who we are
Our Mission
UDO Creates, Connects, and Collaborates to promote economic growth and quality of life in our diverse neighborhoods
Who We Are
A non profit planning and community improvement organization.
Established in 1971 UDO is governed by a board of trustees representing community groups, social service agencies, businesses, churches, local government, and institutions.
What We Do
Primarily a planning organization, UDO acts as a liaison between the City of Columbus, the Ohio State University, and University District neighborhoods to coordinate community improvement projects.
Orgs We Run
Community Orgs We
Work With
Our Team
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Nora Gerber
Executive Director
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DonWaun Valdry
Operations Manager
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Taiwan Brooks
Stewards Team Lead
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James Lewis, LSW
UDO Social Worker
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Camille Snyder
Creative Projects Manager
safety. cleanliness. hospitality.
The University District Special Improvement District (UDSID) was established to improve the business environment and patron experience of the University District. It is a non-profit organization managed by a Board of Directors elected by property owners of the district. The SID provides a variety of services to make High Street and the business district adjacent to The Ohio State University a cleaner and safer place for our students, visitors, businesses, and employees.
Call or text to access
SID Services
(614) 395-1600
sid@universitydistrict.org
Our SID Stewards operate daily from
7:00am - 11:00pm
