Bronx Business Improvement Districts (BIDs)

A Business Improvement District (BID) is a geographical area where local stakeholders oversee and fund the maintenance, improvement, and promotion of their commercial district. These special districts are created with the primary goal of enhancing the economic vitality, attractiveness, and overall quality of life within the designated area. In order to do this, BIDs undertake a wide array of initiatives including but not limited to:

Cleaning and Maintenance:

BIDs often prioritize maintaining cleanliness throughout their corridors. In order to achieve this, BIDs might hire This might  professional staff dedicated to regularly cleanings of the streets, sidewalks, and public areas; some BIDs also fund graffiti removal.

Public Safety and Security:

Some BIDs may deploy private security personnel or work in partnership with local law enforcement agencies to enhance safety in the district. This can include the presence of security officers, the installation of surveillance cameras, and the implementation of safety programs.

Marketing and Promotion:

BIDs actively promote the district to attract visitors, shoppers, and businesses. Many BIDs have signature events, festivals, and marketing campaigns to showcase the district's offerings and unique character.

Policy Advocacy:

Similarly to Community Boards, many BIDs advocate for the interests of the district at the local government level, including concerns related to zoning or regulatory issues.

The Bronx currently has 12 BIDs, all of whom we work closely with to provide harmonious support to our local businesses and community partners. You can find more information about BIDs and current BID Development Programs by clicking HERE.