If you are interested in joining in and helping with the business improvement efforts, you are encouraged to contact BID and volunteer your time and expertise.

BID Groups

Promotions

• public relations
• marketing strategy based upon assets of the business community
• street fairs and special events
• business directory and web page
• work with L.A. Convention and Visitors bureau
• determination of new image for business community and its sub-districts
• holiday events and ethnic heritage events

Organization

• setting the Board agenda
• generating treasury and related financial reports
• distributing BID newsletter to general membership
• preparing for general membership meetings
• coordinating relations with the Council offices, Mayor's office and other respective political leaders
• coordinating relations with other BID's throughout the City, particularly with the emerging LA BID Council
• facilitating acquisition and grants
• developing sponsors and underwriters
• preparing and reviewing proposed amendments to the bylaws
• conducting annual elections
• working with City Treasurer, City Attorney and City Clerk as it relates to the BID

Economic Restructuring

• planning issues
• relations with LAPD  
• business attraction and retention
• security and maintenance
• technical services through CSU Northridge
• or the Small Business Development Centers
• property owner relations
• zoning changes
• parking issues
• relations with schools

Design

• beautification
• banner program
• landscaping, urban forestry
• gateway enhancements, landmark sign
• public art on history of Chatsworth
• logo