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Follow on Google News | Tight Budgets Drive Operational Changes DowntownCareful scrutiny of expenses has led to program cuts in some communities, more negotiating for the best possible prices, increased utilization of social networking sites, and many other changes.
By: Downtown Research and Development Center In the October issue of "Downtown Idea Exchange" newsletter, editor Sheila Grant speaks with a half-dozen downtown leaders to see how they are cutting costs and improving efficiency. For example, the Milwaukee Downtown BID #21 in Milwaukee, WI, renegotiated with the firm that provides its clean and safe services. "We told them we would like them to come up with some innovative approaches that still provided a high level of service and visibility," The contractors came up with a range of ideas including variable service levels. "The contractors were able to identify the city's busiest locations and peak hours for better resource allocation," Strategies from Nashville, Dayton, Ottumwa, Chillicothe, Chambersburg, and more appear in the October issue of "Downtown Idea Exchange." About the Downtown Research & Development Center For over 50 years, the Downtown Research & Development Center has acted as the information clearinghouse on practical strategies and tactics for revitalizing the hearts of our cities and towns. The Group's main activities include publishing the widely influential "Downtown Idea Exchange" and "Downtown Promotion Reporter" newsletters; Website: http://www.DowntownDevelopment.com End
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