Steve Foglia advised that he visited all Main Street businesses with Tom Hempen, Chair of the Main Street District Business Improvement Area Board of Management, in August to increase awareness of the Making Main Street Accessible initiative. He further advised that businesses were very encouraged and provided positive feedback. Approximately a dozen businesses have already scheduled an audit, and common themes show that the physical distancing requirements due to the pandemic have increased accessibility in many businesses, and automatic door openers are needed in most storefronts. Members discussed the promotional campaign, possible newspaper articles, and advertising opportunities.
Steve Foglia further provided an update on the meeting with a representative of the York Region District School Board where opportunities for students to participate in media campaigns, audits, construction and marketing would be available.