyond the core area of expertise, and is certain to benefit our organization. Unique connections and relationships will be forged with the members of the fellowship cohort as well.
Grateful and excited,
Pegg A.K. Gustafson |
Welcome New Member
|  Spice of Life Tea is located at 820 W. St. Germain Street. Terri Emmerich became the new owner with a new name about a year ago. (320) 240-2050
This shop is a hidden treasure! Spice of Life offers numerous teas by the cup or in bulk, coffee, herbs and spices. They emphasize local products and also serve croissants from Collegeville Artisan Bakery and baked goods from the Good Earth. Stop by to enjoy this delightful place. They also participate in the Downtown Art Crawls -- next up, June 10th.
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Office Relocates This Week
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We have access to our email, but in case you can't reach the office via phone, contact Pegg on her cell at 320.333.9510.
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Adopt-A-Planter Program
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Downtown Marketing Campaign on Hold
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 One of our roles as a membership organization is to strengthen Downtown's image by showing it as an activity center that features an eclectic mix of offerings. The DTC coordinated a 6-month cooperative promotional effort in order to offer an affordable option for Downtown businesses to expand their outreach. The focus of the campaign - the notion of unexpected flavors - speaks to the dynamic assortment of findings, the DNA, that's uniquely Downtown. After visiting over 100 businesses, we decided to put a HOLD on the Campaign for this year; many had not included the $600 - $900 in their budgets for 2016. We ask that the 620+ businesses in Downtown that see this as benefiting all of Downtown and your business, include this expense in your budgets for 2017. We plan to secure commitments again in January and February, with a launch of April - September.    |
Distinctly Downtown
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So many projects are already in the pipeline or soon to begin. This is just a snippet of what the DTC is involved in. - The 501 Building will complete their restoration this week.
- The new parking ramp will be completed this Fall.
- We're planting approximately 1,000 flowers June 1st.
- The Beaver Island Trail expansion will soon be finished.
- The Mississippi Riverwalk plans are moving forward.
- Streetscape planning for 5th Avenue and West St. Germain will soon be underway.
- A Downtown Sculpture Walk will soon be installed.
- Summertime by George starts June 15th.
- 2017 Governor's Fishing Opener planning has begun.
- Winter Parade & Festival committee gearing up.
- The Lofts construction underway.
- Continual business retention and recruitment.
- Over $11 million invested in Downtown first quarter.
- and so much more.
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News, Announcements & Events
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Quarks Punch Card  Have you gotten your Quarks' rewards punch card yet? Stop in today to start earning your way to becoming one bite closer to free!
Downtown Art Crawl, June 10
36 locations, 5-9 pm, and please don't forget about the venues on 5th, 6th and 7th Streets!
CMBA Went to Washington Several members of the CMBA met with Minnesota's congressional delegation in DC to convey their business concerns. Primary bulding issues included regulatory reform, specifically for the lead paint rule and Waters of the US, and workforce shortage. Additional group concerns were transportation, energy, health care and communications.
Community Day of Action, Thursday, June 16 Make a different in our community by taking action. Projects and opportunities for families, groups, individuals and people of all ages.
Lake George Municipal Complex, 11 am - 4 pm
For questions, please contact Mary at 320.223.7991. REGISTER
Big Brothers Big Sisters Sibling Fun Run 2016, June 18
Join BBBS on Saturday, June 18 at 9am in a 5K run. Highlights include a local vendor expo, Kids' 1K, refreshments and a prize giveaway. 100% of all proceeds will go to BBBS. Register online or in person at Eich Motor, Eich Mazda or Fitness Evolution.
River's Edge - Larger Upcoming Events
Check out the entire calendar here
Lemon Twist Tour, June 23rd, noon - 6pm, SCSU & Historic South Side Neighborhood Barden Park Thursday Concert Series, July 7 - August 11
Takin' It to the Streets, July 30
National Night Out, August 2
Rotary's Summertime by George (Weds), June 15 - August 31
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Brand New Apartments Available!
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June 16th at 7am
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June 16, 7:00 - 9:00 am @ 30 7th Avenue South
Employers:
- Microbiologics
- Auto Parts Headquarters
- Brenny Transportation
- Coborn's
- Marco
- Encore Capital Group
- Anderson Trucking Service
- Capital One
- Catholic Charities
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St. Cloud's Downtown
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| Working on behalf of our members for the betterment of Downtown, the heart of the region.
RENEW or BECOME A MEMBER TODAY!
"Downtown is our face
to the world."
We don't network,
we connect.
We don't lobby,
we influence.
We don't hold events for the sake of it, they all have a purpose.
Most importantly, all Downtown Council members get a
return on investment.
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Our Members
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Our Board
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DTC Members Host Business After Hours
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Tuesday, June 7, 4:30 - 6:30 @ Bernick's
Thursday, July 14, 4:30 - 6:30 @ D.J. Bitzan Jewelers
Tuesday, August 9, 4:30 - 6:30 @ Courtyard Marriott
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Members - Share Your News
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DTC members should remember that this newsletter is a FREE way to share your news, announcements, events, etc. Simply send an email to Pegg by the end of week. |
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Our Organization
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St. Cloud Downtown Council
& Alliance Foundation
1010 W. St. Germain Street, Suite 250
St. Cloud, MN 56301
320.257.8600
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Downtown Is...
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...the heart and soul of every city. It is the gathering place for its people and the physical and aesthetic expression of its collective visions. A downtown is the manifestation of the diversity of the intellectual, cultural, social, business and political consciousness of its people.
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