GET INVOLVED
The Downtown Aberdeen Advisory Board (DAAB) is comprised of four working committees aligned with the Main Street Four Point Approach:
Organization Committee: Involves creating a strong foundation for a sustainable revitalization effort, including cultivating partnerships, community involvement, and resources for the district.
Economic Vitality Committee: Focuses on capital, incentives, and other economic and financial tools to assist new and existing businesses, catalyze property development, and create a supportive environment for entrepreneurs and innovators that drive local economies.
Design Committee: Supports a community’s transformation by enhancing the physical and visual assets that set the commercial district apart.
Promotion Committee: Positions the downtown or commercial district as the center of the community and hub of economic activity, while creating a positive image that showcases a community’s unique characteristics.
WHAT'S NEW?
Over the past 2 years, the Downtown Aberdeen Advisory Board (DAAB) has worked hard to implement various improvement projects identified by stakeholders and business owners as critical vehicle and pedestrian improvement needs, as well as streetscape and beautification projects throughout Downtown. We’re moving forward on a path towards establishing and executing transformation strategies that will set in motion annual work plans that align with our Downtown revitalization vision and goals.
Recent Projects
Sidewalk & Curb Power Washing: This was one of the first DAAB planned, funded and executed projects that motivated follow-on project identification and development needs.
Additional Crosswalks & ADA Compliant Ramps: Based on feedback received from stakeholders and community on pedestrian safety needs, this project was approved and funded in early 2024. The project began in June 2024 and is expected to be complete by late-2024.
Talbooth Street & Parking Improvements: This project was approved and funded in early 2024 and increased the available municipal parking spaces available to the public, as well as improved street function and appearance for both Talbooth Street and Knight Street.
N. Sycamore Street Pedestrian Pathway Improvements: This project concept was identified in the Bike and Pedestrian Plan, funded in early 2024 and is focused on creating a pedestrian pathway that runs along N. Sycamore Street towards Midway Rd. Additional details are pending and will be updated accordingly.
Future Opportunities
Organization Committee: Community Engagement & Outreach - Partnerships - Resource Development
Economic Vitality Committee: Financial Incentives - Economic Growth Strategies - Tourism Development
Design Committee: Preserving & Improving Streetscapes - Support for Development Plans & Regulations - Community Design Education
Promotion Committee: Image Development - Promotions & Special Events - Marketing Strategies
