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Port Orchard leaders discuss marketing, signage and merchant support as Bay Street work approaches
Summary
Committee members and business groups asked for targeted marketing, outreach and non‑cash support to help downtown merchants through Bay Street construction.
Merchants, downtown stakeholders and city leaders told the Port Orchard Economic Development & Tourism Committee they want the city to plan active outreach and marketing to limit business losses during Bay Street construction.
Josh Johnson, Port Orchard public information officer (on contract), said communication will be crucial to letting customers know businesses are open and where to park; Mayor Rob and staff agreed that signage and…
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