Now Seeking Board Members to Help Lead Downtown Lincoln

It’s Not Just About Ideas. It’s About Making Them Happen. Step Up.

Downtown Lincoln doesn’t grow by chance. It grows because people step up, get involved, and put in the work behind the scenes.

The Downtown Lincoln Association (DLA) Board is made up of volunteers who care deeply about this community. These are business owners, professionals, and residents who give their time not for recognition, but because they want to make a real impact.

Serving on the board is not just about bringing great ideas to the table. Ideas are important, but what truly moves the needle is execution. It is showing up, collaborating, and following through to make those ideas a reality.

From community events and local business support to beautification and economic development, the work of the DLA directly shapes the experience and future of Downtown Lincoln.

If you have been looking for a way to get more involved, this is your opportunity.

Board service requires commitment, participation, and a willingness to contribute, but it is also incredibly rewarding. You become part of a team that is actively building something meaningful for the community.

If you are a current DLA member and have been actively involved, consider taking the next step.

Reach out to a board member and start the conversation.

Because at the end of the day, Downtown Lincoln becomes what we make it.

How to Become a Candidate

The upcoming election cycle is here. If you are interested in running for a board position, please reach out to any current Board Member or email: (DowntownLincolnAssociation2013@gmail.com) no later than June 1st to begin the process.

Per our bylaws, all prospective candidates must:

  • Be a current paid DLA member

  • Have been a member for at least 6 months

  • Be an active participant in DLA meetings, events, or initiatives

  • Meet with the Executive Committee prior to candidacy for review and approval

Once approved by the Executive Committee, candidates will be placed on the ballot for voting at the June 11th General Meeting.

Important Dates

  • Intention to Join the Board: June 1

  • Executive Committee Meeting (Candidate Review): By June 10

  • Election / Voting Date: June 11

  • Board Term Begins: July 1

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