The FDBA’s purpose are (1) to establish Frederick Douglas Boulevard as a Model Residential and Commercial Corridor in Northern Manhattan through community, public and private partnerships; (2) to promote Frederick Douglass Boulevard as the Gateway into Harlem and Restaurant Row; (3) to promote businesses on Frederick Douglass Boulevard through strategic marketing, activities and events; (4) to fos
ter alliances, civic participation, unity, collaboration and networks among residents, local businesses, community groups and associations, and individual community leaders; (5) to increase locally-owned, operated and/or managed businesses on Frederick Douglass Boulevard; (6) to build a better community, quality of life and positive environment for residents, families and businesses; and (7) to maintain Frederick Douglass Boulevard as a clean and safe boulevard for residents, visitors and workers to live, shop and work.
