Construction disruption frustrates
It’s an all too familiar story. Small businesses that are already facing all the trials and travails they must regularly face — the hard slog of attracting customers in an […]
The construction disruption in Winnipeg is causing significant frustration for small businesses, particularly those located near construction sites. Claire Venevongsa, owner of Pad Thai on Portage Avenue, has seen her sales fall as the city's slow road-construction schedule limits access to her restaurant for months on end. Sidewalk work began in July, followed by water main repairs in September, with no end date in sight.
The city's approach to scheduling and prioritizing these projects seems to lack consideration for the cumulative effect on businesses and commuters. Small business owners are left with increased expenses, lost business, and increased time from potential customers facing confusing detours. The city needs to adopt a more holistic approach that considers the impact of necessary civic repairs on residents and businesses, addressing both the cost of the work and the effect it has on the local economy.
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