Downtown Development Authority

The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) develops programs and projects which are aimed at improving downtown East Lansing including new business development, business recruitment and retention, downtown beautification, public improvements, marketing and promotion. Members must consist of commissioners that own or manage commercial property in the downtown and one member who lives within the DDA District.

DDA Committees


Meetings

Downtown Development Authority Seal

Agendas & Minutes


Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Agendas & Minutes | View Agendas & Minutes (prior to August 27, 2015)

Members


  • Jeffrey J. Smith, Property/Business Interest
    Term expires: 2020
  • Mike Krueger, Property/Business Interest
    Term expires: 2023
  • Eric Sudol, Property/Business Interest
    Term expires: 2020
  • Lynsey Little Clayton, At-Large Member
    Term expires: 2020
  • Peter Dewan, Chair, At-Large Member
    Term expires: 2021
  • James Croom, Vice Chair, At-Large Member
    Term expires: 2021


  • Jill Rhode, Resident of the District
    Term Expires: 2022
  • Luke Hackney, Property/Business Interest
    Term Expires: 2022
  • Greg Ballein, Property/Business Interest
    Term Expires: 2022
  • Ruth Beier, Mayor (Bylaws)
  • George Lahanas, Executive Secretary, City Manager/Property Interest

City Staff

Apply for a Vacancy


Submit a Board / Commission Application (PDF) to apply for an appointment to the Downtown Development Authority.