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The unsung heroes of downtown Chattanooga
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Learn about the ones who take care of the downtown area. | Photo by Flint Chaney via Downtown Chattanooga Alliance
If you’ve ever seen the clean streets of downtown Chattanooga and wondered who takes care of them, just look to the folks in orange t-shirts, and you’ll find your answer in the Downtown Chattanooga Alliance.

Executive Director Steve Brookes said River City Co. and P.U.M.A. conducted a feasibility assessment in 2019 to determine if it was the right time to form a Business Improvement District. He added that once the city council approved the district, assessments were taken that year to begin funding + start the program in 2020.

NOOGAtoday | Business Improvement District

The Downtown Chattanooga Alliance covers this entire area.

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Map provided by Downtown Chattanooga Alliance

The district covers 276 parcels of land spanning across the Tennessee River to the north, Highway 27 to the west, 11th Street to the south + a combination of Georgia Avenue and Cherry Street to the east. Each property (minus state, federal, and house of worship buildings) pays a “CBID Assessment” each tax season to fund services, amounting to $900,000.

Steve said that $700,000 goes towards the Ambassadors program and its on-street services in the district for cleaning, hospitality, and beautification.
    He added that the team strives to make the services accessible for everyone, whether it’s for residents or visitors, they want to make them feel safe + taken care of on the city streets.

    “Safety is a perception and it’s a reality,” Steve said. “Anytime you see that an area is maintained, you’re going to feel more comfortable as a human being.”

    NOOGAtoday | Downtown Alliance cleaning

    You can find these folks cleaning and serving the community in various ways throughout the week — just look for the orange shirts.

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    Photo by Flint Chaney via Downtown Chattanooga Alliance

    The program is seasonal — you can find 10 ambassadors during peak season + seven during non-peak season. Operations Manager Randi Haynes said the diverse team leaves every day knowing they’ve made a difference and have given back to the community with their service.

    “Thank an ambassador, just a simple thank you. They’re friendly, they’re approachable, but they’re men and women that work extremely hard and are an incredible team. I really don’t think downtown would know what to do without them.” — Randi Haynes

    Note: Services can be requested by calling 423-206-4200 or submitting an online form.
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    Events
    Today, Aug. 15
    • Embroidery 201: Get Stitching | Tuesday, Aug. 15 | 6-8 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $38 | Expand your embroidery skills by learning some of the most commonly used stitches on a sampler to take home.
    Wednesday, Aug. 16
    • Don McMillan | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 7 p.m. | The Comedy Catch, 29 Station St., Chattanooga | $25 | Engineer Don McMillan has been performing his one-of-a-kind PowerPoint-driven comedy show for audiences of all ages for over 20 years.
    • Songwriters Collective | Wednesday, Aug. 16 | 7-9 p.m. | Gate 11 Distillery, 1400 Market St., Chattanooga | Free+ | Musicians of all ages and genres can perform original songs at this open mic night.
    Thursday, Aug. 17
    • Beer & Biotech Chattanooga | Thursday, Aug. 17 | 4-6:30 p.m. | Axis Research & Technologies, 1308 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | Take a tour of Axis Research and Technologies’ facility + network with other life science professionals in the area.
    • Holistic Retirement Planning | Thursday, Aug. 17 | 6-7:30 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | $20 | Learn how retirement fits into your overall financial health from a financial advisor.
    Friday, Aug. 18
    • Art-A-Nooga Tonight | Friday, Aug. 18 | 7-8 p.m. | Stove Works, 1250 E. 13th St., Chattanooga | Free | Get a “cross-section slice” of the local art scene as presenters each have seven minutes to perform in an impromptu and unique way.
    • Hardwired: A Tribute To Metallica | Friday, Aug. 18 | 9-11:55 p.m. | Barrel House Ballroom, 1501 Long St., Chattanooga | $15-$20 | Rock out to Metallica’s greatest hits played by a tribute band with an “accurate vocal portrayal” of lead vocalist James Hetfield.
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    News Notes
    Coming Soon
    • Elsie’s Daughter, the second restaurant concept from Chloe Wright and Ryan Smith of The Rosecomb, will open at The Hotel Chalet at The Choo Choo this fall. The spot is described as an “Appalachian bistro with the essence of casual French culinary style.” Stay tuned for more details.
    Civic
    • Secretary of State Tre Hargett has named Chattanoogan Christina Temple as his new chief of staff. Christina will help strengthen the department’s “legislative outreach + connection with constituents across Tennessee.”
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    • Hamilton County Schools has announced the policy and eligibility requirements for its 2023-24 free and reduced lunch program. Households can now complete an application for the program online or request a paper copy from their school.
    Announced
    • Hamilton County Sheriff Austin Garrett announced the expansion of the School Resource Deputy Program to include all charter schools within the county. The expansion, funded by the state, will staff each school with a full-time, POST-certified school resource officer. (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
    Health
    • Erlanger Baroness Hospital has been nationally recognized as a Gold Plus organization by the American Heart + American Stroke Associations. This is the tenth time the hospital has earned this recognition for its high-quality stroke care. (Local 3)
    Sports
    • Registration is now open for the Miracle League of Chattanooga’s fall season. Individuals with any physical or cognitive challenges can sign up to play baseball. Register online or in person at the Downtown Family YMCA at 301 W. 6th St.
    Community
    • The Chattanooga Market will host its first-ever Market Karaoke event on Sunday, Aug. 20. Folks will have the opportunity to take to the Lodge Cast Iron Sizzle Stage from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. to sing karaoke songs from all genres. Note: You can still shop at the market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    Plan Ahead
    • Preserve Chattanooga is seeking volunteers for the Best Cellars + Wine Over Water events from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Oct. 7 at the Hunter Museum of American Art. Sign up online to help out at these wine-tasting events.
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    Education

    Expanding the CommUNITY

    Northside Neighborhood House expands its community outreach in schools
    NOOGAtoday | NNH CommUNITY program
    The program offers support in different ways like “Homework Diners” that allows after hour help for both students + families. | Photo provided by Northside Neighborhood House
    Local nonprofit Northside Neighborhood House (NNH) recently added five more Hamilton County schools to its CommUNITY School program, doubling the program’s size.

    The program — designed to support student learning and development — allows for a NNH staff member to work directly inside a designated school to provide programming + support services to the children, families, and community. Services include stability support (rent and utility assistance), access to NNH’s food pantry and school Care Closets, and enriching afterschool programs.

    After being launched in 2017 at Red Bank High School, the program’s expansion is in collaboration with Hamilton County School’s Community Forward strategy.

    Schools currently in the CommUNITY program are Hixson, Red Bank, and Soddy Daisy feeder pattern schools — elementary, middle, and high school — plus Sale Creek Middle/High School.
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