You’re in a tough, demanding profession. Urban place management is our focus and our passion. Learn about joining IDA by visiting downtown.org/member-benefits/
IDA empowers place management leaders with knowledge, research and public policies for creating prosperous city centers, commercial neighborhoods and livable urban places for all. Expectations of place management professionals have never been higher as the unique challenges of the past year have underscored. IDA is the only international organization that represents urban place managers who bridge
06/19/2026
Which U.S. cities are actually getting "transit-oriented development" built? From zoning overhauls to parking reforms, here is how the top-performing regions are successfully pairing new housing with public transit: https://ow.ly/heMP50Zbllo
06/19/2026
The IDA office is closed today, Friday, June 19 in observance of the Juneteenth U.S. holiday.
06/18/2026
It may be summer, but it's never too early to start planning for the holiday season! Join IDA for our annual "Advancing Places: Holiday & Winter Activation" webinar. We’re bringing Boston, MA and Dartmouth, NS to share innovative strategies to transform your district into a festive winter destination that boosts local businesses and drives economic impact. Don't wait until the temperature drops... secure your spot today and get ahead of your winter event planning! Register here: https://ow.ly/ZXaO50ZblgP
06/17/2026
IDA is looking for members to share their time, talent and expertise as subject matter experts across our professional practice areas. SMEs help shape education programs, provide insight to policymakers and media & contribute to certification. Learn more: https://downtown.org/applications
06/16/2026
Thank you to our members at Downtown Fort Wayne for bringing insights and energy to the community! Ready to see what they learned at IDA Place Matters in Madison? Check out their recap of key takeaways and actionable strategies 🔗 https://downtownfortwayne.com/ida-2026/
What We Learned at IDA’s Place Matters 2026 This May, members of our team traveled to Madison, Wisconsin for the International Downtown Association (IDA)'s Place Matters conference—and came back energized, challenged, and full of ideas. Here are our big takeaways!
06/15/2026
The countdown is on! 🕒 early registration deadline is fast approaching so secure your spot today to connect with inspired leaders from across the globe and shape the future of urban centers! Lock in the early rate before June 17: https://ow.ly/HbtO50Zbl5C
06/15/2026
As the World Cup approaches, host cities are caught in the middle of a major debate over temporary tourism spikes vs. long-term housing affordability. Full story:
How World Cup Cities Are Dealing With Short-Term Rentals As the World Cup arrives in 11 cities across America, Airbnb is spending millions lobbying to loosen short-term rental regulations. Here's how cities are responding.
06/13/2026
Word on the (London, Ontario) street is: "Looking forward to September and feeling the positive energy that our IDA colleagues bring to the table like no others. It affirms the importance of the work and our commitment to doing it well in an ever-changing environment." –Kathy M.(Downtown London) Let us know in the comments why you're planning to attend
06/12/2026
IDA is looking for members to share their time, talent and expertise as subject matter experts across our professional practice areas. SMEs help shape education programs, provide insight to policymakers and media, support peers and contribute to LPM certification. Ready to get involved? Learn more and apply here: https://downtown.org/applications
06/11/2026
It's not too late to register for Advancing Places: Data‑Driven Storytelling, a webinar exploring how downtown organizations can translate complex data into compelling narratives that build trust, strengthen partnerships and drive community impact. Tomorrow @ 12:00 PM ET - Free for IDA members: https://ow.ly/WhQr50YPaCJ