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Business Development & the Business Districts
Purpose
The purpose of the Business Development Commission (BDC) is to bring various business-related interests together to foster policies and programs that will create a welcoming, dynamic, and prosperous business community in Webster Groves.
Programs and Activities
The BDC conducts several programs and activities annually. Click here to see the City's Business Development efforts.
2021 Business Roundtable
Functions
The Crossroads Business District Advisory Commission provides an outlet where business owners and operators in the Crossroads business district can collectively enhance and promote their business and retail environment. They advise Council on the uses of district revenues.
Facade Grant Program
Businesses within the district can apply for up to $2,000 in a matching grant for face improvements to their facility. Click here to learn more and apply.
Digital Strike Pickleball Tournament 2022 in Crossroads. Photo by Webster-Kirkwood Times
Functions
The Old Orchard Business District Advisory Commission provides an outlet where business owners in Old Orchard can collectively enhance and promote their business and retail environment. They advise Council on uses of district revenues.
Facade Grant Program
Businesses within the district can apply for up to $2,000 in a matching grant for face improvements to their facility. Click here to learn more and apply.
Old Orchard Gazebo Series
Functions
The Old Webster Business District Advisory Commission provides an outlet where business owners and operators in the Old Webster business district can collectively enhance and promote their business and retail environment. They advise Council on the uses of district revenues.
Old Webster along N Gore Avenue