The Town of Halton Hills is dishing out funds to help a local restaurant enhance its appearance.
Lily Thai Cuisine in downtown Georgetown has received a Facade Improvement Grant through the Town's Community Improvement Plan (CIP) totalling almost $16,000.
The Town made the allocation for a series of upgrades at the restaurant aimed at revitalizing the exterior of the building and protecting its heritage assets.
“We really appreciate being a part of the community and having support from the Town to help maintain our property," said Lily Thai Cuisine owner Helen Lu.
“The process was very smooth, and I enjoyed how everyone was very responsive and professional when asking for help and guidance through this all.”
Councillors Jane Fogal, Chantal Garneau and Ron Norris joined staff from the Town’s economic department and innovation division to present the $15,961.25 cheque to Lily Thai Cuisine.
The community grant facilitated the front door replacement, repainting of the front window, replacement of the front entrance ceiling and essential repairs to the building's bricks, along with replacement and repainting of the patio deck.
“I am delighted that we (the Town) are supporting local businesses in this manner, and I congratulate Lily Thai on their investment,” said Fogal. “Facade improvements make such an impact and businesses who utilize the CIP grants are truly demonstrating a commitment to our community.”
The Community Improvement Plan offers grants and loans to eligible businesses and organizations.
To learn more, visit investhaltonhills.com/CIP.