Small Business Committee
Goals for 2008
1) Develop a Map /
Matrix of resources for small businesses downtown.
- including a clear summary of "who's
doing what"
- distribute widely as a reference and an aid
2) Help new businesses
connect and network with each other
- networking at meetings
- holding committee meetings at the various
small businesses downtown
- promote each other
3) Start a
"Neighbors Wanted" program for businesses
- develop an area by
area list of what businesses are there, what space is empty, and a list of the
pros/cons of each area
- encourage more
rigorous non-compete environment within downtown
- develop
corresponding list of what neighbors or complementary businesses would be ideal
for that area (i.e. list of desired companion businesses)
- encourage a dine
& stroll environment (lists to hand out for each area?)
- encourage a
concentration of nightlife (ex dancing, clubs, street dining, etc.)
4) Identify broader
strategies and advocate for making downtown more welcoming for small
businesses
- pedestrian-friendly
and welcoming street design
- streetscaping
(trees, plantings, benches)
- parking
- more visibility
- lighting
- attracting big
events
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