Woodward Avenue Action Association






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Volunteer committees help direct various programs and activities to achieve our goals for Woodward. Modeled after the National Main Street Program, the four core committees are: Organization, Design, Promotion and Economic Revitalization. Volunteers are welcome in any committee, and we’re happy to assist you in finding your place in our organization.
 
Committees typically meet once a month for one hour at the WA3 office in Royal Oak. Other volunteer assignments are available on an as-needed basis. Contact the WA3 for volunteer opportunities.
 
Organization Committee:
  • Committed to developing economic sustainability and funding for Woodward, with a focus on Membership and Fundraising.
  • Current project:
    • the development of the Friends of Woodward program, consisting of local residents who’ll serve as WA3 ambassadors to communicate the Woodward vision and help build support for the WA3.
  • The Organization Committee usually meets on the third Tuesday of each month, 8:30 a.m. at the WA3 office. Contact the WA3 if you’d like to participate!
  • UPCOMING MEETINGS: March 21
Design Committee:
  • Committed to developing strategies and projects to enhance the visual quality and beautification of Woodward, continuing initiatives to unify and promote public spaces, signage and streetscapes throughout the corridor.
  • Current project:
    • a Design Resource Manual that will assist Woodward businesses with façade and building renovations
  • The Design Committee usually meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at the WA3 office. Contact the WA3 if you’d like to participate!
  • UPCOMING MEETINGS: January 18, February 22
Promotions Committee:
  • Committed to promoting Woodward Avenue through merchandise, community events and communication mechanisms, providing networking events and activities to support Woodward, and increasing membership development through recognition, awards and partnerships.
  • Current projects:
    • “Shop Woodward...Buy on the Byway” - a member promotion offering discounts for customers who shop at Woodward businesses.
    • Merchandise - a new line of products that will reflect the Woodward story and heritage.
  • The Promotions Committee usually meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. Contact the WA3 if you’d like to participate!
  • UPCOMING MEETINGS: January 24, February 28
Economic Revitalization (ER) Committee:
  • Committed to collaborating to provide workshops and seminars to benefit members and increase Woodward’s vitality, conducting business development and retention activities, and highlighting investment along Woodward.
  • Current projects:
    • GIS - a new Geographic Information System (GIS) for the Woodward corridor that will increase the WA3’s ability to assess economic development strategies and opportunities
    • Developing a Branding workshop in conjunction with the "Shop Woodward" program.
  • The ER Committee usually meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. at the WA3 office. Contact the WA3 if you’d like to participate!
  • UPCOMING MEETINGS: January 25, March 1