Improving Communities through Care and Collaboration

When Neighborhood Improvement Districts (NIDS) or Business Improvement Districts (BIDS) require a unique and specialized approach, Taggart Associates, through our community and economic development services, are able to assist communities and residents in setting up Community Benefit Districts (CBD).

These special downtown areas are designed to allow residents and business owners to assess themselves in order to gain funding for special projects or to meet certain goals. Property owners in the district derive the direct benefit of their dollars by leveraging ownership to fund projects or items that local governments may not be willing or able to fund.

Since their formation is governed by legislation, it is important to have a qualified and experienced team of economic development professionals to streamline the implementation of a CBD.

We are committed to helping create vibrant, healthy downtowns and neighborhoods. We help build unique environments that encourage growth and community spirit based on proven strategies and teamwork.

Community Development

• Creation of effective subcommittee structure and membership recruitment
• Analysis of a district's assets and liabilities
• Creation of a strategic plan
• Establishment of a core group of business or property stakeholders
• Establishment of Special Assessment Districts, BIDs, or NIDs through local ordinance
• Analysis of strengths and weaknesses of existing business organizations
• Conflict resolution between public entities and private business groups
• District management maintenance
• Fundraising strategy development
• Marketing, public relations and public involvement

From the Lehigh Valley to the tri-state area and across the country, Taggart Associates helps find unique, sustainable solutions to urban challenges in communities just like yours. Let us help you facilitate your change with success. Call today at (610) 882-1571 or fill out our Request for Services.