Michigan City Urban Enterprise Association June 29, 2026

The Michigan City Urban Enterprise Association held a special informal meeting on June 29, 2026, without a quorum, focusing primarily on marketing and economic development support for the Urban Enterprise Zone. Representatives from BAC Marketing presented their experience and proposed services to enhance business outreach, retention, and growth within the zone. They highlighted their existing contract with LaPorte County for economic development marketing and discussed strategies such as grant programs and merchant initiatives to support local businesses. The discussion included the potential for a dedicated marketing budget for printing materials, the importance of confidentiality regarding business prospects, and the possibility of establishing accessible public outreach efforts, including office hours and phone support. The meeting also touched on coordination with city economic development efforts and the use of digital platforms like Facebook for community engagement. No formal votes or contract awards were made due to the lack of quorum, but the presentation laid groundwork for potential future procurement of marketing services to support the Urban Enterprise Zone's growth.