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    • Downtown Statesville Development Corporation

    About Downtown Statesville Development Cooperation

    It Comes Together Downtown
    Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization charged with administering the Main Street program for Statesville and whose mission is to champion, promote and lead Downtown Statesville as the economic, social and cultural engine in the region. This is achieved in collaboration with public-private partners working together to enhance the appearance, desirability, and vitality of downtown. 

    DSDC has administered the Statesville Main Street Program at the local level since 1982. The organization is governed by a 18-member Board of Directors and has numerous volunteer committees including the Promotions Committee, Design Committee, Economic Vitality Committee, and Organization Committee that work to implement our programs, goals, and objectives.

    Our goal is to create an environment that fosters the redevelopment of Downtown Statesville’s Central Business District and serves as a catalyst for private development and public partnerships.

    Our Mission

    Downtown Statesville Development Corporation (DSDC) champions, promotes and leads Downtown Statesville as the economic, social and cultural engine in the region. This is achieved in collaboration with public-private partners working together to enhance the appearance, desirability and vitality of downtown.

    Our Vision
    Downtown is the center of community life for Statesville and Iredell County, and exemplifies the characteristics of a livable and walkable neighborhood. Fostering a collection of independently owned destination businesses for goods and services, downtown is the hub of diverse cultural amenities, entertainment, governmental and educational experiences.
    Our Team
    Our team consists of 2 full-time members of staff. Our office is located at 104 Court Street, Suite B. Normal operating Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Brittany Marlow, Executive Director
    • Liz Petree, Community Engagement Manager
    Annual Budget 
    The 2021/2022 operating budget for DSDC is approximately $259,000. Funding comes from the following sources:
    • Municipal Service District Tax. (Approximately 42%)
    • City Appropriation. (Approximately 21%)
    • Miscellaneous, i.e. fundraising and events. (Approximately 37%)

    Our Statistics

    Statistical AccomplishmentsFiscal Year 2019/20201982-Present
    Facades Improvements1162
    Building Renovation2193
    Net Job Gain (not including part-time)221011
    Net Business Gain4227
    New Public Investment$2,148,757$59,401,318
    New Private Investment$2,261,417$57,523,976
    Total Investment$4,410,174$83,025,487

    Board and Committee Information

    The DSDC Board of Directors is comprised of 17 volunteers that share a common vision for Downtown Statesville and direct and administer activities implemented by a full-time staff. Board members serve voluntary three-year terms and represent a diverse population of interests, including downtown merchants, property owners, businesses, educational institutions and other community organizations. The Board meets once a month, on the 3rd Wednesday at noon.

    Board of Directors

    Wes Davidson - Chairman
    First Flight Bicycles

    Carla Steele, Treasurer
    Norris, Stewart & Ralston 

    Alex Prinster - Secretary
    AP Vintage Motors  .

    Billy Buck Blevins
    WAME Radio Station   

    Joe Bondi
     Red Buffalo Brewing Co.  

    Jason Cole 
    Twisted Oak American Bar & Grill/ Broad Street Burger Co.

    Jim Duffey
    American Renaissance School

    Jennifer Grant
    Native Cueticals/Stanter Consulting

    Donald Hicks, Jr.
    Statesville Housing Authority

    Doug Hendrix
    blueharbor bank

    Stamey Holland
    Holland Realty

    Anita Johnson
    The Johnson Realty Group

    Edwin LLerena
    Edwin's Hair Studio

    Larry Schaeffer
    Design Associates, Inc.

    CJ Sudman 
    Sir Speedy Print, Signs and Marketing

    Ex Officios

    Chief David Onley
    Statesville Police Department

    Asst, Chief John Ivarsson
    Statesville Police Department

    Shannon Viera, President
    Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce

    Jessica Stewart
    Iredell County Economic Development Corp.

    Cindy Sutton
    Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau

    Costi Kutteh, Mayor 
    City of Statesville

    Scott Harrell, Asst. Manager
    City of Statesville

    Design Committee

    Kevin Hollifield
    Jenkins Cleaners

    Robb Collier

    Anita Johnson
    The Johnson Group, Inc.

    Marci Sigmon
    City Of Statesville Planning Department

    CJ Sudman
    Sir Speedy Print, Signs and Marketing

    Promotions Committee

    Jason Cole 
     Twisted Oak Bar & Grill 

    Cathy Cash
    Piedmont Folkways

    Amye Burks

    Statesville Civic Center

    Alex Walker
    Walker, Robinson, Clark

    Valerie Chambers
    Red Buffalo Brewing Co.

    Cindy Sutton - Chairman
    Spokeology

    Nancy Davis
    City of Statesville

    Wes Davidson
    First Flight Bicycles

    Economic Vitality Committee

    Doug Hendrix - Chairman
    blueharbor bank

    Carla Steele
    Norris, Stewart & Ralston

    John Childress
    Banner Drug

    Anita Johnson
    The Johnson Group, Inc.

    Joe Bondi
    Red Buffalo Brewing Co. 

    Carole Hendrix
    OPUS Financial Advisors Inc.

    Matthew Pierce
    Iredell County Economic Development Corporation 

    Wes Davidson
    First Flight Bicycles

    Tip Nicholson 
    Statesville ABC Board

    Cheryl Matthews
    Johnson’s Greenhouse

    Organization Committee

    Wes Davidson - Chairman
    First Flight Bicycles

    Carla Steele, Treasurer
    Norris, Stewart & Ralston
    Alex Prinster, Secretary
    AP Vintage Motors