Downtown

Downtown Fresno

The Downtown Fresno Partnership is defined as a Property-based Business Improvement District (PBID). California State Law defines PBIDs in the California Streets and Highways code 36600 as a property and business owner collaborative forming a partnership between the public and private sector, organized for the improvement of a specific commercial area. In this structure, the property owners determine the boundaries of the PBID and how much they are willing to spend to allow for the services they desire in the district. A PBID provides services over and above those provided by the city. A PBID is governed by a private non-profit corporation made up of the property owners.

All funds raised are returned to the private non-profit corporation governing the district, which is responsible for managing the district and delivering district services. PBIDs have a defined life, which cannot exceed five years, pursuant to the PBID law. Property owner support is required for renewal and the formation process must be followed. The Downtown Fresno Partnership was established on January 1, 2011 and was approved for renewal in 2015.

Who We Serve

Through leadership, partnership, and advocacy we serve the City of Fresno, the business community, Fulton Street and other downtown merchants, public and private agencies, and the community at large.

A map of downtown is to the left. The properties included in our district are the ones identified as Zones 1, 2 and 3. Click on the map for a larger downloadable map.

The Board of Directors for the Downtown Fresno Partnership represents a diverse selection of community members, united in their passion for a revitalized downtown Fresno.

What We Do

The Downtown Fresno Partnership is leading downtown Fresno toward its future as a vibrant hub of business activity by promoting downtown's image; supporting physical improvements and development; advocating for merchants; and hosting special events that bring new life to the historic core of our city. Specifically, what do we do?

1. Work to improve the downtown physical environment by:

• Improving signage and adding banners
• Removing litter and installing/maintaining new garbage receptacles
• Adding new landscaping and improving existing landscaping
• Deploying overnight security to work in tandem with Fresno PD
• Understanding the resources available for the homeless/transient population and working to mitigate the impact on the downtown business community
• Working with the City of Fresno closely to address any maintenance or repair issues

1. Strengthen the downtown business community by:

• Publishing quarterly updates on business development and investment
• Hosting a regular speaker series that addresses common business concerns – Downtown Investor Series with Veronica Stumpf
• Creating a business network that encourages exchange among businesses
• Becoming a conduit between property owners, brokers, business owners and the business resources that create viable business opportunities
• Marketing downtown as a whole and the business community through various promotions, networks, events, social media and internet vehicles
• Recruiting new businesses to downtown Fresno by demonstrating the growth potential and the vision

1. Program the central business district in an effort to showcase the community and engage a variety of audiences by:

• Producing a variety of events around downtown including the Market on Kern, Fiestas Patrias, the Downtown Christmas Parade, and the State of Downtown
• Encouraging other organizations to produce events in downtown and assisting where appropriate to ensure their success
• Marketing all downtown events through our website, newsletters and social media

 

Discover downtown Fresno on your next visit! It is an exciting time to be downtown as we prepare for the reopening of Fulton Street, restoring it back to the Central Valley's main street, and a center for culture, commerce and experience.

Downtown has seen more than 180 units of residential housing and more than 50 businesses added in recent years. You'll find everything you need in downtown, including major events, farmer's markets, schools, grocery stores, music festivals, happy hour spots, breweries, bicycle facilities, a monthly ArtHop, food trucks, and world-class murals and public art.

Whether it's for business or pleasure, downtown Fresno has the accommodations and proximity to attractions to suit your needs. From the Doubletree Hotel and Conference Center (located conveniently across the street from the Fresno Convention and Entertainment Center) to the newly renovated Downtown Radisson (centrally located on Van Ness Avenue), Downtown is the perfect place to stay, hold a conference or book your special event.

There's a new district in town – the Brewery District! Grab your brewery gear and hit the trail to visit downtown Fresno's 3 breweries (and counting).

-COMING SOON!-

How it will Work…

1. Pick up your Ale Trail passport at any participating brewery to get started.
2. Collect a stamp at each brewery visit.
3. Drop completed passports at breweries for your chance to win brewery swag.

The Breweries

Check the breweries social media or website for addresses and hours of operation: