DOWNTOWN SHREVEPORT DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

The Downtown Shreveport Development Corporation was established as a 501 (c) 4 not-for-profit to advance the development of downtown, acting in its capacity as a development corporation. DSDC contracts for management services with the Downtown Development Authority.

The ShrevePark Garage facade replacement included the north elevator tower and the south stairwell tower. Recently, a lighting throughout the garage enhanced the look and security in the facility.

Does Your Downtown Business Need Financial Assistance?

DSDC also manages a low interest loan fund. Loans are made primarily for facade related improvements, although roof replacement, residential construction, landscaping and other improvements are encouraged. Currently, loans are being offered at 3.5% up to a maximum of $100,000 for 10 years. Call (318) 222-7403 today!

The Common Street Lot, a joint development of DSDC and First United Methodist Church.

Looking for a convenient downtown parking place?

As part of a continued effort to enhance the West Edge Arts District, DSDC partnered with First United Methodist Church in the redevelopment of the church’s property at the head of Texas Street.  Facing Texas Street, Milam, and Common, the 115-space surface parking lot accommodates monthly and hourly parkers.  DSDC invested $100,000 to help develop the lot.  ShrevePark Parking Services provides daily oversight.  Monthly parking:  $30.  Call 318-222-7403 for more information.

DSDC2, Inc. - Preserving Our Heritage One Building at a Time

DSDC2, Inc. was created to encourage the redevelopment of older buildings. This non-profit is a co-general partner with Historic Restoration Inc. in the 109 unit Lee Hardware and United Jewelers apartment complex.

Need a place to view a great movie downtown?

DSDC2, Inc. (an affiliate of DSDC) purchased and renovated a deteriorated property at 617-619 Texas Street.  DSDC invested $350,000 to purchase and renovate the building.  DSDC and DDA are partnering with the Robinson Film Center to champion the development of a cinema/theater in the West Edge Arts District.  The Film Center will be the first of its kind in the south when completed. 

Call 318-424-9090 or visit www.robinsonfilmcenter.org for more information.

DOWNTOWN SHREVEPORT DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OFFICERS
Roland Ricou (Sealy & Co.) – President
John Hubbard (AEP/SWEPCO) – Vice President
A. Cantu, Jr. (AmSouth Bank) - Treasurer
Julie Zadeck (Zadeck Energy Group) – Secretary

DIRECTORS
Harry Avant (Smith Operating)
Stanton Dossett III (Fairfield Property Management)
Conway Link (LSUS)
Greg Lott (JP Morgan Chase Bank, NA)
Deryl Medlin (McMichael, Melin & Weir)
David Nelson (David Nelson Architect)
Stacy Williams (C. W. Lane Company)