During a recent government meeting, local officials discussed strategies to enhance community engagement and support for the restaurant sector, particularly in light of recent closures and the need for collaboration among dining establishments. The focus was on an upcoming event scheduled for Friday, aimed at fostering connections among restaurant owners and promoting the area as a dining destination.

Participants emphasized the importance of collective marketing efforts to ensure that all restaurants benefit from promotional activities, rather than favoring specific types of cuisine. Suggestions included delivering food to local businesses to strengthen ties and support the community, highlighting the necessity for restaurants to actively participate in discussions to better understand consumer preferences.

The meeting also addressed the restructuring of committees under the Main Street program, which has shifted from traditional standing committees to more flexible task-based groups. This change aims to improve participation and effectiveness in achieving community goals. Officials agreed to schedule a follow-up meeting to outline work plans and discuss the allocation of resources following the recent approval of the budget.

Additionally, the integration of new members into the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was discussed, with a call for orientation sessions to familiarize them with the organization’s operations. The meeting concluded with plans to poll members for availability to ensure maximum participation in future discussions.