There are so many ways that you can offer your services to the Albemarle Downtown Developmet Corporation, and it means so much more than just sitting in a chair for a committee meeting. Are there committees? Absolutely. But beyond those, there are so many more ways to give an hour of your time here, and another hour there. Please explore the possibilities on this page, and if you would like to volunteer in a way not listed, great! Simply call Vicki at (704) 984-9415 to get started.

Design Committee

Function: This committee enhances the visual quality of downtown. Attention is given to the elements of the downtown environment - not just buildings and storefronts, but also public improvements, rear entries, signs, landscaping, window displays, and graphic material.

Chair - Bill Hatley (704) 983-3169

Economic Restructuring Committee

Function: This committee executes the downtown’s Master Plan and retreat goals. This is done by: visiting nearby communities to see examples of other strategies and successes; continuing to promote the revitalization of the Five Points District; looking at opportunities to expand the Farmer’s market; and encouraging downtown business owners to develop and utilize their second floor space.

Chair - Chris Bramlett - (704) 982-3904

Gateway to Albemarle Committee

Function: This committee will continue with the improvements begun several years ago to the silos, feed mill, and flour mill. These projects include the stabilization of the flour mill and the eventual demolition of the feed mill.

Co-Chair - C. B. Crook (704) 982-7334
Co-Chair - Jack Phillips (704) 982-0147

Organizational Committee

Function: This committee develops the volunteer recruitment plan, publicizes the need for volunteering, and visits other communities which could serve as examples.

Chair - Betty Crook (704) 982-7334

Promotions Committee

Function: Reestablishing downtown as a compelling place for shoppers, investors and visitors. This means not only improving sales, but also rekindling community excitement and involvement. Promotion ranges from street festivals to retail merchandising, from community education to aggressive public relations. Fundraising efforts including seeking ways to increase revenue for ADDC and the implementation of ideas and suggestions.

Chair - Joyce Bissonette (704) 985-1526

Funding Committee

Function: The purpose of this committee is to explore and recommend fundraising opportunities for ADDC which will enable ADDC to continue its mission of the revitalization of Historic Downtown Albemarle.

Chair - Don Abernathy (704) 982-8253