1. Richard Darke Project Manager March 2015
The business view
Richard Darke Project Manager March 2015

2. BID Objective
To improve the business environment in a defined area which is paid for by businesses and is additionally from what the local authority provide

3. The BID area

4. EE BID priorities
Clean & Attractive so that everyone experiences our city centre at its best
Safe and Secure both night and day, minimising crime and supporting business
Promoted as a great place to work, visit, shop & enjoy
Accessible to visitors of all ages and abilities who want to enjoy our city centre

5. Rose Street
As a Rose Street trader I have been impressed with the work Essential Edinburgh…..improved traffic management and signage has proved invaluable. We now have pedestrian status being enforced and this is down to Essential Edinburgh- Lin Cherrington, Creative Cookware.

6. George Street

7. Outcomes from August 2013
Trading on George Street was up on average 11% year on year.
Footfall to BID area up 29%
Average revenue taken after 5pm up 41% in BID area
59% or public surveyed supported extending pedestrian areas to allow for more social, leisure and arts activities

8. Maximise accessibility within the BID
Champion parking initiatives and pursue increased parking provision for business use and for visitors
Develop a co-ordinated signage plan which helps visitors find their way into the BID and locate the businesses they’re looking for
Support cyclists through improved access and secure bicycle storage facilities
Ensure the accessibility benefits offered by the tram are marketed and harnessed for the benefit of businesses during and after the re-launch campaign

9. Questions