International Downtown Association Membership Benefits

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1 International Downtown Association Membership Benefits Inform. Inf luence. Inspire. International Downtown Association

2 IDA Membership Categories IDA members come from many backgrounds, disciplines, and organizations and are connected by the shared commitment of creating economically vibrant and culturally stimulating downtowns and town centers in the U.S., Canada, and abroad. Non-Profit Organization Downtown organizations including Business Improvement Districts/Areas and other center city improvement organizations. Public Agency, State, Provincial, National Association Public agencies, units of government, state associations, and non-profit organizations whose interests include downtown development. Individual Individuals who are involved in downtown or center city improvement and who do not fall into any of the other categories. For-Profit Corporate/Business For-profit corporations and businesses involved in improving or enhancing downtowns. Academic Institutions or professionals, academic institutional subdivisions. Student Virtual Current full-time students with an interest in downtown development. Must provide copy of student ID. International Virtual Individuals or organizations outside of the United States and Canada who have an interest in downtown development. Membership Dues IDA employs a sliding scale for most categories of membership dues, as described below. All dues are billed and received in US dollars. All budget figures should be given in US dollars. Operating Budget/Gross Revenue Dues (USD) $75,000 and Under $310 $75,001 - $100,000 $360 $100,001 - $300,000 $460 $300,001 - $600,000 $670 $600,001 - $1,000,000 $870 $1,000,001 - $2,000,000 $1,125 $2,000,001 - $3,000,000 $1,430 $3,000,001 - $4,000,000 $1,630 $4,000,001 - $5,000,000 $1,940 $5,000,001 - $7,500,000 $2,350 $7,500,001 and Over $2,650 Individual & Academic $310 * Effective January 1, 2011 Student Virtual $55 International Virtual $105

3 About the International Downtown Association The International Downtown Association is a champion for vital and livable urban centers and strives to inform, influence, and inspire downtown leaders and advocates. Founded in 1954, the International Downtown Association has more than 550 members worldwide and is the guiding force in creating healthy and dynamic centers that anchor the well-being of towns, cities, and regions of the world. IDA Membership by the Numbers IDA Membership by Category 42 % Non-Prof it 25 % 14 % 14 % Individual Corporation Government/ Agency IDA Membership by Geographic Region 5 % Student, Academic, International Had it not been for IDA I never would ve had the encouragement or the tools to embark upon this journey. I trace it back to the Vancouver Conference...I sat transfixed, got inspired and came back home loaded for bear. That seed planted at an IDA conference has really taken root! Kerry Morrison Executive Director Hollywood Property Owners Alliance 12 % Canada 18 % West 16 % Midwest 22 % South 25 % Northeast 3 % Europe 2 % South America/New Zealand/Islands 2 % Asia/Australia and Africa

4 Member Benefits IDA offers a wide-range of benefits to its members, with the goal of connecting you to the resources that will help you succeed. Take a look at the benefits we provide to our members and don t spend another day struggling on your own. Discounted prices on the industry s best conferences where you gain a network of contacts you can call on again and again; plus new ideas, skills, and techniques to implement in your downtown. A place to get yourself, your staff, and your board inspired about the possibilities for your city! Instant access to successful strategies through technology, including a comprehensive website, podcasts, and listservs that help you save time and money by sharing resources. Research on downtowns, including our exclusive Salary Survey and State of the Downtowns Report, plus cutting edge topics that give you the Benchmark Survey information necessary to make the case for your organization. Access to The Brain Trust, a group of 200+ downtown leaders who share the benefit of their experience with members. Pose a question and get answers! Archived information also available online. Monthly news in the IDAdvantage and bi-weekly Jobs/RFPs ereport sent right to your desk. Special member-only discounts with a variety of publications, services and webinars! The opportunity to use Advisory Panels, a multi-disciplinary consulting team built to meet your community s unique needs. Whether to develop a vision and direction, build consensus, or construct an action plan, an advisory panel can help you achieve your goals. Discounted prices to enter the Downtown Achievement Awards that recognize outstanding accomplishments in the industry and serve as a repository for great ideas that can be borrowed by other cities. Strategic partnerships offering members monetary grants and a voice in the latest public policy issues that impact your downtown, with steps you can take to be an effective advocate. An online membership directory with full contact information to connect you to more than 4,000 organizations, consultants, vendors, and friends of IDA. Reciprocal membership with the London-based Association of Town Centre Management (ATCM). Opportunity to play an active role in the working of IDA, at the committee level or by election to the Board of Directors. Have your RFPs posted on IDA s website and ereport for free and receive discounted placement of job ads.

5 IDA Membership Enrollment Form Please type or print clearly. Fax or mail to IDA complete with payment. I. Contact Information Organization: Address: City: State/Province: Zip/Postal Code: Country: Website: Fax: Name: Title: Phone: Staff Name: Staff Title: Phone: How did you hear about IDA? o List my information in the directory (viewable only to members). II. Membership Category & Demographic Information (Please indicate one of the following membership categories) o Non-Profit Organization Operating Budget (USD): $ o Public Agency/State, Provincial, National Association City Population: Metro Population: Operating Budget (USD): $ o For-Profit Corporation/Business Annual Gross Revenue (USD): $ Staff Size: (Revenue information is for internal IDA use only will not be disclosed.) o Individual o Academic o Student Virtual o International Virtual III. Dues Payment Dues Payment Enclosed (US): $ o Check (Payable in US dollars to the International Downtown Association) Credit Card o Visa o MasterCard o American Express Card Number: Exp. Date: / Name on Card: Signature: Return completed form with payment to: Fax: International Downtown Association 1025 Thomas Jefferson Street NW, Suite 500W Washington, DC Inform. Inf luence. Inspire. Questions? Call International Downtown Association

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