Improving the quality of life in Linden

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The mission of the Greater Linden Development Corporation is to improve the quality of life in the Greater Linden Community through housing and economic development, planning, coordinating of services, and other community-building activities.

Programs

Greater Linden Development Corporation’s mission, in its simplest form, is to improve the quality of life in Greater Linden. GLDC works to fulfill this mission by offering a comprehensive variety of services or programs which are grouped into Program Areas. GLDC’s program areas and the services offered in each program area are listed below. Some programs fall into multiple program areas. You can learn more about GLDC’s programs by clicking on the links below or calling 294-9600.

Please note – Because our website is under construction, some links are not active at this time. Remember to come back and visit our website again to view new links as they are added!

	BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Services designed to provide educational and networking opportunities to Linden’s small businesses, as well as involve Linden’s small businesses in the community’s revitalization. Greater Linden Business Network Greater Linden Business Directory Business Technical Assistance Neighborhood Commercial Revitalization (NCR) Leader Columbus Board of Realtor’s Facade Improvement Mini-Grant Program

	COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT Construction and/or management of new or rehabbed retail/office space in Linden. Clarence D. Lumpkin Point of Pride Development Point of Pride – Building Management

	COMMUNITY BUILDING Initiatives that build community pride, identity and cohesiveness, and services that build resident capacity. Annual Awards and Gratitude Celebration Annual Community Clean Up Beautiful Business Contest Financial Fitness (for Youth and Adults) Greater Linden News (Spring Edition pdf) Greater Linden Website Handsome House Contest Holiday Lights Contest Linden Litter League UPLYFT Welcome Wagon

	COMMUNITY SAFETY / CRIME PREVENTION Programs designed to reduce disorderly behavior and/or criminal activity in Linden, as well as provide a cleaner and safer environment. Annual Community Clean Up Campaign Graffiti Removal Greater Linden Blockwatch Alliance Linden Litter League National Night Out Nuisance Abatement Weed Abatement

	HOUSING Services focused on increasing homeownership in Linden, reducing the blight created by vacant and abandoned houses, educating residents about home maintenance and home improvements, and providing information about or referrals to housing resources. H.O.M.E. (Housing Opportunities Made for Everyone) Buyer Education Program Greater Linden Landlord Association Housing Development Partnerships Financial Fitness Nuisance Abatement

In addition to its ongoing programs, Greater Linden Development Corporation frequently participates as a partner in special programs or short-term projects. Check our “Home Page” or “Get Involved” for information on any special programs currently offered.