The Yorkton Business Improvement District (YBID) is beginning to initiate its summer programming for 2020.
Donna Brothwell, Executive Director of YBID noted the Clean Sweep Program has been delayed for a couple of reasons. The first is because of protocols initiated by COVID-19.
Brothwell said once the program starts-up again the two-person crews will not have to wear masks but will follow guidelines to stay safe.
The second delay to the program starting is the need for a new cart.
The current cart is designed for indoor use, said Brothwell, adding that means elements such as the wheels, don鈥檛 take bouncing over curbs well.
鈥淲e are having a new cart manufactured for the workers to be able to do their work without any difficulties,鈥� she said.
If all goes well, the Clean Sweep crews will be back on the streets by the end of June.
The YBID Flower Pot Program is back for the summer, with pots being put out by the Prairie Harvest Employment Program, said Brothwell, adding the group will also be caring for the pots as in previous years. She said, about 200 pots will be placed.
Benches and garbage cans have also been placed which should be a welcome addition now with limited access to your locations a place to wait is important, said Brothwell.
YBID is also looking for some feedback from its members regarding the potential to grow the area they serve.
YBID has had some inquiries about growing our district to include more of the commercial locations close to our boundaries such as across Highway #9 and behind Saddles and Steel or Minute Muffler, Brothwell.
