City of Brantford Showcases Downtown Successes to LaSalle and Windsor Delegates

BRANTFORD, ON:  On Friday December 1st, the City of Brantford proudly welcomed esteemed delegates from the Town of LaSalle and the City of Windsor to showcase the tremendous strides made in revitalizing our downtown core. As part of the visit, Brantford City staff, alongside representatives from Wilfrid Laurier University, Brantford Native Housing, Brantford Police Service, and Downtown Brantford Business Improvement Area, led a comprehensive tour highlighting the City’s Downtown Priority Plan achievements.

The visit included an immersive tour of downtown Brantford, spotlighting pivotal landmarks, including Harmony Square, City Hall, the Sanderson Centre, YMCA, Library, Civic Centre, and the Brantford Farmers’ Market. The tour provided a firsthand view of the concerted efforts and initiatives driving the ongoing transformation within the downtown.

Discussions during the tour centered on various critical aspects crucial to the downtown's evolution. Key topics included future development projects, current and upcoming planning initiatives, safety measures, addressing encampments and security concerns, infrastructure enhancements, ongoing beautification efforts, and the comprehensive revitalization plans designed to shape the future of the city’s core. The tour highlighted the coordinated work being undertaken by various City departments as well as community partners to support Brantford’s vision for a thriving urban centre and ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all residents and visitors. 

Mayor Davis expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration and exchange of insights, saying, "We are pleased to share our successes and plans for the downtown core with our esteemed counterparts from LaSalle and Windsor. This collaborative effort embodies our commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring our downtown continues evolving into a vibrant and welcoming space for everyone."  

The meeting facilitated an invaluable exchange of ideas, fostering mutual learning and paving the way for potential collaborations between the cities, laying a foundation for shared progress and growth in their respective downtown cores.

PHOTO CAPTION:

From left to right: Sergeant John Billone, Brantford Police Services, Kathryn Broadbelt, Downtown Revitalization Ambassador, City of Brantford, Michael Akpata, Deputy Mayor, Town of LaSalle, Gagan Batra, Manager Business Support and Sustainability, City of Brantford, Chief Robert Davis, Chief of Police, Brantford Police Service

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