Jasper Downtown Development Authority | June 22, 2026

The Jasper Downtown Development Authority (DDA) held a meeting on June 22, 2026, primarily focused on community event planning, vendor policies, and board governance. Key procurement-related discussions included amending the vendor selection policy to allow duplicate vendors at upcoming events, with preferential placement for sponsors. The board also discussed logistical challenges from recent events, such as vendor placement and pedestrian safety, noting that infrastructure improvements like sidewalks and crosswalks are pending state projects. Additionally, the DDA is planning to create a separate Main Street board to manage events like Downtown Live, shifting event planning responsibilities away from the DDA. The board considered implementing term limits for members to encourage fresh perspectives, with potential bylaw amendments to be reviewed and voted on in future meetings. No specific contract awards or capital projects were approved during this meeting, but policy adjustments discussed could impact future vendor opportunities and event-related procurement activities.