Plymouth Waterfront Partnership
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Plymouth Waterfront Partnership Business Improvement District, delivering a 42 project business plan (2012 - 2017) What is a Business Improvement District (BID)?
A Business Improvement District is a private sector led management organisation for a precisely defined geographical area, where business rate payers have identified projects and services that will have a positive impact on their trading environment. Businesses within the area vote to invest collectively in delivering these improvements which are wholly additional to those already delivered by local, statutory bodies.
Once a Business Improvement District has been established all businesses contribute BID Levy based on the rateable value of their premises (hereditaments) to ensure fairness and equity. Business Improvement Districts have a maximum duration of five years.
What is The Plymouth Waterfront Partnership (PWP)?
The Plymouth Waterfront Partnership (PWP) is responsible for delivering the Waterfront Business Improvement District. PWP is an independent, not for profit, company limited by guarantee, with a Board of Directors drawn from the Waterfront. PWP will operate within a strict mandate and deliver the projects laid out in the final Waterfront Business Plan. These projects have been identified as priorities by Waterfront businesses.
PWP will have a Board of Directors directly accountable to Waterfront BID Levy contributors for:
•Upholding and Promoting the BID's vision and objectives
•Effective and efficient delivery of the agreed projects and services
•Promoting the conditions necessary to secure the active and continued support of business members and other partner organisations.
•Consulting on renewal of the BID in the last year of its initial term and bringing forward a BID Renewal Proposal as appropriate.
•Every levy paying business and other oganisations making annual financial contributions will be members of the company and eligible to vote at general meetings.
The Plymouth Waterfront Partnership Board
The Board of Directors will be led by a private sector chairperson and consist of elected and nominated Directors, comprising a majority of representatives from the Waterfront business community and supported by nominated representatives of key stakeholder organisations.
What Are the Key Points of the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership BID?
•A five year, £6.2 million investment proposal for Plymouth’s Waterfront.
•Designed to give businesses control of their trading environment, improve profitability and raise the Waterfront’s profile as a UK destination.
•Aims to increase visitor numbers and annual visitor spend - up 25 per cent (£63 million) by 2020.
•Plymouth Waterfront Partnership (PWP) will manage the BID and has drawn up the Waterfront Business Plan in consultation with Waterfront businesses.
•BID Projects include regional / national marketing, new events and environmental improvements.
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Waterfront BID Testimonials: Ann Anderson, who owns the Sea Breezes Guest House, said: “Indirectly my business has benefitted because they keep a watchful eye on the area. “I believe the Waterfront BID team has kept the standards of the area up, in terms of cleanliness and stopping the area from falling into disrepair. “They monitor things and it’s great for a local business to have a point of contact and a voice for when things go wrong. We can point people in the right direction and it really has made a difference to the feel of the area. “It’s good to have someone batting in your court. I mean, what would Plymouth be without its Waterfront? It’s the city’s backdrop. “I’ve also been getting great feedback from our guests. They visit and they’re wowed by how much Plymouth has changed and how great it looks. Everything is looking more professional. “For people thinking of not voting for the Waterfront BID I’d say cast your mind back. Several years-ago there were areas that looked quite desolate. I really don’t want the Waterfront to founder. “The team really has made a difference to the feel of the place and I believe they really have helped to put Plymouth, and its beautiful Waterfront, on the map.” #WaterfrontBID2 For full details about the Waterfront BID2 Business Plan please see our website: www.waterfrontbid.co.uk
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Waterfront BID2 Boundary Map Waterfront BID2 will encompass four square miles of the City's primary Waterfront area to ensure a cohesive approach and promote a better connected community through events, trails and transport. The map is for indicative purposes only. For a full list of streets included within the BID area please visit www.waterfrontbid.co.uk #WaterfrontBID2
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Waterfront BID Testimonials: Plymouth Gin Visitor Centre Supervisor Rose Macinnes said: “What the BID team has done in the Barbican and Waterfront areas is amazing. I admit when the idea was first suggested I said no and was really against it. “Now I have no hesitation in putting my hands up and saying I was wrong. I’m delighted to be able to say they have done a really good job and I would tell any city to do it. “The streets are now much cleaner and the team is always just a phone call away when there’s a problem and they always get the job done. “Their attention to detail is great and you really get the impression that they care about the area and the people who live and work here. “They are also really good at getting the message out there and making sure people are aware of events and things that are happening, which makes such a difference. “I don’t think it matters how small or large your business is we need to join together, with everyone being on the same page for the good of us all. That’s what the Waterfront BID provides. “I’ve changed my mind completely. It is a great thing for the long-term success of Plymouth and I will definitely be voting to keep it.” #WaterfrontBID2 For full details about the Waterfront BID2 Business Plan please see our website: www.waterfrontbid.co.uk
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Plymouth's Waterfront Business Improvement District is no ordinary BID. Hear from Chris Arscott, PWP Chairman, Cllr Ian Bowyer, Leader, Plymouth City Council and Sarah Gibson, PWP Waterfront Manager
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The Waterfront BID2
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Waterfront BID2: Projected Five Year BID Levy Income (Estimated): £1,545,000
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Waterfront BID1 - Total five year BID Levy Income: £1,105,000
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Waterfront BID1 - What We Have Achieved in the first five years. The Waterfront BID1 Business Plan was setup in 2012 following 18 months of consultations with Waterfront businesses resulting in the City's first ever Waterfront Business Plan pledging delivery of 42 projects across five years. We delivered 94% of this plan.
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Sharp-eyed winners of Waterfront’s first Snowflake Trail announced The winners of the Waterfront’s first ever festive Snowflake Trail have been announced this week, with 11 winners selected from the hundreds of entries received. Winners were presented with their prizes, ranging from a high speed rib ride round Plymouth Sound to an Apple iPad mini2 by Chris Arscott, Chair of the Plymouth Waterfront Partnership at a prize-giving ceremony at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel. The Snowflake Trail, organised by Plymouth Waterfront Partnership (PWP), responsible for delivering the Waterfront Business Improvement District, saw hundreds of people scour the Waterfront for snowflakes hidden amongst shops, restaurants and visitor attractions. Supported by 20 businesses across the Waterfront the Snowflake Trail ran for 6 weeks, from 18th November through to the New Year to encourage visitors, shoppers and residents to explore Plymouth’s Waterfront to win one of the 11 fantastic prizes on offer. Sarah Gibson, Waterfront Manager and Chief Executive of PWP said: “We were delighted to see so many people take part in our first festive Waterfront trail this year ranging from children, right up to adults and we’re delighted that our winners reflect the wide appeal of the Snowflake Trail. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our entrants and all of the Waterfront BID businesses who supported the Snowflake Trail, either by being a snowflake venue or by providing a prize for our lucky winners. I’d also like to thank Jason Marks of Plymouth College of Art and his students for creating some of our fantastic snowflake sculptures. Working in partnership with our city partners this year Plymouth saw a step change in the way it promoted the city’s Christmas offer, and provided that Waterfront businesses vote YES during a Ballot in February to continue the Waterfront BID for another five years, we will continue to grow our marketing efforts to promote all that is great about our wonderful city and its fantastic Waterfront.” Having received over 250 entries to the competition the winners were announced last week and presented with their prizes at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel. PWP is currently engaging with businesses across the Waterfront area to highlight the importance of the Waterfront BID to maximising the opportunities for Plymouth’s iconic waterfront. Businesses in the Waterfront BID area will receive their voting papers in the coming weeks and asked to vote on whether WaterfrontBID2 will become reality. Find out more about the Waterfront BID at www.waterfrontbid.co.uk Winners: + Becky Sampson, aged 24 won an Apple iPad mini 2 + Jack Hellings, aged 11 won a Family ticket to the National Marine Aquarium + Gareth Faulkner, aged 38 won a Family ticket to the National Marine Aquarium + Alexandra Pettinger Brown, aged 2 won a Family ticket to the National Marine Aquarium + Sam Quigley, aged 42 won Free entry for a family to climb Smeaton’s Tower + Isobelle Schneider, aged 6 won a VIP tour for four of Nancy Astor’s former residence at Elliot Terrace + Boyd Halls, aged 10 won a VIP lunch at the Duke of Cornwall Hotel + Maree Holloway, aged 49 won a high speed rib ride around Plymouth Sound + Reggie Church aged 5 and his mum, Hayley, won a Barbican Christmas Hamper + Stuart Quigley, aged 19 won a Barbican Christmas Hamper + Drew Wilkinson, aged 9 won a Cream Tea for two at Boston Tea Party
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BID Member Benefit Proposal from SMARTA Don’t forget that you could save money on utility costs! The Plymouth Waterfront Partnership has negotiated a deal for all Waterfront BID members with SMARTA. CASE STUDY: KITTY O’HANLON’S Kitty O’Hanlon’s is a busy City Centre Irish Bar. As the first of it’s kind in Plymouth, it offers quality food, drink as well a wonderful traditional atmosphere to enjoy them in. Kitty O’Hanlon’s is also a wonderful live music venue with the best of Devon and Cornwall’s musicians travelling to Kitty’s to play their Friday and Saturday night slots. What Was Their Challenge? The greatest challenge for Kitty O’Hanlon’s was gaining a competitive rate for their Gas and Electricity supply, whilst freeing up their time so they could concentrate on selling more pints of Guinness! What Does Kitty O’Hanlon’s Say About Smarta? “We chose Smarta because we’ve dealt with Joedy in the past. Once again, his open and honest approach has made the process with Smarta stress free and easy. We would highly recommend their services to other businesses.” Ultan Moran – Kitty O’Hanlon’s Find out more about about SMARTA's commitment to PWP members to guarantee a saving of between 10% and 30% on their business services: http://www.visitplymouth.co.uk/dbimgs/PWP%20proposal%20from%20Smarta.pdf
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Tonight's Plymouth's Waterfront BID2 conference was well attended by businesses hearing about the launch of the BID2 Business Plan. We urge everyone to read the plan fully and if you have any questions to ask away. Full details about the Waterfront BID2 can be found on our website: http://www.waterfrontbid.co.uk/copy-of-pwp-bid-renewal #WaterfrontBID2
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*** Last few spaces remaining *** Waterfront BID member invitation to the Plymouth Waterfront BID2 Conference Date: 25 January 2017. Time: 5pm – 7pm Location: Royal Western Yacht Club Learn more about our Waterfront BID2 plans for the next five years and how your business can benefit. Book your free ticket: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/plymouth-waterfront-bid2-conference-tickets-30492636296 Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided. Free parking available for up to two hours.
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