Alton
Alton, Illinois
Riverfront Revitalization Initiative
Transforming Alton's historic riverfront through sustainable deconstruction, community development, and economic opportunity creation along the Mississippi River.
Riverfront Focus
Historic preservation meets modern sustainability
Community First
Local jobs and training programs
Green Impact
80%+ waste diversion rate
150+
Jobs Created
25
Properties Transformed
80%
Waste Diverted
$3M
Economic Impact
Alton's Transformation Journey
Historic Riverfront Reimagined
Alton's CityUp! initiative focuses on revitalizing the historic Mississippi riverfront area, where centuries-old architecture meets modern sustainability. Our approach preserves the city's rich heritage while creating new opportunities for growth and development.
Through strategic partnerships with local government and community organizations, we're transforming underutilized properties into vibrant community spaces that honor Alton's past while building its future.
Key Initiatives
Historic Deconstruction
Careful deconstruction of historic properties to preserve architectural elements while creating sustainable building materials for reuse.
Riverfront Training Center
Specialized workforce development programs focused on historic preservation techniques and sustainable construction practices.
Downtown Revitalization
Transforming vacant commercial spaces into thriving local businesses and community gathering places along the riverfront.
How CityUp! is Helping Transform Alton
CityUp! is DDP Corporation's innovative community revitalization program that turns deconstruction projects into sustainable community development opportunities.
Through the Donation Benefit Services Program (DBSP), we're creating a win-win model: clients receive significant tax benefits while communities gain revitalized properties and new economic opportunities.
Client & Community Partnership
Clients receive 10% ownership in redevelopment projects at no additional cost
Tax Benefit Integration
DBSP creates 4x tax deduction value while funding community transformation
Redevelopment Focus
Vacant properties transformed into residences, commercial spaces, parks, or urban farms
Sustainable Model
85% of building materials diverted from landfills through strategic deconstruction
CityUp! Impact
Creating sustainable community development through strategic partnerships and innovative tax-benefit programs that benefit both clients and communities.
IRS Compliant
Community Focused
Sustainable Development
Join Alton's Revitalization
Be part of transforming Alton's historic riverfront into a model of sustainable community development.
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