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IN THE LOOP Get It All In Your Inbox The DDP produces a variety of e-mail communications to keep you informed on things happening in our center city. Weekly eVENTS - Looking for something fun to do downtown? The Weekly eVENTS e-mail provides you with a snapshot of what’s going on downtown in the upcoming week. Your Downtown - Your Downtown is the DDP’s newsletter, sent every other month, that provides updates on major happenings in the downtown area, as well as news about existing and new downtown businesses and projects. You will also receive supplemental e-mail alerts called “Fast Facts” when important news or updates occur between newsletters. Street Closure Notices - Stay updated on downtown traffic and street closures. This e-mail will notify you of planned street closings or changes that will have an impact on downtown traffic routes. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are interested in receiving any of these e-mail communications and we will add you to our distribution list. Please note that the DDP does not sell, rent or share our e-mail distribution lists with other businesses or organizations.

Downtown Lease Renewals

Event Connection Late Winter/ Early Spring 2007

Harold & Maude The Musical The Loft Theatre March 8-25 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Second Street Public Market March 17 Cincinnati Reds v. Florida Marlins Fifth Third Field March 31

The following businesses just signed lease renewals. Thanks for your commitment to downtown! Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling signed a five year lease in the Kettering Tower Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. signed a three year lease at 349 W. First Street U.S. Bankruptcy Court signed a ten year lease at 120 W. Third Street

RENT Schuster Center April 3 & 4 Dayton Dragons Opening Day Fifth Third Field April 5 Dayton Ballet presents The Who’s Tommy Victoria Theatre April 26-29 DVAC Art Auction Kettering Tower Lobby April 27 Life as a Legend: Marilyn Monroe Dayton Art Institute April 28-June 24 For a complete list of events happening in Downtown Dayton, visit www.downtowndayton.org

Your Special Improvement District Update from the Downtown Dayton Partnership March/April 2007

Your Downtown:

changes in progress Changes at the Kettering Tower

If you have been through the Kettering Tower in recent months you already know that the building is undergoing an lobby and building entrance renovation. Neyer Management is overseeing the improvements created by the design team from Lorenz Williams. Creating a new and exciting experience for tenants and visitors, improvements to the lobby include: • An updated reception/security desk with a modern touch screen directory system • New seating areas featuring modern furniture • WIFI access and a wall mounted media center • Additional lighting and artwork from local artists Interior renovations are expected to be completed by the end of March. The Second Street entrance to the building will be removed and replaced this summer with an entrance that creates a stronger link between the building’s interior and exterior.

Progress at the Benbow

Demolition of the vacant Admiral Benbow Hotel on Jefferson Street is moving along well and ahead of schedule. The building is being torn down to make way for RTA’s new public transit pavilion, which will replace bus stops on Main Street within the central business district. Because of the unique construction of the Benbow Hotel, the building could not be imploded. Instead it is being torn down piece by piece, floor by floor.

Avis Moves to New Location

Avis Rent-a-Car is on the move to a brand new location at 33 E. First Street. Their former location at the corner of Main Street and Monument Avenue will soon be demolished to make way for CareSource Management Group’s 10-story office tower. Wrecking crews will also be demolishing the public parking garage next to the old Avis location. “We are excited about our new location, which will be more customer friendly,” said Tim Johnson, owner of the downtown Avis Rent-a-Car. The new location will continue to provide business and leisure customers with a wide range of rental car services.

McCrory Building Ready for Big Changes

Bob and Nancy Shiffler are gearing up for the start of construction on the McCrory building at 29 S. Main Street. The couple purchased the 36,000-square-foot building late last year, and plans to begin construction on July 1. Plans for the building include both office space and first-floor retail space. “The first thing we will do is to replace the roof and restore the façade to its original look,” said Bob Shiffler. “The interior will be restored to the building’s original art-deco look and the retail space will have a 1920s ‘dime store’ flavor.” The building is expected to be complete in January 2008.

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, Interim President, at (937) 224-1518 or [email protected]

(937) 224-1518 www.downtowndayton.org 1360 Kettering Tower Dayton, Ohio 45243

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LETTER

from the

Interim President

Committee work is gearing up for the DDP’s 2007 strategic initiatives, and this year is definitely shaping up to be busy. Job recruitment and Sandy Gudorf, retention are the DDP Interim President highest priorities for the DDP this year. The Jobs Committee will continue its work, and its primary charge will be to focus on the key barriers to recruiting and retaining jobs downtown. In conjunction with the economic study underway with the City, the committee will develop strategies to expand and strengthen the DDP’s existing retention program. The committee will also explore parking options as they relate to creating and retaining jobs in our downtown.

new on the scene

The Livery

The Livery Building Welcomes New Tenants The family of small businesses located in The Livery at 322 S. Patterson Blvd. just increased with the addition of two new companies. Diamond Companies, a title and rehab company, and Lawrence R. Hardy & Associates, a firm that provides aerospace representation and marketing in the Midwest, moved into the building in March. Norman Wentland is the owner of The Livery and Digital Development Corporation, which is also one of the businesses located in the building. “The Livery is not your typical office building,” said Wentland. “It’s goofy. There are old beams and nothing is square, but that is part of the appeal of a rehabbed building. It has a lot of character.” Wentland is in the process of negotiating lease terms with another new tenant, and earlier this year Vaticinate, LLC, a company that provides market research, analysis, and advice for the technology industry, signed a lease with the building. “We still have one 500 square-foot space left in the building, but other than that it’s a full house.” Medicare Solutions, Inc. Medicare Solutions, Inc. is an independent service organization that specializes in helping Medicare beneficiaries receive all of the services, subsidized programs and benefits for which they are eligible. The organization, which started as a home office, just moved into suite 610 of the Talbott Tower. Scott Lombardo, executive director of the organization, has worked with Medicare recipients for more than 20 years. Serving as a liaison between the recipients and the programs, Medicare Solutions, Inc. partners with clinics and agencies throughout Southwest Ohio. Medicare Solutions, Inc. currently employs a staff of 12, but Lombardo anticipates that within a year the organization could grow to more than 20 employees.

The Amenities Committee will work in partnership with the City of Dayton and Five Rivers MetroParks to move the RiverScape Entertainment Plaza, Baseball Village and Deeds Point Housing forward. Individual subcommittees, as directed by the City, will be formed to guide these projects to fruition.

Burhill Leasing Corporation Moves into Fidelity Plaza Burhill Leasing Corporation has recently relocated to Fidelity Plaza at 211 South Main Street. Burhill Leasing Corporation leases and finances cars, trucks, buses, ambulances, handicapped accessible vehicles, motorcycles, fork lifts, horse trailers, Mobile Medical facilities for physicians and veterinarians, fire trucks and just about anything that has wheels. “Our company is dedicated to downtown and we wanted to be centrally located for our customers,” said President William Brough. Burhill Leasing Corporation’s downtown office fills 2,000 square feet and has eight employees.

The Environment Committee will oversee, monitor and make recommendations as work is underway on numerous environmental issues that affect the vitality and health of Downtown Dayton. Critical issues of special interest this year include safety, implementation of the news box program, and two-way street conversions. Thanks to all of the DDP Board of Trustees members and downtown business leaders who are volunteering their time to serve on these committees. Your time and dedication to downtown will be key to their success!

Sandra K. Gudorf Interim President, Downtown Dayton Partnership

Faces & Spaces

Urban Nights Friday, May 18 from 5 to 10 p.m. Check out downtown’s creative side! Urban Nights will feature tours of downtown condos and apartments, artwork displayed in studios and galleries, dining and shopping deals, and lots of great entertainment. It is shaping up to be a great event, full of surprises! Look for more details closer to the event at www.downtowndayton.org

YOUR AMBASSADORS

at work

Dr. Morris & Mrs. Alison Brown, Dayton Primary & Urgent Care

The Downtown Dayton Partnership Ambassador Program has made a big difference downtown according to the employees at Wright-Patt Credit Union. “We love the Ambassadors. They do a great job keeping downtown clean and safe, and they are kind enough to remind us when we need to empty the trash can at our ATM,” said Angela Baker, assistant manager. “They are always busy doing something, and all of them are so friendly. It is nice to know that the Ambassadors are here for you.”

The lobby of Dayton Primary & Urgent Care at 301 W. First Street is a busy place. The waiting area is constantly buzzing with patients while examining rooms remain full throughout the day. It’s easy to see why the family practice had to move to a new location in October of 2005 in order to support their growth. Dr. Morris Brown, who has had his practice downtown since 1985, was initially located in the Talbott Tower. “We were out of room, but staying downtown was important,” said Alison Brown, office manager for Dayton Primary & Urgent Care. “The space we purchased was perfect because it is easily accessible for our elderly patients with a street level entrance and attached parking lot. Our patients come from all over and many of them use the Dr. Morris & Mrs. Alison Brown Greater Dayton RTA to access the facility, so downtown is the perfect place for us to be.” The 3,719 square-foot facility contains Dr. Brown’s family practice and focuses on preventive medicine and specialty treatment of diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. In addition to owning a business downtown, the couple also enjoys all of the entertainment options available in our center city. They enjoy attending DCDC performances and listening to live music at Gilly’s, and their favorite restaurants are located downtown. The couple also believes it is important to expose their eight-year-old son to the arts and culture available downtown. “Our son is a theatre buff. We love taking him to all the shows at the Victoria Theatre and Schuster Center,” added Alison. “We just have to make sure my husband has an aisle seat because it’s a given that the doctor will get paged at some point.” For more information on Dayton Primary & Urgent Care, call (937) 461-0800.

Angela Baker, Wright-Patt Credit Union

Downtown Ambassador Activity Report January/February 2007

Trash Collected.....................7,535 lbs. Graffiti Removed................................. 51 Pedestrian Assistance....................823 Property Owner/ Building Manager Contacts.........176

The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC) will host an open house to review the preferred alternative for changing some of downtown’s streets from one-way travel to two-way travel. When: Thursday, April 5 Where: Greater Dayton RTA’s Main Office, Wright Stop Plaza, 4 S. Main Street, second floor meeting room Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (presentation at 11:30) 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (presentation at 5:30)

Motorist Assistance.........................126 Panhandling Incidents Addressed............................................... 89 Request for Police Assistance....... 71

Survey Says: Downtown Ambassadors Make a Difference! The DDP recently completed our year end survey of all downtown businesses, and it’s evident that the Ambassador Program has made an impact on our center city. Of those that responded to these questions on the 2006 Downtown Business Survey: Do you believe that the Ambassadors have made downtown cleaner? Do you believe that the Ambassadors have made downtown safer? Overall, do you feel that the Ambassadors have had a positive effect on downtown? 100%

Downtown Dayton Two-Way Street Grid Study Public Meetings Scheduled

Fidelity Plaza

Save the date

DOWNTOWN PROFILES:

80%

Percentage of “Yes” Answers

60%

40%

20%

0

97% 83%

93%

LETTER

from the

Interim President

Committee work is gearing up for the DDP’s 2007 strategic initiatives, and this year is definitely shaping up to be busy. Job recruitment and Sandy Gudorf, retention are the DDP Interim President highest priorities for the DDP this year. The Jobs Committee will continue its work, and its primary charge will be to focus on the key barriers to recruiting and retaining jobs downtown. In conjunction with the economic study underway with the City, the committee will develop strategies to expand and strengthen the DDP’s existing retention program. The committee will also explore parking options as they relate to creating and retaining jobs in our downtown.

new on the scene

The Livery

The Livery Building Welcomes New Tenants The family of small businesses located in The Livery at 322 S. Patterson Blvd. just increased with the addition of two new companies. Diamond Companies, a title and rehab company, and Lawrence R. Hardy & Associates, a firm that provides aerospace representation and marketing in the Midwest, moved into the building in March. Norman Wentland is the owner of The Livery and Digital Development Corporation, which is also one of the businesses located in the building. “The Livery is not your typical office building,” said Wentland. “It’s goofy. There are old beams and nothing is square, but that is part of the appeal of a rehabbed building. It has a lot of character.” Wentland is in the process of negotiating lease terms with another new tenant, and earlier this year Vaticinate, LLC, a company that provides market research, analysis, and advice for the technology industry, signed a lease with the building. “We still have one 500 square-foot space left in the building, but other than that it’s a full house.” Medicare Solutions, Inc. Medicare Solutions, Inc. is an independent service organization that specializes in helping Medicare beneficiaries receive all of the services, subsidized programs and benefits for which they are eligible. The organization, which started as a home office, just moved into suite 610 of the Talbott Tower. Scott Lombardo, executive director of the organization, has worked with Medicare recipients for more than 20 years. Serving as a liaison between the recipients and the programs, Medicare Solutions, Inc. partners with clinics and agencies throughout Southwest Ohio. Medicare Solutions, Inc. currently employs a staff of 12, but Lombardo anticipates that within a year the organization could grow to more than 20 employees.

The Amenities Committee will work in partnership with the City of Dayton and Five Rivers MetroParks to move the RiverScape Entertainment Plaza, Baseball Village and Deeds Point Housing forward. Individual subcommittees, as directed by the City, will be formed to guide these projects to fruition.

Burhill Leasing Corporation Moves into Fidelity Plaza Burhill Leasing Corporation has recently relocated to Fidelity Plaza at 211 South Main Street. Burhill Leasing Corporation leases and finances cars, trucks, buses, ambulances, handicapped accessible vehicles, motorcycles, fork lifts, horse trailers, Mobile Medical facilities for physicians and veterinarians, fire trucks and just about anything that has wheels. “Our company is dedicated to downtown and we wanted to be centrally located for our customers,” said President William Brough. Burhill Leasing Corporation’s downtown office fills 2,000 square feet and has eight employees.

The Environment Committee will oversee, monitor and make recommendations as work is underway on numerous environmental issues that affect the vitality and health of Downtown Dayton. Critical issues of special interest this year include safety, implementation of the news box program, and two-way street conversions. Thanks to all of the DDP Board of Trustees members and downtown business leaders who are volunteering their time to serve on these committees. Your time and dedication to downtown will be key to their success!

Sandra K. Gudorf Interim President, Downtown Dayton Partnership

Faces & Spaces

Urban Nights Friday, May 18 from 5 to 10 p.m. Check out downtown’s creative side! Urban Nights will feature tours of downtown condos and apartments, artwork displayed in studios and galleries, dining and shopping deals, and lots of great entertainment. It is shaping up to be a great event, full of surprises! Look for more details closer to the event at www.downtowndayton.org

YOUR AMBASSADORS

at work

Dr. Morris & Mrs. Alison Brown, Dayton Primary & Urgent Care

The Downtown Dayton Partnership Ambassador Program has made a big difference downtown according to the employees at Wright-Patt Credit Union. “We love the Ambassadors. They do a great job keeping downtown clean and safe, and they are kind enough to remind us when we need to empty the trash can at our ATM,” said Angela Baker, assistant manager. “They are always busy doing something, and all of them are so friendly. It is nice to know that the Ambassadors are here for you.”

The lobby of Dayton Primary & Urgent Care at 301 W. First Street is a busy place. The waiting area is constantly buzzing with patients while examining rooms remain full throughout the day. It’s easy to see why the family practice had to move to a new location in October of 2005 in order to support their growth. Dr. Morris Brown, who has had his practice downtown since 1985, was initially located in the Talbott Tower. “We were out of room, but staying downtown was important,” said Alison Brown, office manager for Dayton Primary & Urgent Care. “The space we purchased was perfect because it is easily accessible for our elderly patients with a street level entrance and attached parking lot. Our patients come from all over and many of them use the Dr. Morris & Mrs. Alison Brown Greater Dayton RTA to access the facility, so downtown is the perfect place for us to be.” The 3,719 square-foot facility contains Dr. Brown’s family practice and focuses on preventive medicine and specialty treatment of diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. In addition to owning a business downtown, the couple also enjoys all of the entertainment options available in our center city. They enjoy attending DCDC performances and listening to live music at Gilly’s, and their favorite restaurants are located downtown. The couple also believes it is important to expose their eight-year-old son to the arts and culture available downtown. “Our son is a theatre buff. We love taking him to all the shows at the Victoria Theatre and Schuster Center,” added Alison. “We just have to make sure my husband has an aisle seat because it’s a given that the doctor will get paged at some point.” For more information on Dayton Primary & Urgent Care, call (937) 461-0800.

Angela Baker, Wright-Patt Credit Union

Downtown Ambassador Activity Report January/February 2007

Trash Collected.....................7,535 lbs. Graffiti Removed................................. 51 Pedestrian Assistance....................823 Property Owner/ Building Manager Contacts.........176

The Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC) will host an open house to review the preferred alternative for changing some of downtown’s streets from one-way travel to two-way travel. When: Thursday, April 5 Where: Greater Dayton RTA’s Main Office, Wright Stop Plaza, 4 S. Main Street, second floor meeting room Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (presentation at 11:30) 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (presentation at 5:30)

Motorist Assistance.........................126 Panhandling Incidents Addressed............................................... 89 Request for Police Assistance....... 71

Survey Says: Downtown Ambassadors Make a Difference! The DDP recently completed our year end survey of all downtown businesses, and it’s evident that the Ambassador Program has made an impact on our center city. Of those that responded to these questions on the 2006 Downtown Business Survey: Do you believe that the Ambassadors have made downtown cleaner? Do you believe that the Ambassadors have made downtown safer? Overall, do you feel that the Ambassadors have had a positive effect on downtown? 100%

Downtown Dayton Two-Way Street Grid Study Public Meetings Scheduled

Fidelity Plaza

Save the date

DOWNTOWN PROFILES:

80%

Percentage of “Yes” Answers

60%

40%

20%

0

97% 83%

93%

ZPVS EPXOUPXO

You’re

IN THE LOOP Get It All In Your Inbox The DDP produces a variety of e-mail communications to keep you informed on things happening in our center city. Weekly eVENTS - Looking for something fun to do downtown? The Weekly eVENTS e-mail provides you with a snapshot of what’s going on downtown in the upcoming week. Your Downtown - Your Downtown is the DDP’s newsletter, sent every other month, that provides updates on major happenings in the downtown area, as well as news about existing and new downtown businesses and projects. You will also receive supplemental e-mail alerts called “Fast Facts” when important news or updates occur between newsletters. Street Closure Notices - Stay updated on downtown traffic and street closures. This e-mail will notify you of planned street closings or changes that will have an impact on downtown traffic routes. Please e-mail [email protected] if you are interested in receiving any of these e-mail communications and we will add you to our distribution list. Please note that the DDP does not sell, rent or share our e-mail distribution lists with other businesses or organizations.

Downtown Lease Renewals

Event Connection Late Winter/ Early Spring 2007

Harold & Maude The Musical The Loft Theatre March 8-25 St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Second Street Public Market March 17 Cincinnati Reds v. Florida Marlins Fifth Third Field March 31

The following businesses just signed lease renewals. Thanks for your commitment to downtown! Pickrel, Schaeffer & Ebeling signed a five year lease in the Kettering Tower Securitas Security Services USA, Inc. signed a three year lease at 349 W. First Street U.S. Bankruptcy Court signed a ten year lease at 120 W. Third Street

RENT Schuster Center April 3 & 4 Dayton Dragons Opening Day Fifth Third Field April 5 Dayton Ballet presents The Who’s Tommy Victoria Theatre April 26-29 DVAC Art Auction Kettering Tower Lobby April 27 Life as a Legend: Marilyn Monroe Dayton Art Institute April 28-June 24 For a complete list of events happening in Downtown Dayton, visit www.downtowndayton.org

Your Special Improvement District Update from the Downtown Dayton Partnership March/April 2007

Your Downtown:

changes in progress Changes at the Kettering Tower

If you have been through the Kettering Tower in recent months you already know that the building is undergoing an lobby and building entrance renovation. Neyer Management is overseeing the improvements created by the design team from Lorenz Williams. Creating a new and exciting experience for tenants and visitors, improvements to the lobby include: • An updated reception/security desk with a modern touch screen directory system • New seating areas featuring modern furniture • WIFI access and a wall mounted media center • Additional lighting and artwork from local artists Interior renovations are expected to be completed by the end of March. The Second Street entrance to the building will be removed and replaced this summer with an entrance that creates a stronger link between the building’s interior and exterior.

Progress at the Benbow

Demolition of the vacant Admiral Benbow Hotel on Jefferson Street is moving along well and ahead of schedule. The building is being torn down to make way for RTA’s new public transit pavilion, which will replace bus stops on Main Street within the central business district. Because of the unique construction of the Benbow Hotel, the building could not be imploded. Instead it is being torn down piece by piece, floor by floor.

Avis Moves to New Location

Avis Rent-a-Car is on the move to a brand new location at 33 E. First Street. Their former location at the corner of Main Street and Monument Avenue will soon be demolished to make way for CareSource Management Group’s 10-story office tower. Wrecking crews will also be demolishing the public parking garage next to the old Avis location. “We are excited about our new location, which will be more customer friendly,” said Tim Johnson, owner of the downtown Avis Rent-a-Car. The new location will continue to provide business and leisure customers with a wide range of rental car services.

McCrory Building Ready for Big Changes

Bob and Nancy Shiffler are gearing up for the start of construction on the McCrory building at 29 S. Main Street. The couple purchased the 36,000-square-foot building late last year, and plans to begin construction on July 1. Plans for the building include both office space and first-floor retail space. “The first thing we will do is to replace the roof and restore the façade to its original look,” said Bob Shiffler. “The interior will be restored to the building’s original art-deco look and the retail space will have a 1920s ‘dime store’ flavor.” The building is expected to be complete in January 2008.

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, Interim President, at (937) 224-1518 or [email protected]

(937) 224-1518 www.downtowndayton.org 1360 Kettering Tower Dayton, Ohio 45243

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