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First Avenue Uptown College District

Cedar Rapids, Iowa 
For more information on joining our district, please contact Cristiane AbouAssaly.

  

A new business alliance — the First Avenue Uptown College District — was formed in Cedar Rapids in 2007. The non-profit organization consists of businesses and institutions with an interest in the First Avenue corridor between 10th Street NE and 20th Street NE.

The organization started meeting informally in February 2007 as part of the Mound View Neighborhood revitalization project undertaken by JLG Architects. Since the first meeting, a Steering Committee has been formed to lead the large group, which meets every other month. Check out the Event Calendar for a full meeting schedule.

The organization continues to focus on enhancing safety and security in the district and promoting an enhanced retail environment for the Cedar Rapids community.

Organization Quick Facts

 

  • Non-profit organization, established February 2007

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  • Located in Cedar Rapids, IA

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  • Consists of businesses, organizations and friends between 10th–20th Streets, along First Avenue, including Coe College, Mount Mercy University, Moundview Neighborhood and Wellington Heights

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  • Monthly meetings are held to discuss and resolve issues
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  • Regularly meets with Cedar Rapids Police to discuss safety & security concerns
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  • Contributions are used for District-wide programming and promotion of District businesses and partners.

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    District Accomplishments

     

    • Became established as a 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization

     

    • Met with Mount Mercy University and Coe College to initiate a Student Discount Card to restaurants and retail businesses

     

    • Began the re-development and revitalization process with signs, more efficient clean-up efforts and building beautification
       

    • Initiated the opening of Community Connections Resourse Center

      2011 District Goals  

       

    • Improve safety and walkability

     

    • Host District-wide and destination events

     

    • Work to beautify First Avenue with flags and banners

     

    • Expand the Student Discount Card and grow small business success within the District

     

    • Increase membership growth and support