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32 M I S S I O N V I S I O N S TAT E M E N T The Wichita Downtown Development Corporation WDDC was launched in 2002 to revitalize and enhance the City center. The WDDC is a private 501c3 not-for-profit corporation that works closely with the private sector and local government to stimulate new investment and interest in Downtown Wichita. The mission of the WDDC is to direct a comprehensive economic development program to strengthen Downtown as The heart of the city for all citizens An active and prosperous place for businesses and employees A center for artistic and cultural experiences and A vibrant urban environment for residents workers and visitors. The WDDC is governed by a 25-member Board of Directors who represent Downtown business and property owners. The WDDC contracts with the City of Wichita to provide Downtown development services. The contract is funded through a Self Supported Municipal Improvement District SSMID that encompasses the geographic area bounded by Washington Ave. Central Ave. Kellogg Ave. and the Arkansas River. The WDDC Board of Directors employs a professional staff who can assist entrepreneurs developers and property owners to evaluate and plan a range of investment decisions. The WDDC can help to identify prospective business locations provide market data evaluate opportunities for new retail and service businesses develop marketing and promotional strategies and assist with conceptualizing and implementing construction projects. Downtown Wichita is under transformation and we are excited to be a part of it. Resources provided by the WDDC help guide public and private investment which makes Downtown Wichita a better place to do business. Not all cities have a resource like the WDDC and the community is fortunate to have them. Bryce Baker Vice President of Security National Life Insurance Co. Wichita Riverfest wichitariverfest.com Photo credit Debbie Greene