Help Us Create a More Vibrant City
The Downtown Bellingham Business Collective
We are a group of businesses, organizations, and community members committed to supporting, maintaining, and improving our downtown core. Our mission is to engage and harness the energy of our members and other stakeholders to create a more vibrant downtown community. Our goal is to foster a downtown that supports existing businesses while creating an inviting environment that attracts new businesses, organizations, residents, and visitors, to actively engage with downtown Bellingham.
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A Vibrant Downtown Is…
Thriving
At the Downtown Bellingham Business Collective, (DBBC) we understand that a thriving downtown is the heartbeat of our community. Our vision extends beyond mere aesthetics; we aim to create a space that embodies the spirit of collaboration and innovation. Our initiatives are designed to foster collaboration among local businesses, government, organizations, artists, residents, and other interested stakeholders. We will work together to enhance public spaces, promote local events, encourage innovation, and support sustainable practices.
Pedestrian-Centric
At the Downtown Bellingham Business Collective, we believe that we have lost sight of how advantageous a people-centric, pedestrian-friendly, city can be. Imagine open, accessible, car-free spaces where local businesses thrive, vendor kiosks offer a variety of goods, art is celebrated, and every street corner invites exploration. Join us in our mission to enhance the vibrancy of our city, making it a people-centric destination designed for everyone. Your support can help us implement innovative projects that will prioritize people over cars.
Energy-Efficient
We envision a partnership between businesses, organizations, government, and residents to make our downtown a shining example of sustainability for generations to come. Sustainable energy is a cornerstone of a sustainable future. Imagine a downtown where solar panels adorn rooftops, wind turbines grace our parks, and every building contributes to a greener tomorrow. Together, we can champion effortts to create clean sustainable energy while reducing our carbon footprint, and if energy positive, can help support regional energy demand.
Diverse
Welcome to the heart of Downtown Bellingham, a diverse community where every voice matters and every story is valued. Our mission is to help foster and cultivate our vibrant community that embraces all backgrounds and experiences. Imagine a downtown alive with the energy of vibrant businesses, rich with the variety of diverse cultures. . Together, we can create a welcoming, inclusive space that honors our past while inspiring future generations. Join us in continuing to build a downtown that reflects the true essence of Bellingham, a place where everyone belongs and thrives.
Our Top Priorities
Were are currently working towards:
People First Urban Design
We are working to create a more pedestrian-centric urban core.
Sustainable, Renewable energy
A key component of a sustainable future is renewable clean energy.
Attracting More Visitors
Pro-active strategies aimed at attracting more residents and visitors to get out downtown.
Restoring Basic Grocery and Pharmacy Services
Currently Downtown Bellingham is a food desert and without access to a pharmacy.
The Downtown-Waterfront Connection
Maintaining a strong downtown – waterfront connection is essential for future growth.
Innovative use of empty downtown spaces
Creative and innovative ideas for use of empty downtown spaces,
Initiatives
Creating Unique Pedestrian-Only Spaces
We are working to possibly close sections of downtown streets to create unique, pedestrian friendly spaces.
Kinetic Energy-Generating Sculpture Contest
More information about this unique contest to come soon!
Outdoor Music Pavillion
A state-of-the-art, permanent Music Pavilion.
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Use of Open Spaces
Downtown Bellingham has a significant amount of unused spaces that are a detriment to the area. They include the JC Penney Building, the open lot on Railroad, the large building over Eyes on Fremont. We have strategies which may encourage the controlling entities to...
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The Generation Station
A fun, community-powered, interactive, renewable energy generation station. More information to follow.
Founding Members
We are a brand new organization, and are looking for a limited number of Founding Members. Founding members get all the benefits of an Advisory Member, but the the Founding Members do not pay any further annual membership fees. We are suggesting a $500 donation and are looking for 10 founding members.
