About the DDA
Driving Crystal's growth — practically.
The Crystal Township Downtown Development Authority exists to do one thing: make Crystal a better place to visit, work, live, and invest.
Our Mission
Strengthen Crystal's downtown and commercial corridors through targeted investment, business support, and clear marketing.
Who We Are
A volunteer board of local business owners, residents, and township officials, supported by professional staff.
How We Operate
Funded by Tax Increment Financing — growth-driven, not tax-rate-driven. Every dollar comes from new value created in the district.
What we deliver
- Facade grants — matching dollars for downtown business owners to upgrade storefronts.
- Infrastructure — sidewalks, lighting, landscaping, and public spaces.
- Business attraction — marketing available properties and connecting investors with opportunities.
- Events & marketing — promoting Crystal as a destination for visitors and shoppers.
- Advocacy — representing downtown interests at the township and county level.