Formed in March 2004, the Palo Alto Downtown Business & Professional Association (PAD) is a member-funded organization which administers the Palo Alto downtown Business Improvement District (BID) and promotes the business community through events, marketing, beautification, and advocacy programs.

Through annual assessments, business owners in the BID help fund enhanced downtown maintenance; promotional events to attract customers to the downtown district; directional signage; and a Web site, which includes a downtown business directory. PAD advocates for BID business interests as they relate to the city government. There are approximately 763 businesses in the BID.

Mission Statement:
PAD's mission is to provide a resource for Downtown Palo Alto businesses in the BID district. The organization's goals are to establish, develop, and maintain programs that directly benefit the downtown businesses and promote a positive impression of our town and community.

2006-07 ANNUAL REPORT

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2007-08 ANNUAL REPORT

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