About the BID
The Downtown Boston Business Improvement District (BID) is one of three BIDs in Boston and ten in Massachusetts. A binding assessment levied on commercial property owners funds BID activities, and a 30-member board of directors elected by BID members oversees the organization. The board represents the cross-section of Boston's business community found in the district and is responsive to property owners, retailers and residents. It directs management, programming and budget decisions, which are implemented by a full-time staff that manages daily operations. Property owners of towers and commercial condominiums, industry leaders and independent businesses, non-profit organizations and residents, all volunteer their time as Board members in staggered three-year terms.
The BID is a private, non-profit corporation created and maintained by property owners. We serve the entire downtown community -- businesses, employees, residents, students, and more. Our mission is to transform and engage Downtown Boston through programs and supplemental services that meet area needs.
As Boston's first BID, we have pioneered a collaborative effort among area stakeholders that is creating a clean, safe, and vibrant environment for everyone who experiences the district. We are promoting increased business activity, enhancing property values, and attracting further investment in the area.
We serve a 34-block area between Tremont and Congress streets and Court and Boylston streets that includes Downtown Crossing, the Ladder District, and parts of the Financial and Theater districts.
Downtown Boston is host to countless events in the neighborhood; a special thanks to Showtime Photo Booth's photo wall that has enhanced the ambience of our public events.