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Longtime DDA chair Mary Lou Hartwell presents history of downtown, says she has stepped down after nearly 30 years
Summary
Mary Lou Hartwell gave a presentation on the Downtown Development Authority’s history and importance and told the Paw Paw Village Council she recently stepped down as DDA chairperson after nearly 30 years of service.
Mary Lou Hartwell presented to the Paw Paw Village Council on April 27 about the history and importance of the Downtown Development Authority and said she recently stepped down as the DDA’s chairperson after nearly 30 years.
Hartwell described the DDA’s role in downtown planning and noted ongoing local initiatives including downtown flower displays, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) banners and holiday lighting. The DDA board discussed those items at a recent meeting, according to the council record.
Nut graf: Hartwell’s presentation framed the DDA as a long‑standing civic institution that coordinates downtown beautification and events. Her departure as chair marks a leadership transition for the local authority; the minutes do not identify her successor or a timeline for new leadership.
Council members acknowledged the presentation during the meeting’s presentations section. The minutes do not record debate or motions regarding the DDA chair position; the entry is a presentation and informational for the council to note.
Ending: The minutes show the DDA board’s near‑term activities are focused on aesthetic improvements and event decorations; further governance steps (appointment of a new chair) were not specified in the meeting record.
