Lancaster BID Steering Group

LANCASTER BID STEERING GROUP

STEERING GROUP MEMBERS

Bill Johnston, The Bay 96.9 fm 102.3fm 103.2fm

Dave Sterling, Boots Company plc

Hugh Evans, N&W Lancashire Chamber of Commerce

Jean Laurie, The Dukes Playhouse Ltd

Sheralee Duckworth, Lancashire Constabulary

Cllr Janice Hanson, Lancaster City Council

Jerry North, Lancaster District Chamber of Commerce & St Nicholas Arcades

Lynn Ison, Market Gate Shopping Centre

Michele Mitchell, Marks & Spencer plc

Jonathan Barker, Mitchells of Lancaster (Brewers) Ltd

Lynne Stafford, CancerCare

James Mackie, Mackies of Lancaster

Sharon Burns, Arteria Ltd

Richard P Taylor, Richard P Taylor Ltd

Paul Cusimano, Joseph + Co

Quotes supporting the BID for Lancaster.....

“I'm in favour of any idea that helps to improve the look, feel and atmosphere of the city without relying entirely on the local and county councils.  Many argue that Lancaster still has some way to go before it fulfils its full potential and there are areas of concern.  Money is needed to undertake extra work over and above the responsibilities of the Councils and it won't come out of nowhere.  I'm willing to contribute a small extra percentage of my business rates to make my home town a nicer place to live, work and visit - providing, that is, I also have a voice as to where the money is invested. That's what a BID is - local business people going the extra mile, putting their hands in their pocket to find a modest amount of extra money so that together they can help make the City a cleaner, more beautiful and vibrant place.”

James Mackie, Mackie’s of Lancaster

“The BID scheme for Lancaster would afford like minded companies to work together to implement improvements to the general well being of the City. By taking into consideration environmental issues, security and general housekeeping this can only create a more pleasant impression of Lancaster that will in turn encourage tourism, consumer spending and potential new businesses to the area. When wanting to make a positive impact it’s all in the detail and the smallest details count; indeed if they are overlooked and neglected the bigger picture and overall impression can soon become compromised. As a business owner I would definitely embrace an opportunity to have a positive influence on the City and get involved with joint activities to improve trade, as a City centre resident  I welcome any initiatives that help to increase civic pride in Lancaster. It is a fabulous City with a great heritage and huge ongoing potential”.

Jane Richardson, Arteria Gallery

"The number of successful BiD's currently operating throughout the country prove time and again the levels of success that can be achieved by businesses taking charge of their own commercial districts and applying meaningful business plans to achieve a common goal"

Jerry North, St Nicholas Arcades Shopping Centre

"This is an opportunity for the business community to take some control of Lancaster’s future".  Paul Cusimano, Joseph + Co

“I support the BID because it’s a real chance to steer Lancaster in the right direction”.  Bill Johnston, The Bay