Who We Are.
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is an independent taxing district established by the Florida State Legislature in 1965. Led by a seven-member appointed board of directors, the Fort Lauderdale DDA has spearheaded legacy projects over the past fifty years to ensure Downtown is and remains the urban center of Broward County. Collaborating with public and private stakeholders the DDA continues to serve as a the agency responsible for coordinating and facilitating continued investment, community engagement, and consistent improvement in Downtown Fort Lauderdale.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Charlie Ladd, Chair
Barron Commercial Development
Steve Hudson, Vice Chair
Hudson Capital Group
Alan Hooper, Treasurer
Hooper Construction
Greg Brewton, Secretary
Greg Brewton & Associates
John Ropes, Board Member
Ropes Associates
Jim Ellis, Board Member
Ellis Diversified
Tim Petrillo, Board Member
The Restaurant People
DDA TEAM.
John Milledge, General Counsel
