CADILLAC — The Cadillac Downtown Development Authority is preparing to take over the management of the Cadillac Commons from the city, a move aimed at boosting downtown revitalization and making better use of the public space.

Currently, the city oversees operations for the Commons, which includes City Park, the Plaza, the Rotary Pavilion, and the Market.

The DDA plans to assume administrative and operational control in time for the 2026 season.

A DDA representative said the goal is to ensure the event space is well utilized and that proceeds are reinvested into downtown improvements. “Our mission here is to strengthen downtown, preserve our history, and just improve quality of life for visitors and residents of Cadillac,” the representative said. “Managing the Commons seems like a proa

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