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DID highlights grants, Main Street designation as routes to expand downtown capacity
Summary
Presenters said the DID secured more than $400,000 in grants/in-kind support in 2026 and recommended exploring Main Street designation to expand technical assistance and funding for downtown projects and programs.
Presenters told council the Downtown State College Improvement District has pursued outside funding to supplement assessment revenue. Ben Margolis said the DID "secured more than 400,000 in grants and in kind support for downtown projects and programs" in 2026, citing public-art, facade improvements and event support.
Marsha recommended exploring Main Street designation to access additional technical assistance and funding opportunities, and emphasized diversifying revenue so the DID does not depend solely on assessment receipts. Presenters listed example uses of grant and in-kind support, including marketing, retail launch assistance and public-art projects.
