Program areas at MT Airy CDC
Real estate development work to remove blight, push markets, and attract private investment to commercial corridors and residential neighborhoods through scattered-site residential rehab and large-scale mixed-use development, as well as transit-oriented development. In addition, the organization self-manages its real estate portfolio and provides an array of property management services. Regular services include lease management and tenant negotiation, performance of ongoing maintenance and capital improvement projects, analysis of portfolio financial performance, preparation of annual property budgets, maintenance of loan portfolio compliance and risk management.
Community programs which include the MT. Airy schools coalition, advancement of youth literacy, and various community events such as supper sessions, moonlight movies, and autumn on the avenue.
Neighborhood programs work to improve the quality of life for neighbors through services, housing counseling to first-time homebuyers and distressed homeowners.
Business district revitalization work to improve the business climate along MT. Airy's main street, germantown avenue, through streetscape and place-making improvements and the operation of a program to provide business owners with a host of services including marketing, technical assistance and event planning.