Baux noted 66 percent of survey responders indicated a need to suspend some expenses in the interim while they are mandated to be closed.
These typically consist of rents, utilities and
other operating fees.
“Main Street programs should engage
with city officials on programs at the local level, in which there may be
influence and/or control over utility operations, parking fees, etc.,” the
survey advises.
“In addition, while small business operations are being
negatively impacted during this time, property owners represent a key stakeholder
group. Main Street programs are also encouraged to dialogue with property
owners as partners to help retain small business tenants, and continue as a
connector and educator on programs at the federal level designed to suspend
mortgage payments.”
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