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Apr 2023
Harrogate BID to launch campaign for second term
Harrogate BID is set to launch its campaign for a second term at a meeting of its members later this month.
The business improvement district, funded through a levy on business rates for commercial premises in the town centre, was first voted in in January 2019.
Its first five-year period will end at the beginning of next year – but its manager and board are hoping to win support for a business plan for another term.
Harrogate BID chairman Dan Siddle said:
The new business plan will be presented to BID members at the Majestic Hotel on Wednesday, April 26. As well as showcasing the draft business plan, it will be an opportunity for the BID to highlight its achievements since it was established.
Among those are events in the town centre designed to draw visitors in, such as a lego trail last summer and attractions over the Christmas period.
It has also carried out regular deep-cleaning of streets, and added floral and artistic installations to make the town centre more attractive to visitors and residents.
It has employed a street ranger and used hosts to welcome visitors to town and give directions, as well as sponsoring free parking and free bus travel on selected routes to boost footfall in the town centre.
The ballot for the BID will open on June 1 and members will be asked to cast their votes by June 28. The result will be announced the following day.
Mr Siddle added:
Any BID members wishing to attend the event at the Majestic on April 26, which runs from 5pm to 8pm, can sign up by emailing the BID.
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