Elmira Downtown Development, 1960-2016

Summary

Abstract:
This collection contains papers relating to Elmira Downtown Development, Inc.
Extent:
4 linear feet
Language:
English

Background

Scope and content:

The Elmira Downtown Development papers include newspaper clippings (1997-2006); reports and studies (1960-2004); administrative documents (1980s-2006); photographs (1983-2014); and assorted papers.

Biographical / historical:

Elmira Downtown Development, Inc. (EDD) was established in January 1990 to administer programs and activities within the city’s Business Improvement District, a 52-block zone centered on the downtown area. Throughout its thirty-year history, EDD has worked to develop the economic, residential, and artistic vitality of downtown Elmira. In partnership with local political leaders, the business community, schools, and other area groups, EDD carries out its mission through a variety of means, including event promotion, property development, and the administering of government grants. The organization’s efforts have been especially focused on economic revitalization. To this end, it has overseen numerous initiatives, including the preparation of strategies for developing retail space in downtown Elmira, as well as a “Master Plan” developed during the mid-1990s that sought to implement a comprehensive residential and economic improvement program for the downtown area. Among its other endeavors, EDD takes an active role in the preservation of historic buildings, winning a state grant in 2015 as part of the “Preserve New York” program. The organization has also participated in local environmental and conservation efforts, including the hosting of an annual city clean-up event.

Acquisition information:
The items in this collection were donated to the Booth Library by Elmira Downtown Development, Inc. in 2022.
Rules or conventions:
Describing Archives: a Content Standard

Access and use

Restrictions:

The Chemung County Historical Society's research library and archives are open to the public from 1pm to 5pm, Monday through Friday. There is a $5 fee for non-members.

Location of this collection:
415 E. Water Street
Elmira, NY 14901, United States
Link to repository site
Contact:
(607) 734-4167
cchs@chemungvalleymuseum.org