Midtown Houston brings together people, resources, and organizations around one shared vision for the community.
Midtown Redevelopment Authority (MRA) and Midtown Management District (MMD) work as equal partners, with distinct roles and responsibilities, to advance Midtown Houston’s shared vision.
Their work is organized across four areas: People, Place, Opportunity, and Arts & Culture.
Together, these areas of work advance Midtown Houston’s core purpose to lead the development of community in Midtown.
People & Engagement
Builds connections between Midtown Houston and the community through public engagement, communications, marketing and public relations, events, partnerships, and community programming.
Places
Creates and cares for the places that shape the Midtown experience through public safety and quality-of-life initiatives, beautification, maintenance, parks and public spaces, mobility, and infrastructure improvements.
Opportunities
Advances economic opportunity and long-term growth through economic development, small business recruitment and retention, affordable housing, real estate assets, investment, and development opportunities.
Arts & Culture
Strengthens Midtown’s cultural identity and creative community through public art, cultural programming, artist opportunities, creative placemaking, and initiatives that celebrate Midtown’s history and diverse cultural experiences.
Together,
these areas of work advance Midtown Houston’s core purpose to