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Preparation of Downtown Development and
Tax Increment Financing Plans Is Underway

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The DDA has begun work on a downtown plan and tax increment financing plan (Downtown/TIF plan) for the Iron Mountain downtown district. The purpose of that effort is to develop goals, strategies, and projects to guide new development, redevelopment, housing, business growth, and public facilities within the downtown district over the next 25 years. Last … Read more

Volunteer Opportunities with Downtown Events!

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Volunteer Sign-Ups are OPEN for Downtown Iron Mountain’s 2025 Festivals! Volunteering is a fun and rewarding way to get involved in the community. The DDA 2025 festival season is packed with amazing events, and YOUR help is a key element to making all Downtown Iron Mountain events a success! This is a great opportunity for: … Read more

Building Improvement Grant Program 2025
Now Open for Applications

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Happy New Year! It’s time once again to open up the DDA’s local Building Improvement Grant (BIG) program for applications. This long-standing program – formerly known as “facade grants” – provides financial assistance to downtown building owners to assist in renovation and improvement of buildings in our historic downtown. Since 2009, the BIG program and … Read more

Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays at the Downtown Iron Mountain Christmas Walk – Friday, December 6th, 4 PM to 6 PM

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The holiday season is upon us, and there’s no better place to experience the magic of Christmas than in Downtown Iron Mountain! On Friday, December 6th, join us for the Downtown Iron Mountain Christmas Walk, a festive event packed with holiday cheer, family-friendly activities, and a warm community atmosphere. This year’s Christmas Walk will run … Read more

But Wait – There’s More!

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We hope everyone had fun at Italian fest on August 10. Many thanks go out to the sponsors of this annual event for making it a success in 2024, especially Signature Sponsor LiUNA Local 1329, Music Sponsor TADCA, and Children’s Area Sponsor First National Bank & Trust. Other sponsors of Italian Fest 2024 include Northern … Read more

Preparations Underway for 2024 Farmers & Artisans Market

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Preparations are well underway for the Downtown Iron Mountain Farmers & Artisans Market (FAM). The first date of the season is coming up in about 2 months on Saturday, June 1. In early March, we contacted all of the vendors from last season and are thrilled to announce that 20 of them have already committed … Read more

DDA Is Seeking Board and Committee Members

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The Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is currently looking for people to serve on the DDA Board of Directors and several DDA Committees. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in setting the direction of a variety of high-visibility and impactful activities including events, beautification, and business development. All of those activities are … Read more

DDA Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now

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The Iron Mountain Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is in the process of planning this year’s summer events, festivals, beautification (flowers), and Farmers & Artisans Market. There are some great opportunities for getting in on the action by becoming a sponsor, and we want everyone to know what is available – that’s why we put all … Read more

Building Improvement Grant Program 2024 Coming January 2

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Get ready! The DDA announces the new and improved Building Improvement Grant (BIG) program. We’ve taken the Facade and Downtown Assistance Program (DAP) grants from years past and combined / simplified them. With this program, the DDA will keep moving ahead with a long-standing tradition of providing assistance for renovation and improvement of buildings in … Read more

It’s the Holiday Season in Downtown Iron Mountain

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Christmas Day 2023 is only three weeks away! Get in the holiday spirit by coming Downtown for the Christmas Walk on Friday, December 8 between 4:00 and 6:00 PM. You can get more information on our Christmas Walk page. If you’re looking for unique and thoughtful gifts for loved ones, friends, and others on your … Read more

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