The Downtown 100 (DT100) is a group of 100 emerging downtown leaders who serve as ambassadors for the Downtown Norfolk Council and are committed to a dynamic, attractive and prosperous downtown.

Downtown 100 Objectives

Leadership Development
DT100 members are the emerging leaders of the community for both today and tomorrow. The DT100 provides members the tools and opportunities to enhance their leadership skills.

Community Involvement
The DT100 sponsors issue-related forums that allow members to meet with city and regional leaders. These forums are vehicles that serve to inform and involve members in issues relevant to the downtown community.

Volunteer and Networking Opportunities
The DT100 provides members with both volunteer and networking activities. Social functions provide opportunities for networking and friendship. Volunteer efforts provide a meaningful service to the downtown community and therefore to the economic health of our region.

Downtown 100 Committee Structure

The Downtown 100 is divided into committees that meet monthly and are responsible for carrying out the mission of the Downtown 100.

Steering Committee
Consists of chairs of all Downtown 100 committees plus the immediate past chairman of the steering committee and two at large members to be selected by the Downtown 100 Chairman.

• Responsible for the coordination of all Downtown 100 committees.
• Discuss and recommend Downtown 100 policies and procedures
• Chairman serves as liaison to the DNC Board of Directors
• Vice-chairman serves as an ex-officio member of the DNC Membership Development Committee.

Membership Development Committee

• Responsible for building and maintaining DT100 membership.
• Keep accurate records of members present at events, forums and general membership meetings.

Projects Committee

• Research, recommend and coordinate the Downtown 100’s involvement in projects that on a long-term basis will have an impact on downtown and an impact on the success of the Downtown 100.
• Research, recommend and coordinate one-time volunteer projects for the Downtown 100.

Events Committee

• Develop, recommend and organize exciting and innovative social/networking events for DT100 members
• Keep Downtown 100 members informed of events coordinated by other organizations that may be of interest to Downtown 100 members.

Leadership Development Committee

• Develop, recommend and organize quarterly forums to keep members informed about community issues.
• Coordinate leadership development seminars for Downtown 100 members.

Communications Committee

• Responsible for conveying Downtown 100 information to members.
• Compile and write monthly Downtown 100 newsletter

Downtown 100 Membership Guidelines

A Downtown 100 member is an individual who joins together with a group that is committed to the growth, well being and prosperity of downtown Norfolk. This individual must either work or live in downtown Norfolk or be employed by an existing member of the Downtown Norfolk Council, and have a direct interest in keeping downtown Norfolk growing and prospering. In addition to the $25.00 annual membership dues, the Downtown 100 member makes an annual commitment to be an active and responsible member as defined below.

• Must commit to membership of one year to renew by mutual choice on the first day of each calendar year.
• Must be an active member of a committee and annually attend at least 75% of your monthly committee meetings.
• Must attend at least four (4) DT100 sponsored events, projects or socials during the calendar year.
• Must attend at least one (1) Downtown Norfolk Council meeting or function during the calendar year.
• Must agree to volunteer to support the DT100’s Projects. A minimum of ten (10) hours of volunteer support is required.

For more information on becoming a member of the DT100 email dt100@downtownnorfolk.org or call 757-623-1757.