Knox City Council is holding online feedback sessions for residents to have their say on its plans to energise local retail.
“Join us at our online feedback sessions to share your thoughts on our draft Retail Activation Strategy,” council said.
“We are hosting sessions for residents on 17 February, and businesses on 22 February.”
Residents will have the opportunity to share their thoughts on range of initiatives including developing community spaces in areas like Knoxfield alley, turning Knox into “the picnic capital of the world” and a calendar of events for individual villages in the shire.
“Our draft strategy aims to inject new life and energy into our retail centres,” council said.
“Proposed actions focuses on increasing foot traffic for retailers, exploring new trading opportunities for businesses, and creating exciting retail experiences for local residents and visitors.”
Council has also invited businesses to have contribute to the draft report. Key initiatives in the draft include provding support for upgrades to building facades and shop fronts, and helping businesses adapt to bans on single use plastics from February 2023.
Community feedback closes on Friday 25 February 2022.
