York BID Business Plan 2021-2026

YOUR BID
York Business Improvement
District (BID) is an
independent organisation
working to deliver support and
success through partnership
with its members.
Through collaboration, creative initiatives and the
careful application of new technologies, York BID
will be at the forefront of the city’s recovery after
the coronavirus pandemic.
Covid-19 will have long-term effects on
consumer behaviour and industry-wide structural
changes are inevitable in all sectors. The BID will
work hard to create value for our members and
return the city to being a place of experiences and
excitement for both residents and visitors.
This plan for a second term has been developed
in consultation with our member community and
can be voted on by all businesses who are eligible
in the upcoming ballot.
I would like to thank our businesses for the
great engagement we have had over the
past 5 years. For me, a good BID is one that
listens and works with levy payers. Projects
such as York Fashion Week, Micklegate
Soap Box Race and Indie York are testament
to this. There are many business owners
who give up their free time to sit on
committees, or bodies such as the Retail
Forum, and it cannot be underestimated
how this helps with project delivery and
adds to the feeling of community in the city.
I would also like to thank my BID delivery
team, including the Street Rangers and
Cleaners. We are only small because we
believe that the majority of levy money
should be spent on projects to benefit
business, but I feel the team punches above
its weight when it comes
to delivery, with some
of the national
accolades and
awards won being
testament to that.
Andrew Lowson | Executive Director
Remember, it’s your BID. Be a part of it, get involved,
and help us to create a better city centre.
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