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


