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Welcome to Downtown St. Ignace, Michigan! Official page of the St. Ignace Downtown Development Authority (DDA). The St. in the City Council Chambers.

Ignace Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was created in 1981 through an ordinance passed by the City Council. The City Council recognized a need to halt property value deterioration and to promote economic growth. The Ordinance outlines the legal description of the DDA District. Since the creation of the DDA, the downtown area has seen many development projects including the Huron Boardwalk, a major streetscape project, the development of three downtown waterfront parks, and the purchase of the railroad property which led to City's construction of the Little Bear East Arena. There have been many improvements to the Museum of Ojibwa Culture and grounds area, and two major partnerships with private investors to fill anchor stores in the DDA District. DDA Board meetings are held the 2nd Friday of each month at 8:00 a.m. The DDA's bylaws can be viewed here. The DDA is governed by a 9-member Board, including the Mayor who is a statutory member. The other members of the board are appointed by the Mayor with approval by the City Council. Each Board member holds a 4-year term.

09/16/2026

We are looking for a new board member for the Downtown Development Authority! If you are interested please submit an application here: https://www.cityofstignace.com/mayor-council/webforms/application-serve-city-boardcommission

Please note: Board members should have an interest in the downtown district by owning property, owning a business in the downtown district or working in the downtown district.

09/09/2026

3 Fires Teaching & Pipe Ceremony with Eagle Staff takes place this Friday at the Longhouse at the Museum of Ojibwa Culture.

08/27/2026

We hope to see you there this weekend!

08/17/2026

Coffee with Mayor, City Manager and DDA Director
Topic- Mobile Vending Ordinances and Regulations Q & A
Tuesday August 18 @ 9am – Change of Location
New Location- Salty Mac

07/30/2026

The Chief Wawatam Park Splash Pad is back open and ready for everyone to enjoy!

A huge thank you to our City of St. Ignace DPW, Water Department, and Belonga Plumbing and Heating for their hard work in diagnosing and repairing the issue. We appreciate everyone's patience while the repairs were completed, and we're excited to welcome families back to cool off and have fun!

07/28/2026

Thank you The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians for your generous $3,000 contribution toward restoring the Huron Waterfront Boardwalk. Your support helps preserve one of St. Ignace's most treasured waterfront attractions for residents and visitors to enjoy for years to come.

With a $3,000 contribution from the Sault Tribe, the City of St. Ignace has secured the necessary funding to begin restoring the Huron Waterfront Boardwalk, which has suffered damage over time due to weathering and everyday use.

To be considered for future 2% Allocation campaigns, visit https://kewadin.com/2-percent-donating/

07/22/2026

Help us welcome more than 300 motorcycle riders through Downtown St. Ignace this Saturday morning as part of the Hell to Paradise Veterans PTSD Ride, which raises funds for veteran PTSD programs. The riders will be crossing the Mackinac Bridge between approximately 8:45–9:15 a.m., cruising through downtown, and stopping at Little Bear before continuing on their ride. https://helltoparadiseride.org/

07/08/2026

Our custom Little Bear Sports Park Pickleball Paddles are here!

Support the future of pickleball in St. Ignace and receive one of these exclusive custom paddles with a $250 donation to the Little Bear East Sports Park Pickleball Court Project. Your donation also includes a carrying case and a set of pickleballs.

Every donation helps bring pickleball courts to our community, creating a space for residents and visitors of all ages to enjoy for years to come.

Stop by St. Ignace City Hall to make your donation and pick up your paddle!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

06/26/2026

Happy Car Show Weekend! We are excited to share that the new splash pad at Chief Wawatam Park is now open!

Address

396 N. State Street
Saint Ignace, MI
49781

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19066438252

Website

https://www.cityofstignace.com/downtown-development-authority

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