The BIDS has worked with the City to improve the infrastructure of the island. Since 2000, approximately 85% of the streets, sidewalks and bayfronts have been replaced giving patrons a feeling of a manicured destiantion. For general information about the Business Improvement District, its boundaries, operation, and member assessment information, please contact Scott Palmer at (949) 760-8368 or e-mail Scott at: scott.bidsys@mac.com

For information about the City's involvement in the Business Improvement District process, the annual renewal process, or any other City/BID liaison matters, please contact City staff member George A. Berger, AICP, at: (949) 760-8368 or e-mail George at GABerger@city.newport-beach.ca.us.

The Marine Ave. Business Improvement District was formally incorporated in 1998 and was chartered to develop the Marine Avenue commercial district of Balboa Island as a quality shopping destination for visitors.

The Marine Ave. Business Improvement District, is supported by the City of Newport Beach. Membership in the Marine Ave. Business Improvement District is required for all businesses having an address on Marine Avenue.

The BID's mission is to provide joint marketing, advertising, and public infrastructure support for the business district; and to work jointly with the City of Newport Beach to accomplish more than either the City or businesses could by themselves. In addition to this Web site, the Marine Ave. Business Improvement District undertakes many other marketing initiatives.

Fiscal Year: July 1, 2006 - July 3, 2007

2006-2007 Board Members:

President: Sheri Drewry (Wilma's Patio Restaurant);

Vice President: Pam Hubbard (Persimmon Tree);

Treasurer: Ray Lowy (Accent Interior Design);

Marketing Director: John Robinson (Amelia's Restaurant);

Marketing: Anne Moloney (Beach Time Reality).