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Frequently Asked Questions

  What makes the WDMA different from the Westport Chamber of Commerce?

The WDMA:
• actively and regularly promotes its members and Association events in media advertising;
• sponsors and manages Westport’s largest annual family events each year – the Fine Arts Festival on Main Street;
• manages beautification and other design projects in Downtown Westport;
• offers affordable membership rates’
• manages a convenient and efficient trash removal service for its members on Main Street.


  As an organization, how is the WDMA managed?

The business affairs, policies and general management of the WDMA is directed by a Board of Directors. Each Director is elected by a majority vote of the Membership. Board members are volunteers and included Westport business owners, managers and civic leaders.


How can I apply to become a WDMA Member and how long does it take to join?

  Membership application is managed by our Membership Director. Acceptance is subject to approval by the Board of the WDMA. The Board meets monthly.


  What does it cost to become a member?

There are two different levels of membership. Each is defined by either the size of your business and/or your geographic location:

MEMBERSHIP LEVEL A. $150/yr.
Businesses with one (1) or more locations and have a business address outside the Westport Downtown area ZONE but within the boundaries of the Town of Westport.
— a Level A. Member: Mitchells Westport

MEMBERSHIP LEVEL B. $250/yr.
BBusinesses with one (1) location and have a business address within the Westport Downtown area ZONE.
— a Level B Member: Oscar’s Delicatessen



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