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35th Annual Dayton Holiday Festival Kick-Off Weekend

Each year, tens of thousands of people gather downtown to kick off the holiday season during Thanksgiving weekend. The Grande Illumination and Dayton Children’s Parade are two of our city’s most beloved holiday traditions. New to the 2007 festival is HollyLights on the Square. After the lighting of the giant tree just before 8 p.m. on Friday, November 23, all of the trees on Courthouse Square will be illuminated with color and “dance” to the sounds of classic holiday tunes. The HollyLights on the Square light show will continue throughout the entire monthlong festival during scheduled hours. Other activities during the Grande Illumination include the Junior League of Dayton’s Holiday Hunt, the season opening of the Tike’s Shop in the Schuster Center Wintergarden, crafts and games for kids at the Holiday Village in the Kettering Tower lobby, free carnival and pony rides at “Main Street USA” sponsored by Fifth Third Bank, horse-drawn carriage rides, the Gingerbread Homes for the Holidays contest displays in the Old Court House, Sounds of the Season holiday entertainment in the National City Centre, live entertainment on Courthouse Square, and the tree lighting ceremony at 7:55 p.m. On Sunday, November 25, children will watch as the floats and bands pass by during the Children’s Parade from 2 to 3 p.m. Those who come early can participate in the Candy Cane Fun Run, a one-block dash down Main Street before the parade. With so much to see and do, the 2007 Dayton Holiday Festival is sure to put everyone in the holiday spirit! For more information about all Dayton Holiday Festival activities, call (937) 224-1518 or visit www.daytonholidayfestival.org. The 2007 Dayton Holiday Festival is presented by Time Warner Cable. The sponsor of the Grande Illumination is Rieck Services, and media sponsors are WDTN Channel 2 and Lite 99.9 FM. The festival is also sponsored by the Downtown Dayton Partnership, the City of Dayton, Montgomery County and the Virginia W. Kettering Dayton Holiday Festival Fund. 

Event Connection Late Fall 2007

Waffle Shop Christ Episcopal Church Nov. 13-16   ARTtoBUY Holiday Gift Gallery Dayton Visual Arts Center Nov. 14-Dec. 26   Mamma Mia! Schuster Center Nov. 20-25   Beerman Family Thanksgiving Day Dinner Dayton Convention Center Nov. 22   Grande Illumination Courthouse Square Nov. 23   Ice Rink Grand Opening RiverScape MetroPark Nov. 24   Dayton Children’s Parade W. Second to Main to W. Fourth Streets Nov. 25    10th Anniversary Celebration Café Boulevard Until Nov. 30 For a complete list of events happening in Downtown Dayton, visit www.downtowndayton.org

Your Special Improvement District Update from the Downtown Dayton Partnership November 2007

A Tale of Four Buildings Like every city, downtown Dayton has its struggles, but it also has great success stories. One of the most recent successes is the revival of four office buildings in our center city. After going through foreclosure in May 2007, the four downtown office buildings at 130 W. Second St., 111 W. First St., 333 W. First St. and 349 W. First St. are now thriving.   Titan Capital Investment Group, a Philadelphiabased investment firm, purchased the buildings in June 2007. Since then, they have invested in building improvements in an effort to retain current and attract new tenants. Changes have included updates to the décor of the buildings as well as improvements in customer service and tenant relations. Their efforts have paid off.   Sue Zickefoose of CB Richard Ellis, the buildings’ leasing agent, estimates that many leases due for expiration this year were renewed, and several tenants expanded their space. She has also had new tenants move into these buildings. The renaissance has been very positive for the tenants and the downtown community as a whole. “Stability in our city is critical. Titan understands that and is committed to keeping our tenants downtown,” said Zickefoose. “We’ve gone through some hard times, but the good times are here to stay.”  

DAYTON

The renovated lobby at 130 W. Second Street.

Lease Renewals • Southwestern Business College, 111 W. First • Doll, Jansen & Ford, 111 W. First • Carter & Rezabek, 111 W. First • Comunale Law Offices, 130 W. Second • Harker, Baggott & Hall, 130 W. Second • Konrad Kuczak, Esq., 130 W. Second • Lifessentials Counseling, 130 W. Second • Thorson, Switala, Wilkins & Snead, 130 W. Second • Young & Alexander Company LPA, 130 W. Second • GSSP, 130 W. Second • Iformata, 130 W. Second • Jack Harrison, 130 W. Second • State Auditor’s Office, 130 W. Second • Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, 333 W. First • Bursey & Swift, 333 W. First • King Lighting, 333 W. First • Securitas Security Services, 349 W. First  

New Leases

• Wright Vannoy LPA, 130 W. Second • Bourbon Street Grill & Café, 130 W. Second – opening soon! • CenturyTel, 130 W. Second • Salix Printing, 130 W. Second

Volunteers Needed!

Editor: Laura Woeste Marketing Manager Become a DDP Partner! The DDP is the strategic planning organization for downtown Dayton. If you would like to be a partner in our efforts, please contact Sandy Gudorf, President, at (937) 224-1518 or [email protected]

(937) 224-1518 www.downtowndayton.org 40 North Main Street, Suite 1360 Dayton, Ohio 45423

The 2007 Dayton Holiday Festival kicks off this month, and the DDP is looking for

HOLIDAY F E S T I V A L

volunteers to work at the Grande Illumination on Friday, November 23. Interested? Contact Laura Woeste at 224-1518 or [email protected]

 

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LETTER

DOWNTOWN PROFILES:

from the

President

It is hard to believe that another year is winding down and the holiday season is just around the corner. All of the DDP’s committees Sandy Gudorf, have been workDDP President ing hard this year. The Dayton Holiday Festival Committee is preparing for another spectacular holiday season, which will begin with the Grande Illumination and Dayton Children’s Parade Thanksgiving weekend. Recently our Jobs Committee reported on some of their recommendations at the DDP’s October Board of Trustees meeting. This year the Jobs Committee focused on two specific areas: business retention and parking. The committee has developed a broad reaching retention program that focuses on keeping and growing our downtown businesses by building a strong advocacy network. In addition to business retention, the Jobs Committee took a close look at downtown’s current parking conditions, demands and future needs. In the next few weeks we will be conducting a parking survey with our downtown businesses. Please take a few minutes to respond to this survey so the committee can get your feedback and put together its final recommendations. We will stay in touch with more updates on these and other committee recommendations in the next few months.

Faces & Spaces Dr. Judith Woll,

To say that Dr. Judith Woll has accomplished a lot since coming to Dayton in 1994 to be the CEO of Community Blood Center/ Community Tissue Services (CBC/CTS) would be an understatement. As Dr. Woll explains, transforming the center from a small “mom and pop” operation to an industry leader was a team effort that an extraordinary staff made possible. It is also the result of an extraordinary leader, one who will be missed by her staff and the community when she retires on December 1, 2007. Dr. Woll has been a member of the Downtown Dayton Partnership Board of Trustees since 2002 and currently serves on the Executive Committee. We greatly appreciate her time, energy and ongoing support for downtown.

How did you end up at CBC/CTS? “During the first part of my career I worked as a clinician, but I always had an interest in blood banking, so I made a career switch in 1988. I was working as the principal officer for the American Red Cross Blood Services for the Rochester, NY region. I was contacted about the job in Dayton and was very impressed with the Board of Directors. They were an extremely innovative board that was open to new and creative ideas.”

CBC/CTS has been very dedicated to downtown. Why? “Downtown Dayton is so convenient with its close proximity to all of the hospitals we serve. We offer 24/7 emergency services, so easy access to all of our customers is important. Our staff live all over the region, so a central location is ideal. Downtown is also perceived as safe and convenient for our blood donors. The location serves everyone well and we are happy to be part of the downtown community.”  

Looking ahead ten years, what do you hope downtown looks like? “First I have to say that downtown has significantly improved since I first moved to Dayton. We may have lost some businesses, but there have been many positive changes that make downtown more appealing. In the next ten years I hope downtown is able to attract the critical mass of people, both businesses and residents, which are needed for more amenities. Fifth Third Field, RiverScape and the Schuster Center have been great successes. I hope Ballpark Village is just as successful and can help attract new businesses and visitors to downtown.

What are your retirement plans?  

Downtown welcomes Paul Wong and Interactive Financial Services to The Oregon District. Wong moved into his new office in early September. Interactive Financial Services is a mortgage broker. Wong opened his office to not only provide mortgage services but also financial counseling. He chose to set up shop downtown because he loves the atmosphere. “I’ve seen a lot of improvement in downtown recently, and I want to be around that and a part of it,” Wong said. For more information, contact Interactive Financial at (937) 684-9611.

Subway Opens Second Downtown Location

Downtown workers now have a second Subway location to choose from when looking for a quick bite to eat. The new location, located in the Kuhns Building at the corner of Fourth & Main Streets, is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. In addition to their regular menu, Subway also offers a variety of catering options that are perfect for lunch meetings or office parties. For more information, contact Subway at (937) 224-3040.

MJ’s Café and Dance Bar Open For Business

After moving locations to make way for the new Main St. Garage, MJ’s Café and Dance Bar is open at 119 E. Third St. The new space is 4,600 sq. ft. and features a brand new bar, dance floor, lounge and billiard tables. This alternative lifestyle bar opens at every day at 3 p.m. for bar and nightclub service. Owners Jerid Martel and Matt Ross hope to be open for lunch business by the spring. Spring plans also include a small sidewalk café in front of the building. The club’s main entrance is currently in the back of the building where they also have a patio. Call MJ’s at (937) 223-7340 or visit www.mjscafedayton.com for more information.

A Plethora of Purses in the Oregon District

Hollywood Handbags is filled to the brim with handbags, wallets and even luggage at 508 E. Fifth St. Shop owner LaDonna Stinson offers fashionable bags based on designer styles for affordable prices. For more information, including store hours, contact Hollywood Handbags at (937) 272-0967.

YOUR AMBASSADORS

at work

“I plan to stay in Dayton and spend time during the summer at our lake house in upstate New York. I’m going to continue to teach at Wright State and will stay involved on some community boards. Traveling more is also at the top of my list.”

Some of the Changes at CBC/CTS Since 1994   • Employee increase from 200 to 450 in Dayton and 570 nationally • • • • •

Sandra K. Gudorf President, Downtown Dayton Partnership

Interactive Financial Services Corp Moves Into The Livery

Community Blood Center/Community Tissue Service

Dr. Judith Woll

new on the scene

• • •

Revenue increase from $18 million to $70 million annually Expansion of facilities Formation of a foundation for capital items (blood buses, facilities, grants for research) Expanded geography (blood to include Champaign & Logan counties, tissue to include branches throughout the US and distribution to the world) Expansion of blood donor base and development of one of the strongest school education programs in the country Expansion of tissue products to provide the tissue grafts that surgeons need New education programs, including tissue research and transfusion safety Assistance in starting the first tissue bank in Central America

Downtown Ambassador Delwyn Fontroy

As a safety ambassador, Delwyn Fontroy has been looking out for downtown since January 2006. He serves as an extra set of eyes and ears for our downtown and takes pride keeping our center city safe.   Delwyn enjoys his job as an ambassador because of his role as a helping hand. He tells this story from his early days as an ambassador: he was working at Third and Main when an elderly woman tapped him on the shoulder and

You’re

IN THE LOOP Dayton Woman’s Club To Receive Makeover by Top Area Designers The Dayton Society of Interior Designers (DSID) has selected the Dayton Woman’s Club (DWC) to be the 2008 Spring Designer Show House, and work is already underway to enhance the historic house’s Victorian beauty. “We have started painting the exterior of the house, and renovations on the first floor of the interior are scheduled to begin in March,” said Judy Powell, spokesperson for the DWC. “We are thrilled to receive the expertise of some of the area’s top interior designers, and the end result will enable the DWC to be more marketable for business and individual memberships as well as wedding receptions and other events.” Other renovation work will include new lighting, carpet, and wallpaper, and some of the furniture in the house will be reupholstered to enhance the Victorian color palette the designers have selected. While the designers are donating their time and many materials, the DWC is responsible for all labor expenses plus a few major items, including the new carpet. The members hope to raise approximately $125,000 in order to make all of the renovations. “The club is holding a variety of fundraising activities to help cover the costs,” added Powell. “Events like our Bazaar on November 3 will help, but we will still need additional support to reach our goal.” The dates for the public to see the show house, which are still being finalized, will be in May 2008. Half of the ticket proceeds will go to the DWC with the other half going to the DSID Scholarship Fund. The DWC is also celebrating their one year re-opening anniversary, and membership has increased to 214 members. Anyone interested in individual or business memberships can contact the DWC at 228-1124 for more information.  

said she had left her purse on the bus that had just pulled away. Delwyn jumped on his bike and raced down to Fifth St. to catch the bus and retrieve the purse. The woman was exceedingly grateful, which was rewarding for Delwyn considering he hadn’t ridden a bike since childhood!   A little more about Delwyn… when he isn’t working as an ambassador, he enjoys spending time with his two nieces and nephew at Fifth Third Field or The Neon. Delwyn is originally from Philadelphia and came to Dayton when he played semi-professional football.

Downtown Ambassador Activity Report

June-September 2007 Trash Collected................11,340 lbs. Graffiti Removed............................ 128 Pedestrian Assistance........................................... 948 Property Owner/ Building Manager Contacts............................................... 183 Motorist Assistance.........................86 Panhandling Incidents Addressed.............................................71 Request for Police Assistance................................65 Power Washing............... 34,600 gal.

LETTER

DOWNTOWN PROFILES:

from the

President

It is hard to believe that another year is winding down and the holiday season is just around the corner. All of the DDP’s committees Sandy Gudorf, have been workDDP President ing hard this year. The Dayton Holiday Festival Committee is preparing for another spectacular holiday season, which will begin with the Grande Illumination and Dayton Children’s Parade Thanksgiving weekend. Recently our Jobs Committee reported on some of their recommendations at the DDP’s October Board of Trustees meeting. This year the Jobs Committee focused on two specific areas: business retention and parking. The committee has developed a broad reaching retention program that focuses on keeping and growing our downtown businesses by building a strong advocacy network. In addition to business retention, the Jobs Committee took a close look at downtown’s current parking conditions, demands and future needs. In the next few weeks we will be conducting a parking survey with our downtown businesses. Please take a few minutes to respond to this survey so the committee can get your feedback and put together its final recommendations. We will stay in touch with more updates on these and other committee recommendations in the next few months.

Faces & Spaces Dr. Judith Woll,

To say that Dr. Judith Woll has accomplished a lot since coming to Dayton in 1994 to be the CEO of Community Blood Center/ Community Tissue Services (CBC/CTS) would be an understatement. As Dr. Woll explains, transforming the center from a small “mom and pop” operation to an industry leader was a team effort that an extraordinary staff made possible. It is also the result of an extraordinary leader, one who will be missed by her staff and the community when she retires on December 1, 2007. Dr. Woll has been a member of the Downtown Dayton Partnership Board of Trustees since 2002 and currently serves on the Executive Committee. We greatly appreciate her time, energy and ongoing support for downtown.

How did you end up at CBC/CTS? “During the first part of my career I worked as a clinician, but I always had an interest in blood banking, so I made a career switch in 1988. I was working as the principal officer for the American Red Cross Blood Services for the Rochester, NY region. I was contacted about the job in Dayton and was very impressed with the Board of Directors. They were an extremely innovative board that was open to new and creative ideas.”

CBC/CTS has been very dedicated to downtown. Why? “Downtown Dayton is so convenient with its close proximity to all of the hospitals we serve. We offer 24/7 emergency services, so easy access to all of our customers is important. Our staff live all over the region, so a central location is ideal. Downtown is also perceived as safe and convenient for our blood donors. The location serves everyone well and we are happy to be part of the downtown community.”  

Looking ahead ten years, what do you hope downtown looks like? “First I have to say that downtown has significantly improved since I first moved to Dayton. We may have lost some businesses, but there have been many positive changes that make downtown more appealing. In the next ten years I hope downtown is able to attract the critical mass of people, both businesses and residents, which are needed for more amenities. Fifth Third Field, RiverScape and the Schuster Center have been great successes. I hope Ballpark Village is just as successful and can help attract new businesses and visitors to downtown.

What are your retirement plans?  

Downtown welcomes Paul Wong and Interactive Financial Services to The Oregon District. Wong moved into his new office in early September. Interactive Financial Services is a mortgage broker. Wong opened his office to not only provide mortgage services but also financial counseling. He chose to set up shop downtown because he loves the atmosphere. “I’ve seen a lot of improvement in downtown recently, and I want to be around that and a part of it,” Wong said. For more information, contact Interactive Financial at (937) 684-9611.

Subway Opens Second Downtown Location

Downtown workers now have a second Subway location to choose from when looking for a quick bite to eat. The new location, located in the Kuhns Building at the corner of Fourth & Main Streets, is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. In addition to their regular menu, Subway also offers a variety of catering options that are perfect for lunch meetings or office parties. For more information, contact Subway at (937) 224-3040.

MJ’s Café and Dance Bar Open For Business

After moving locations to make way for the new Main St. Garage, MJ’s Café and Dance Bar is open at 119 E. Third St. The new space is 4,600 sq. ft. and features a brand new bar, dance floor, lounge and billiard tables. This alternative lifestyle bar opens at every day at 3 p.m. for bar and nightclub service. Owners Jerid Martel and Matt Ross hope to be open for lunch business by the spring. Spring plans also include a small sidewalk café in front of the building. The club’s main entrance is currently in the back of the building where they also have a patio. Call MJ’s at (937) 223-7340 or visit www.mjscafedayton.com for more information.

A Plethora of Purses in the Oregon District

Hollywood Handbags is filled to the brim with handbags, wallets and even luggage at 508 E. Fifth St. Shop owner LaDonna Stinson offers fashionable bags based on designer styles for affordable prices. For more information, including store hours, contact Hollywood Handbags at (937) 272-0967.

YOUR AMBASSADORS

at work

“I plan to stay in Dayton and spend time during the summer at our lake house in upstate New York. I’m going to continue to teach at Wright State and will stay involved on some community boards. Traveling more is also at the top of my list.”

Some of the Changes at CBC/CTS Since 1994   • Employee increase from 200 to 450 in Dayton and 570 nationally • • • • •

Sandra K. Gudorf President, Downtown Dayton Partnership

Interactive Financial Services Corp Moves Into The Livery

Community Blood Center/Community Tissue Service

Dr. Judith Woll

new on the scene

• • •

Revenue increase from $18 million to $70 million annually Expansion of facilities Formation of a foundation for capital items (blood buses, facilities, grants for research) Expanded geography (blood to include Champaign & Logan counties, tissue to include branches throughout the US and distribution to the world) Expansion of blood donor base and development of one of the strongest school education programs in the country Expansion of tissue products to provide the tissue grafts that surgeons need New education programs, including tissue research and transfusion safety Assistance in starting the first tissue bank in Central America

Downtown Ambassador Delwyn Fontroy

As a safety ambassador, Delwyn Fontroy has been looking out for downtown since January 2006. He serves as an extra set of eyes and ears for our downtown and takes pride keeping our center city safe.   Delwyn enjoys his job as an ambassador because of his role as a helping hand. He tells this story from his early days as an ambassador: he was working at Third and Main when an elderly woman tapped him on the shoulder and

You’re

IN THE LOOP Dayton Woman’s Club To Receive Makeover by Top Area Designers The Dayton Society of Interior Designers (DSID) has selected the Dayton Woman’s Club (DWC) to be the 2008 Spring Designer Show House, and work is already underway to enhance the historic house’s Victorian beauty. “We have started painting the exterior of the house, and renovations on the first floor of the interior are scheduled to begin in March,” said Judy Powell, spokesperson for the DWC. “We are thrilled to receive the expertise of some of the area’s top interior designers, and the end result will enable the DWC to be more marketable for business and individual memberships as well as wedding receptions and other events.” Other renovation work will include new lighting, carpet, and wallpaper, and some of the furniture in the house will be reupholstered to enhance the Victorian color palette the designers have selected. While the designers are donating their time and many materials, the DWC is responsible for all labor expenses plus a few major items, including the new carpet. The members hope to raise approximately $125,000 in order to make all of the renovations. “The club is holding a variety of fundraising activities to help cover the costs,” added Powell. “Events like our Bazaar on November 3 will help, but we will still need additional support to reach our goal.” The dates for the public to see the show house, which are still being finalized, will be in May 2008. Half of the ticket proceeds will go to the DWC with the other half going to the DSID Scholarship Fund. The DWC is also celebrating their one year re-opening anniversary, and membership has increased to 214 members. Anyone interested in individual or business memberships can contact the DWC at 228-1124 for more information.  

said she had left her purse on the bus that had just pulled away. Delwyn jumped on his bike and raced down to Fifth St. to catch the bus and retrieve the purse. The woman was exceedingly grateful, which was rewarding for Delwyn considering he hadn’t ridden a bike since childhood!   A little more about Delwyn… when he isn’t working as an ambassador, he enjoys spending time with his two nieces and nephew at Fifth Third Field or The Neon. Delwyn is originally from Philadelphia and came to Dayton when he played semi-professional football.

Downtown Ambassador Activity Report

June-September 2007 Trash Collected................11,340 lbs. Graffiti Removed............................ 128 Pedestrian Assistance........................................... 948 Property Owner/ Building Manager Contacts............................................... 183 Motorist Assistance.........................86 Panhandling Incidents Addressed.............................................71 Request for Police Assistance................................65 Power Washing............... 34,600 gal.

ON THE HORIZON

ZPVS EPXOUPXO

35th Annual Dayton Holiday Festival Kick-Off Weekend

Each year, tens of thousands of people gather downtown to kick off the holiday season during Thanksgiving weekend. The Grande Illumination and Dayton Children’s Parade are two of our city’s most beloved holiday traditions. New to the 2007 festival is HollyLights on the Square. After the lighting of the giant tree just before 8 p.m. on Friday, November 23, all of the trees on Courthouse Square will be illuminated with color and “dance” to the sounds of classic holiday tunes. The HollyLights on the Square light show will continue throughout the entire monthlong festival during scheduled hours. Other activities during the Grande Illumination include the Junior League of Dayton’s Holiday Hunt, the season opening of the Tike’s Shop in the Schuster Center Wintergarden, crafts and games for kids at the Holiday Village in the Kettering Tower lobby, free carnival and pony rides at “Main Street USA” sponsored by Fifth Third Bank, horse-drawn carriage rides, the Gingerbread Homes for the Holidays contest displays in the Old Court House, Sounds of the Season holiday entertainment in the National City Centre, live entertainment on Courthouse Square, and the tree lighting ceremony at 7:55 p.m. On Sunday, November 25, children will watch as the floats and bands pass by during the Children’s Parade from 2 to 3 p.m. Those who come early can participate in the Candy Cane Fun Run, a one-block dash down Main Street before the parade. With so much to see and do, the 2007 Dayton Holiday Festival is sure to put everyone in the holiday spirit! For more information about all Dayton Holiday Festival activities, call (937) 224-1518 or visit www.daytonholidayfestival.org. The 2007 Dayton Holiday Festival is presented by Time Warner Cable. The sponsor of the Grande Illumination is Rieck Services, and media sponsors are WDTN Channel 2 and Lite 99.9 FM. The festival is also sponsored by the Downtown Dayton Partnership, the City of Dayton, Montgomery County and the Virginia W. Kettering Dayton Holiday Festival Fund. 

Event Connection Late Fall 2007

Waffle Shop Christ Episcopal Church Nov. 13-16   ARTtoBUY Holiday Gift Gallery Dayton Visual Arts Center Nov. 14-Dec. 26   Mamma Mia! Schuster Center Nov. 20-25   Beerman Family Thanksgiving Day Dinner Dayton Convention Center Nov. 22   Grande Illumination Courthouse Square Nov. 23   Ice Rink Grand Opening RiverScape MetroPark Nov. 24   Dayton Children’s Parade W. Second to Main to W. Fourth Streets Nov. 25    10th Anniversary Celebration Café Boulevard Until Nov. 30 For a complete list of events happening in Downtown Dayton, visit www.downtowndayton.org

Your Special Improvement District Update from the Downtown Dayton Partnership November 2007

A Tale of Four Buildings Like every city, downtown Dayton has its struggles, but it also has great success stories. One of the most recent successes is the revival of four office buildings in our center city. After going through foreclosure in May 2007, the four downtown office buildings at 130 W. Second St., 111 W. First St., 333 W. First St. and 349 W. First St. are now thriving.   Titan Capital Investment Group, a Philadelphiabased investment firm, purchased the buildings in June 2007. Since then, they have invested in building improvements in an effort to retain current and attract new tenants. Changes have included updates to the décor of the buildings as well as improvements in customer service and tenant relations. Their efforts have paid off.   Sue Zickefoose of CB Richard Ellis, the buildings’ leasing agent, estimates that many leases due for expiration this year were renewed, and several tenants expanded their space. She has also had new tenants move into these buildings. The renaissance has been very positive for the tenants and the downtown community as a whole. “Stability in our city is critical. Titan understands that and is committed to keeping our tenants downtown,” said Zickefoose. “We’ve gone through some hard times, but the good times are here to stay.”  

DAYTON

The renovated lobby at 130 W. Second Street.

Lease Renewals • Southwestern Business College, 111 W. First • Doll, Jansen & Ford, 111 W. First • Carter & Rezabek, 111 W. First • Comunale Law Offices, 130 W. Second • Harker, Baggott & Hall, 130 W. Second • Konrad Kuczak, Esq., 130 W. Second • Lifessentials Counseling, 130 W. Second • Thorson, Switala, Wilkins & Snead, 130 W. Second • Young & Alexander Company LPA, 130 W. Second • GSSP, 130 W. Second • Iformata, 130 W. Second • Jack Harrison, 130 W. Second • State Auditor’s Office, 130 W. Second • Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, 333 W. First • Bursey & Swift, 333 W. First • King Lighting, 333 W. First • Securitas Security Services, 349 W. First  

New Leases

• Wright Vannoy LPA, 130 W. Second • Bourbon Street Grill & Café, 130 W. Second – opening soon! • CenturyTel, 130 W. Second • Salix Printing, 130 W. Second

Volunteers Needed!

Editor: Laura Woeste Marketing Manager Become a DDP Partner! The DDP is the strategic planning organization for downtown Dayton. If you would like to be a partner in our efforts, please contact Sandy Gudorf, President, at (937) 224-1518 or [email protected]

(937) 224-1518 www.downtowndayton.org 40 North Main Street, Suite 1360 Dayton, Ohio 45423

The 2007 Dayton Holiday Festival kicks off this month, and the DDP is looking for

HOLIDAY F E S T I V A L

volunteers to work at the Grande Illumination on Friday, November 23. Interested? Contact Laura Woeste at 224-1518 or [email protected]

 

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