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912-236-8362   Downtown Neighborhood Association, Inc.   P.O. Box 9416, Savannah, Georgia 31412   912-236-8362
 
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Thanks to all who participated in or supported DNA's Annual Picnic on May 15th

DNA distributed annual financial grants to many organizations which support our mission.  DNA Members also elected the Board of Directors for 2012-2013, approved a proposed merger with the Beach Historic Neighborhood Association, and noted a new affiliation with the West Forsyth Neighborhood Association.

DNA's MISSION is to enhance the quality of life in Savannah's Historic Landmark District, protect Savannah's unique downtown environment, and advocate  for public policies which support these objectives.

If you support our mission, please join DNA!  And please respond to our survey to help improve DNA's effectiveness.  (You do not have to be a DNA Member to take our survey.  We value the views of everyone who supports our mission):DNA Survey


ARE YOU A NEW DOWNTOWN RESIDENT?

DNA and the City have produced two valuable booklets you can download from this site to help you get settled downtown.  The "Resident's Key Info" link button above will take you to a webpage where you can find these booklets and other helpful information.

DNA's HISTORY AND OBJECTIVES

Savannah's Downtown Neighborhood Association (DNA) was organized in the 1970s by a group of downtown residents to protect and preserve Savannah's unique architectural heritage and to enhance the quality of life for residents in the  Historic Landmark District.

Those purposes remain as vital today as ever.  DNA mobilizes volunteers, raises funds, participates in the City's Boards and Commissions and  Savannah's overall public affairs to support these objectives.  We are non-partisan, we fully support compatible development in the Historic District, and we encourage more diversity among downtown residents.

DNA is governed by a strong Board of Directors who volunteer their time and talent to support downtown Savannah.  The link below will bring up biographical sketches of the current DNA Board. DNA BOARD 

DNA Meetings focus on public policy related to our mission and often include local officials who discuss these policies with our members. Our programs include an informal social hour to meet neighbors and guests.

DNA Leaders at Pre-Holiday Tour of Homes Party for Homeowners  

SAVANNAH MAYOR EDNA JACKSON
 AT FEB 2012 DNA MEETING, WITH DNA PRESIDENT COL HENRY REED

DNA's annual Holiday Tour of Homes, linked to this page, is our one major fund-raising event. Generous residents open their private homes to our tour guests and serve as docents and other support staff.  Tour proceeds are given back to the downtown community as grants which fund worthy organizations and projects supporting our goals.  The record of our grants is on the Tour of Homes website for public review.   DNA GRANTS


Join DNA!  All residents of the Historic Landmark District are encouraged to join us.  Membership is also open to anyone, anywhere, who appreciates Savannah and shares our goals.  Dues are only $25 per year!  You can join on line, or by mailing in a check.   We are recognized by the IRS as a non-profit and dues are tax deductible.  Visit our "JOIN DNA" page for details.

ALL COMMENTS WELCOME

Please use the buttons below to email DNA for more information or provide comments on DNA or this website: 

EMAIL DNA PRESIDENT EMAIL DNA BOARD EMAIL DNA WEBMASTER

       

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Current News & Issues

Bill Dawers Presentation a Hit!

Bill Dawers' superb keynote speech at DNA's meeting on April 3rd  launched our new emphasis on Savannah's prospects to attract and keep creative younger residents.  We want to encourage more downtown youth and diversity, and recruit  young leaders for DNA. 

      Mayor Jackson's Feb Speech
Enhanced DNA's partnership with the City! (Our Spring Newsletter available below has a full report)

City Strengthens & Enforces Tourism Ordinance

In response to DNA and public input,  fines for some Tourism Ordinance violations have been increased from $25 to $250.  The City is doing a better job of enforcement, and has collected $18,000 in fines so far this year.

DNA Newsletters Available Online

DNA Members and the general public may now read DNA's Newsletters and email notices on line.  Check our recent Spring  2012 Newsletter here:

DNA SPRING Newsletter


DNA Affiliates with the Beach Historic Neighborhood Assn.

DNA and The Beach Historic Neighborhood Association (BHNA) have begun a period of affiliation to prepare for BHNA's planed merger into DNA next May. Please refer to the agreement between the two associations for details.

BHNA and DNA MERGER


Price Street Bike Lane
Implemented!

The long awaited plan to create a bicycle lane on Price Street has now been implemented.   This is the most significant traffic calming initiative that has been implemented in the downtown area.   We commend the City Staff and Council for  this plan and look forward to additional traffic calming measurers in the downtown area!  

Unified Zoning Ordinance

The Metropolitan Planning Commission is continuing work on the proposed county-wide Unified Zoning Ordinance (UZO.) DNA recommends citizens visit the UZO website, study the draft, and email views to the MPC.  

Link to UZO Website

Link to UZO Draft

Email Comments to MPC & DNA

I-16 Flyover Removal

DNA urges County Commission Chairman to support I-16 Flyover Removal.

Letter to County Chairman


DNA By-Laws Changed

 DNA's by-laws, revised last May, are posted here for reference.

Approved DNA By-Laws

 
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