The Downtown Vermillion Action Team (DVAT) was formed in 2005 and is Vermillion’s downtown revitalization organization. We represent and promote the unique interests of Vermillion’s largest business district. Downtown Vermillion is comprised of over 90 business locations that offer shopping, dining, art, entertainment, finance, professional services and specialty shops.

The mission of the DVAT has been to build a coalition of downtown business/property owners for the purpose of communicating, cooperative marketing, and promoting as a collective group. We have worked toward common goals that benefit both the downtown and the entire community.

We are actively working to:

• Retain and develop businesses
• Preserve historical character
• Assist beautification and clean-up
• Create and attract events inspiring people to enjoy downtown
• Develop community and University partnerships
• Collaborate with art and cultural entities
• Attract community and University people to utilize downtown
• Develop our downtown image and identity
• Promote and communicate as a unified group

As the Downtown Vermillion group moves into the future, goals will be updated and new plans initiated. Our focus will remain to continue to inspire the Historic Downtown Business District to be a vibrant atmosphere that encourages people to shop, dine and enjoy the heart of the city!