What We Do For Milford...

Downtown Milford, Inc. is a non-profit community organization that promotes quality development of the traditional central business district of Milford, Delaware.

Structural Facade Improvements - DMI obtained grants from the state of Delaware to assist qualified properties in the downtown project area with structural and facade building improvements.  To date over $1,250,000 has been spent on this project; including nearly every renovated structure on Walnut Street, Causey Avenue, and N.W. Front Street.

Streetscape - DMI in partnership with the City of Milford obtained funding for the modernization of the main streets through downtown including North and South Walnut and N.W. Front Streets.  In three distinct phases, electric, telephone, and cable lines were placed below ground.  Above ground, new sidewalks were installed and benches, trees, and plantings were put in place.  In addition, more attractive traffic signals and streetlights were erected.  DMI plans to extend the Streetscape improvements from Walnut Street east on N.E. Front Street, past the revitalized Riverfront Center to the police station. 

Low Interest Revolving Loan Program - Through a $15,000 grant from the USDA, we have initiated a low cost loan program for new and established businesses in the downtown area.  These loans have helped many existing businesses in the project area through the financially difficult early period of operation.

Streets Design Fund- Through the sale of memorial plaques that are placed along downtown sidewalks, DMI raises funds to establish proper plantings and the maintenance of other conveniences along the sidewalks.  Over $40,000 remains in that fund and plans for the continuation of the project are underway.

Downtown Events:

Farmers' Market
Santa House
Holiday Stroll
Bug & Bud Festival
Halloween Spooktacular
Historic Home Tour
Strawberry Festival
Ladybug Public Art Project