About Us

The DCP’s commitment to downtown dates back to 1969 with the incorporation of the Fargo Park and Shop later becoming the Downtown Business Association. Over the years, the name changed to emphasize a more community approach to downtown revitalization. This mission was expanded beyond traditional retail and special events to take on development challenges facing downtown.

Major initiatives facilitated by the DCP over the years include the adoption of the North Dakota Renaissance Zone, the Broadway Streetscape Improvement Project, Railway Quiet Zone Project and most recently the development of North Dakota’s first Downtown Business Improvement District (BID).

Mission

To promote and expand Downtown as a preferred destination with a strong sense of place filled with vibrant culture, art, and commerce. Ultimately we strive to be a dynamic force for an unforgettable experience.

Purpose

The purpose of the Downtown Community Partnership (DCP) is to serve our community through Advocacy, People, and Events. DCP is a strong advocate for businesses, residents, and community partners focused on economic growth, vibrancy, and advocacy of Downtown Fargo.

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Board of Directors

Bill Carlson
Alerus Financial
Chair
Elizabeth Worth
Elizabeth Worth
Graduate Programs Coordinator NDSU College of Business
Vice Chair
Jesse Helland
Rice Companies
BID Advisory Chair
Dan Altenbernd
H2M
Events Chair
Warren Ackley
Old Broadway
Voting Member
Mike Allmendinger
Kilbourne Group
Voting Member
Tony Grindberg
Tony Grindberg
Xcel Energy
Voting Member
Jason Jaeger
American Federal Bank
Voting Member
Jodi Mcgregor
Border States Electric
Voting Member
Tami Norgard
Vogel Law Firm
Voting Member
Joel Vettel
Sanford Health
Voting Member
Austin Foss
Downtown Neighborhood Association
Non-Voting Member
Danni Melquist
Director of Marketing Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau
Non-Voting Member
Tonya Scott
Plains Art Museum
Non-Voting Member
John Strand
City of Fargo
Non-Voting Member

Meet Our Team

Rocky Schneider
Rocky Schneider
Executive Director Downtown Community Partnership (701)241-1570
Executive Director
Emma Vold
Emma Vold
Community Relations Coordinator Downtown Community Partnership (701)241-1570
Director of Community Engagement
Randi Heisler
Downtown Community Partnership
Director of Events & Activation