Business Improvement Area (BIA) - Historic Downtown Abbotsford

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The City of Abbotsford is conducting a review of Bylaw No. 1699-2007, which governs the Abbotsford East Downtown Business Improvement Area. Established in 1994 by the District of Abbotsford, the Abbotsford East Downtown Business Improvement Area Bylaw was introduced to generate revenue for initiatives aimed at revitalizing the local economy. These initiatives focus on enhancing the downtown area through beautification projects, supporting local businesses, promoting innovative attractions, and encouraging overall economic activity.

This bylaw review is a direct response to a formal request from the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association (ADBA), and additionally, this review was anticipated and supported by the Historic Downtown Neighbourhood Plan.

Key proposed changes include:

  1. Updating the BIA boundary
  2. Updating the annual funding
  3. Renaming the bylaw
  4. Revising the expiration date of the bylaw

Business Improvement Area Map

The ADBA is administrated by a Board of Directors, which is composed of property and business owners who are elected by their fellow ADBA members, and would continue to manage the funds collected through the BIA levy, supporting the strength of Historic Downtown Abbotsford and initiatives such as community events and festivals (like Berry Fest and Winter Jubilee), streetscape upgrades, graffiti removal, marketing, beautification, storefront enhancements to attract visitors and support local enterprises.

We want to hear from you!

If you have any questions about this bylaw review, please fill in the Petition Form or submit your questions below and our team will get back to you!

The City of Abbotsford is conducting a review of Bylaw No. 1699-2007, which governs the Abbotsford East Downtown Business Improvement Area. Established in 1994 by the District of Abbotsford, the Abbotsford East Downtown Business Improvement Area Bylaw was introduced to generate revenue for initiatives aimed at revitalizing the local economy. These initiatives focus on enhancing the downtown area through beautification projects, supporting local businesses, promoting innovative attractions, and encouraging overall economic activity.

This bylaw review is a direct response to a formal request from the Abbotsford Downtown Business Association (ADBA), and additionally, this review was anticipated and supported by the Historic Downtown Neighbourhood Plan.

Key proposed changes include:

  1. Updating the BIA boundary
  2. Updating the annual funding
  3. Renaming the bylaw
  4. Revising the expiration date of the bylaw

Business Improvement Area Map

The ADBA is administrated by a Board of Directors, which is composed of property and business owners who are elected by their fellow ADBA members, and would continue to manage the funds collected through the BIA levy, supporting the strength of Historic Downtown Abbotsford and initiatives such as community events and festivals (like Berry Fest and Winter Jubilee), streetscape upgrades, graffiti removal, marketing, beautification, storefront enhancements to attract visitors and support local enterprises.

We want to hear from you!

If you have any questions about this bylaw review, please fill in the Petition Form or submit your questions below and our team will get back to you!

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If you have questions about this bylaw review, please submit your question here!

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    BRAEDON THIESSEN asked 19 days ago

    That’s fantastic—congratulations on acquiring Alohaaa Dogs! It’s always inspiring to see local businesses led by members of the community. For more information on whether Alohaaa Dogs could be part of the area, you can reach the ADBA Office directly at +1 (778) 666-0451 or hello@downtownabbotsford.com.

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    Hi, I have series of questions, who should I email my questions?

    Swaran S Dhaliwal asked 12 days ago

    Hi Swaran,

    Thank you for your message! You can send your questions directly to me at coliveira@abbotsford.ca. You can also find my email address in the top right corner of the page, next to my photo. I’ll be happy to help answer them.

    Best regards,

    Carlos Oliveira

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