After more than 1,100 votes cast in community voting, the winners of the 11^th Annual Downtown Eau Claire Awards were announced on March 13, 2019 at The Lismore Hotel.

Top recipients of public votes recognized at this year’s ceremony are as follows:

Best New Business: SHIFT Cyclery and Coffee Bar
Best Renovation: Grand Avenue Footbridge
Best New Development: Pablo Center at the Confluence
Best Downtown Event: Clearwater Winter Parade
Best Business: The District
 
Downtown Eau Claire also honored the following individuals for their contributions:
 
Volunteer of the Year: Marianne Klinkhammer
Member of the Year: Brent Douglas Flowers for Everyday
Outstanding Achievement: Dan Market