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In 1977, the City of Memphis and Shelby County governments established the Center City Commission to capitalize on Downtown's role as the economic, cultural, and governmental heart of the city and county.
Today, the CCC is the primary leader in the comprehensive redevelopment of the Central Business Improvement District and the official partnership between local government and the private business community in Downtown's revitalization.
Our mission is "to improve the economy of Memphis and Shelby County by coordinating an aggressive public/private program to promote the redevelopment and economic growth of the Central Business Improvement District (CBID)", the area referred to as "Downtown".
To further accomplish its mission, the CCC:
Acts as a public-interest developer for key Downtown projects.
Actively encourages redevelopment through adaptive reuse and new project construction.
Offers financial incentives and assistance to encourage development.
Initiates plans and studies to develop strategies for revitalization.
Provides research data to prospective developers and tenants.
Advises the city and county governments on Downtown issues.
Recommends and coordinates needed public improvements.
Manages the Main Street Mall, including coordinating maintenance,landscaping, regulations, and activities.
Monitors maintenance and safety of public and private spaces.
Serves as an information clearinghouse for Downtown activities.
Informs the media and general publicof Downtown issues and activities.
Produces marketing and promotional materials.
Coordinates community programs with CBID businesses.
Manages and operates five public parking garages in Downtown.
Sponsors special events and assists other organizations in Downtown promotions.
Staffs the Blue Suede Brigade, hospitality and safety ambassadors for Downtown
Funding sources for the CCC include:
A special assessment on commercial properties in the CBID.
Fund-raising and solicitation of in-kind contributions.
Fees collected from private developers utilizing the financial incentives from the CCC's Affiliate Boards.
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