TOPCA Meetings

November 30, 2011: Whither Mainstreet Retail?

This Panel discussion explored retail and related issues of concern to the historic communities along the Lakeshore Corridor. The theme is timely given the various development proposals on the table for increased residential and commercial density and big box and chain stores along Lakeshore Road, coupled with escalating store rents in the older sections of Port Credit to match the sq ft rates for the infill builds. And with both increased density and destinations, how can Lakeshore Road possibly bear the increased traffic load?

The pun in the topic heading is deliberate and reflects the 2-pronged question all these challenges raise: Where are we headed, and will what we have survive?

Promotional materials for our public meetings now have a 'microphone' in our wordmark to emphasize that there is always an open mic.

We are thrilled to have assembled a Panel to help educate citizens about these matters, so that we may better respond with stated positions in regard to ongoing development proposals, and understand the trends we are experiencing here in Port Credit. L to R (click image to enlarge):