Getting Involved
Join the Conversation
Section titled “Join the Conversation”Downtown Alliance
Section titled “Downtown Alliance”The Downtown Alliance represents the voice of downtown businesses and residents.
- Website: faydta.com
- Community forum: discuss.faydta.com
Cool Spring Downtown District
Section titled “Cool Spring Downtown District”The nonprofit managing downtown’s arts and entertainment district.
- Events: visitdowntownfayetteville.com
- Newsletter signup available on their website
Attend Events
Section titled “Attend Events”4th Friday
Section titled “4th Friday”Free monthly events March-October.
- 6pm-9pm
- Live music, food, art
- Great way to meet neighbors
Public Meetings
Section titled “Public Meetings”| Meeting | Details |
|---|---|
| City Council | Monthly, open to public |
| Historic Resources Commission | Reviews historic district changes |
| Planning Board | Zoning and development |
Check: fayettevillenc.gov for schedules
Volunteer
Section titled “Volunteer”Downtown Clean-Up
Section titled “Downtown Clean-Up”Cool Spring Downtown District organizes clean streets programs.
Event Volunteering
Section titled “Event Volunteering”Help with 4th Friday and other downtown events.
Contact: Cool Spring Downtown District
Civic Engagement
Section titled “Civic Engagement”City Boards & Commissions
Section titled “City Boards & Commissions”Shape downtown’s future by serving on a city board.
Available boards include:
- Historic Resources Commission
- Planning Commission
- Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
- and more
Apply at: fayettevillenc.gov/City-Council/Boards-and-Commissions
Stay Informed
Section titled “Stay Informed”News Sources
Section titled “News Sources”- CityView NC - Local news
- Fayetteville Observer - Daily newspaper
- Downtown Alliance newsletter
Social Media
Section titled “Social Media”Follow downtown organizations:
- Downtown Alliance
- Cool Spring Downtown District
- City of Fayetteville
Have a Voice
Section titled “Have a Voice”Surveys
Section titled “Surveys”The Downtown Alliance periodically surveys residents and businesses about:
- What’s working
- What needs improvement
- Future priorities
Feedback
Section titled “Feedback”Contact the Downtown Alliance with:
- Questions
- Concerns
- Ideas
Website: faydta.com