Watt Avenue Partnership

As part of this program the 80 watt district represents the district's best interests at local government agencies, and promotes the area as a desirable place to live, work, and do business. In 2019, pbid staff represented the district in front of public bodies and on supporting coalitions. Advocacy included efforts to secure additional funding for the area, work to expedite permit and development projects beneficial to the district, additional security presence, lighting, c.p.t.e.d. (crime prevention through environmental design) and other services are vital to the well-being of the district.

Our 'shine bright' campaign increased lighting within local/public areas for safety and security and lighting upgrades were continued.

The pbid uses a combination of professional staff and volunteers to properly manage programs, communicate with stakeholders and provide leadership. The management team is responsible for providing the day-to-day operations of the pbid. Additional administrative costs include; accounting and annual financial reviews, insurance, program support costs including supplies, equipment and rent, and other administration costs associated with the overhead and administrative support of programs.the budget includes a contingency reserve, which also covers dollars to use for the 'renewal of the pbid in 2030.' the contingency budget provides stability to buffer the organization from unexpected changes in revenue and the costs of renewing the pbid.