Our Mission & Vision

The Mission of Granville Business Improvement District is:

  • Enhance the economic viability of local businesses
  • Enhance property values
  • Market and promote friendliness and quality of services
  • Enhance the community image through safety and beautification
  • Oversee area economic development
  • Market and brand Granville
  • Help find solutions to workforce needs
  • Help businesses thrive by being innovative in training and programming
  • Sustain a great community

The Granville Business Improvement District board of directors also oversees the operations of the Granville Economic Development Corporation.

Total Assessed Value of Properties within District

The total assessed value of the Granville Business Improvement District was approximately $444 million. It has not lost value in the year.

Landscaping & Beautification

  • The BID maintains more than 12 miles of medians. The BID contracts to cut the grass, fertilize the grass, remove litter, and maintain the medians beginning in April and ending with the first frost. We also remove dumped materials.
  • The BID has planted 20 annual/perennial flower beds on the corridor stretches.
  • During the holidays the BID decorates the corridors with 200 wreaths and ribbons and puts lights up in the shopping areas.
  • The BID contracts Riverworks to clean up and take care of dumping in the district.

Security

  • The BID contracted with SOS to provide security and together has responded to over 800 calls to address issues such as pan handlers, unruly customers, suspicious behavior, suspicious vehicles, employee firings, domestic violence issues warranting employee escorts, parking lot watch, cars broken into, minor arguments, and other matters. The ambassador talked to employees and employers and acted as a liaison. This year the majority of the calls were for suspicious activity and concerns about fired employees or domestic violence possible situations within the workplace.
  • Crime in the BID is down, but this summer saw an increase in homicides which were all people who knew the victim.
  • Vehicle thefts and thefts from vehicles was limited to the country-wide problem of Kias and Hyundais and only 4 were reported in the industrial parks.
  • Most crimes are property related and non-violent.
  • The prevalence of crime in Granville is very low compared to the city as a whole.
  • Drag Racing incidents have decreased by 95 percent in the district.
  • Summer, 2024 had no reported upick in crime issues in the industrial district.
  • Major security issues involve employee safety because of threats to employees.

Administration

  • The BID employed 2 people
  • The BID hosts 4 board meetings and one annual meeting.

Economic Development

  • Awarded six security camera grants. Occupancy in the industrial sector is more than 90 percent.
  • Provided workforce leadership training for 32 employees and lean yellow belt training for six companies.
  • Kicked off a c-suite breakfast series
  • Contacted every small business in the district four or more times to keep them current on issues.
  • Collaborated with the African American Professional Human Resources Association to bring our companies to their annual convention that concentrates on diversity, inclusion, inclusion leadership and change in the workplace.
  • Celebrated manufacturing and acknowledged manufacturers who participated in incumbent workforce training.
  • In 2024 the concept of the Granville Connection at 8633 W. Brown Deer Road continues to progress with the completion of a new roof. Connection’s opening day has been moved to summer, 2025 due to the need of the roof. There will be six restaurants, other foods, gathering/community space, more than 35 retailers, an antique store, a studios, and other niche spaces. Major innovation is underway. The BID was awarded a WEDC grant to assist paying for a food hall kitchen.
  • Created web sites for Granville Works, Granville’s Got the Goods and created a Granville Kindness program,
  • Granville Cares gave five grants to small businesses to improve their businesses.

Marketing & Branding

  • The Granville BID received news coverage in 20 articles or television/radio outlets.
  • Number of Facebook fans increased from 1600 to more than 1711
  • The Granville Blues Fest was held in June and more than 16000 people attended the three day Granville celebration.
  • The Granville Village Harvest Fest expanded to two days and featured dance, performances by Michael Jackson and Tina Turner impersonators, dance lessons, horses, arts, face painting, a photo booth, and karaoke for the adults and children.
  • Collaborated with the annual Faith and Blue event.
  • Hosted and participated in a house buying fair in March, Wellness Fair in November, and Small Business Fair in November.
  • Along with the Business Council we launch the Holiday Wonderland at 8633 W. Brown Deer Rd for Shop Local Saturday and the following weekend.
  • Collaborated with Goodrich Elementary School.
  • Advertised on billboards, radio stations, and community papers.

New Programs & Initiatives Formed

In 2025, the Granville BID will continue to work on the initiatives described above and other initiatives that develop. Overall, 2024 was a year of reflection, vision, direction, and grit. And a year to ignite and build momentum; which we did. We worked to continue to energize the area. Several new businesses are moving into the area including both manufacturing, food, and retail. 2025 will be a critical year to create momentum, bring new business to the area, bring people to Granville, and market the area and wonderful community because Northridge will be a complete memory and gone, and the future will be now. ​

  • We will be the leader in the retail/restaurant incubator and an arts incubator in 2025.
  • Building a sustainable workforce will continue to be a priority.
  • Bringing entrepreneur and wealth creation training to teens is a priority.
  • A small business mentee and coaching program will be formed.
  • We will continue to be prominent in diversity programs with the National Association of African American Human Resource Professionals.
  • C-Suite roundtables will be formed.
  • Computer skills and Excel training will be ongoing.
  • We hope to expand the BID to 124th Streets to include all of Granville.
  • We are actively involved with the Neighborhood Advisory board.

Our Vision for 2030

Over the past decade, the Granville BID has worked tirelessly to stabilize the industrial areas, beautify the district, create community through events and collaborations, and promote an atmosphere of friendliness, safety, and care. Looking ahead, our vision for 2030 focuses on:

  • Building on our manufacturing reputation to provide thousands of great jobs
  • Creating spaces for play, recreation, and celebration of Granville’s diversity
  • Attracting new businesses that innovate and drive economic growth
  • Becoming a center for marketing, manufacturing, education, and community building

Our motto remains: Granville Works, Granville Cares, and Granville’s Got the Goods! We invite everyone to join this vibrant and growing community.

The Granville staff thank the Common Council and city for all their help in working with BIDs and supporting us in 2024 and look forward to seeing everyone in person in 2025 and celebrating continual rebirth and innovation as we work together to create diverse, inclusive, expanding, and phenomenal communities like Granville.

Thank you!