Dear Editor:
The revitalization of 12th Street has been difficult but, so far, successful and is really taking hold.
Creative policing in partnership with the Burnaby RCMP, an aggressive anti-graffiti program and Fraserside’s “I’s on the Street” program have all contributed to clean and safe streets. This creates business confidence, which reduces vacancies and generates positive economic activity for our community.
A new meat processor and deli, a home interior design consultant and a decorative lighting store are some of the unique shops that have opened in the last year, and many more shops are opening soon.
The Save-On-Foods 12th Street Music Festival is another way of bringing attention to our business community by enticing visitors to the area so they can discover the charm of New Westminster’s most affordable business district. With community partners such as Save-On-Foods, The Record, Matt Brabbins Remax Advantage and Key West Ford making significant monetary contributions towards this event, we would, however, not be able to make this happen without the many other sponsors and the City of New Westminster’s in kind services and logistics coordination.
There is a significant payback to a community when you fix your broken windows. Come and celebrate our progress with us this Sunday as we host the biggest 12th Street Music Festival yet.
Four entertainment stages, over 100 vendors and displays, a petting zoo, free children’s activities and entertainers, a water feature and thousands of calories to consume along the way will ensure that this day will be fun and memorable for the whole family.
Elizabeth Brabbins, vice-president,
West End Business Association
