1. Downtown Catalyst Project
Chronology of Economic Development

2. Ben & Jerry’s
1949
July 15, 1949 – first TV in Davidson

3. Downtown Davidson 1962 and 2006

4. Downtown Davidson 2003

11. Goals of Downtown Catalyst Project
Capture demand for goods, services, and housing
Year after year citizen surveys say that citizens want more shopping, dining and employment opportunities
Comprehensive Plan goal to provide jobs for every citizen that can work in Davidson (60% of our population)
Create space for town services that no longer fit in town hall
Provide a parking solution for downtown
Attract private investment dollars
Connect Downtown to South Main
Follow our planning principles