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DOWNTOWN MESA ASSOCIATION
Mesa, AZ · EIN 742395660 · Form 990 · FY2020 · Small ($100K-$1M) · downtownmesa.com
revenue
$964K
expenses
$902K
net assets
$723K
employees
18
volunteers
16
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

Business and Economic Development in Downtown Mesa

profile · synthesized from sources

DOWNTOWN MESA ASSOCIATION is an operational organization focused on the revitalization and promotion of Downtown Mesa, Arizona. It supports local businesses, organizes community events, and maintains public art installations to enhance the cultural and economic vitality of the area. The association also manages parking solutions for visitors and employees within the downtown district.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $225K
    Management and Enforcement of Parking within the Mesa downtown square mile.
  2. #2 $451K
    Management of Public Property within the Mesa Downtown square mile including the following: trash, graffiti eradication, pigeon control, and pressure washing sidewalks, alleys and parking garages.
named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Event Submission
Allows local businesses and organizations to submit events happening within the downtown district for promotion on the association's website.
Parking Management
Manages free parking spaces, parking garages, and employee parking permits to ensure easy access for visitors and employees in Downtown Mesa.
Public Art Program
Provides a self-guided tour of sculptures and murals throughout Downtown Mesa to enhance arts and culture for visitors and residents.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Destination Marketing & Visitor Information Services 4 activities
    • Promoting Downtown Mesa Businesses and Lifestyle
      Promotes urban living, local shopping, dining, arts, culture, and investment opportunities in Downtown Mesa, and offers gift cards to support local businesses.
    • Promoting Downtown Mesa as a Destination
      The organization promotes Downtown Mesa as a vibrant urban living area, highlighting its proximity to Light Rail, local shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. They also maintain a website to list events and showcase the area's cuisine, local treasures, unique public art, and investment opportunities.
    • Promoting Downtown Mesa as a Destination
      The organization promotes Downtown Mesa as an urban living destination, highlighting its proximity to Light Rail, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. They also promote local businesses, unique public art, and investment opportunities within the downtown area.
    • Promoting Downtown Mesa as a Destination
      The organization promotes Downtown Mesa as an urban living destination, highlighting its proximity to Light Rail, shopping, dining, arts, culture, and unique public art. They also promote local businesses, cuisine, and investment opportunities.
  • Public Art Walks & Tours 3 activities
    • Curating and Promoting Public Art
      Offers a self-guided tour of sculptures and murals in Downtown Mesa through a Downtown Guide & Art Walk, featuring various public art pieces such as "Acrocanthosaurus," "Bearly Fishin'," "Betty," "Big Charlie Black," "Big League Dreams," "Booked for the Day," the "Butterfly Mural," the "Cinderella Mural," and "Climb as High as Your Dreams."
    • Curating and Promoting Public Art
      The organization offers a self-guided tour of sculptures and murals in Downtown Mesa through a Downtown Guide & Art Walk, featuring various public art pieces such as "Acrocanthosaurus," "Bearly Fishin'," "Betty," "Big Charlie Black," "Big League Dreams," "Booked for the Day," the "Butterfly Mural," the "Cinderella Mural," and "Climb as High as Your Dreams."
    • Curating and Promoting Public Art
      The organization offers a self-guided tour of sculptures and murals in Downtown Mesa through a Downtown Guide & Art Walk. They feature various public art pieces, including "Acrocanthosaurus," "Bearly Fishin'," "Betty," "Big Charlie Black," "Big League Dreams," "Booked for the Day," the "Butterfly Mural," the "Cinderella Mural," and "Climb as High as Your Dreams."
  • Public Parking Management & Operations 3 activities
    • Managing Parking Services
      The organization provides over 5,000 free parking spaces daily in Downtown Mesa, with free garage parking available after 5 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends. They also manage parking permits for employees in the downtown area.
    • Managing Parking Services
      The organization provides over 5,000 free parking spaces daily in Downtown Mesa, with free garage parking after 5 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends, and manages parking permits for employees.
    • Managing Public Parking
      Provides over 5,000 free parking spaces daily in Downtown Mesa, with free garage parking after 5 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends, and manages parking permits for employees.
  • Community Art Exhibitions & Festivals 3 activities
    • Organizing and Hosting Community Events
      The organization hosts various community events, including the monthly Downtown Mesa Sunset Market, weekly storytimes, and the two-day Mesa Amplified music festival, which features live performances and a neon dance party. They also organize specific events like "Mesa Amplified 'Movie in the Plaza'" and "Mesa Amplified 'Under the Neon Moon' Dance Party" to engage residents and visitors with arts and culture.
    • Organizing and Hosting Community Events
      The organization hosts various community events, including the monthly Downtown Mesa Sunset Market, weekly storytimes, and the two-day Mesa Amplified music festival with live performances and a neon dance party. They also organize specific events like "Mesa Amplified 'Movie in the Plaza'."
    • Organizing and Hosting Community Events
      Organizes and hosts various community events in Downtown Mesa, including the monthly Sunset Market, storytimes, movie nights, dance parties, and the two-day Mesa Amplified music festival featuring live performances and interactive experiences.
  • Local Gift Certificate Programs 3 activities
    • Supporting Local Businesses
      The organization offers gift cards to support businesses located in Downtown Mesa.
    • Supporting Local Businesses through Gift Cards
      The organization offers gift cards to encourage support for businesses located in Downtown Mesa.
    • Supporting Local Businesses through Gift Cards
      The organization offers gift cards to encourage patronage and support businesses located in Downtown Mesa.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Maintaining an Event Listing Website
      The organization maintains a website that lists various events taking place in Downtown Mesa.
    • Maintaining an Event Listing Website
      The organization maintains a website to list events happening in Downtown Mesa, providing a centralized resource for visitors and residents.
financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$964K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$964K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$902K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$441K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$732K
Cash$727K
Investments$0
Liabilities$9K
Net assets$723K
Liquid reserves9.7 mo
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Nancy Hormann Secretary / Exec Director / President 40 $138K
board members · 10
  • Brian Marshall — Director
  • Brian Snider — Director
  • Cory TerEick — Director
  • Jeff McVay — Treasurer
  • Kevin Broeckling — Chair
  • Laurent Teichman — Director
  • Robert Bisetti — Vice Chair
  • Susan Stephensen — Director
  • Tim Sprague — Director
  • Tony Wall — Director
relationships · 23

who they work with

  • Arizona Museum of Natural History Partner — Provides on-site parking for the museum.
  • Avista Senior Living Partner — Listed as a senior living option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Bel-Aire Manor Apartments Partner — Listed as an apartment option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Cimarron Apartments Partner — Listed as an apartment option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa Partner — Provides on-site parking for the hotel.
  • ECO Mesa Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Lofts at the Drew Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Melody on Main Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Mesa Arts Center Partner — Presents the "Let's Play! Drama Story Time" event.
  • Mesa Arts Center Partner — Provides on-site parking for the arts center.
  • Mesa Artspace Lofts Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Mesa City Plaza Partner — Provides on-site parking for Mesa City Plaza.
  • Mesa Convention Center Partner — Provides on-site parking for the convention center.
  • Mesa Library Partner — Provides on-site parking for the library.
  • Metro at Downtown Mesa Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Mezona on Main Apartments Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Municipal Building Partner — Provides on-site parking for the Municipal Building.
  • Pennytree Apartments Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Residences on First Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Second Avenue Commons Partner — Listed as a residential option in Downtown Mesa.
  • Visit Mesa Partner — Provides a Downtown Guide & Art Walk for self-guided tours of public art.
  • i.d.e.a. Museum Partner — Provides on-site parking for the museum.
  • local vendors Partner — Collaborates with local vendors to participate in the Sunset Market.