May 12, 2026StrategicPlan
BoardCity of Ithaca DDA Goals
The "City of Ithaca DDA Goals & Insight" document outlines strategic objectives for the Downtown Development Authority. Key goals include optimizing land use, achieving zero storefront vacancies, diversifying retail, utilizing grant opportunities, attracting lodging, and maintaining district appeal. The plan also incorporates a comprehensive analysis of threats such as population loss and neglected buildings, highlights strengths like the courthouse and new business prospects, identifies opportunities in vacant spaces and historical district status, and acknowledges weaknesses including limited land for lodging and economic challenges.