Dallas, North Carolina, partnered with the Gaston Business Association to promote positivity around growth, not just the recent business and residential boom. Mayor Hayley Beaty drew inspiration from Gastonia’s initiatives to foster public-private collaborations, spotlighting projects like the aquatic center and Tech Park.[query]
Partnership Goals
The Gaston Business Association, via senior VP Steve D’Avria, aims to support Dallas businesses through non-governmental venues for promotion and growth opportunities. Initiatives include bimonthly “Downtown Caffeine & Conversation” events, Tech Park collaboration, pedestrian walkability studies, town sessions, and downtown facade improvements—some already underway.[query]
Expected Impact
Beaty hopes the effort highlights hidden town assets to boost foot traffic, economic development, and small business support amid projects like the aquatic center construction.[query]
