Shire of York - Business Survey

We recognise the extraordinary efforts of local businesses to continue trading and operating, keeping staff employed and helping to lift the spirits of customers and the greater community during the global pandemic. Thank you.

We would appreciate a couple of minutes of your time to help build an overall picture of the business situation in York to assist us develop plans for recovery.

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* 1. To what extent has the Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic impacted your business, either directly or indirectly?

No impact at all

Somewhat

Moderately

Significantly

Other (please specify)

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* 2. What factors are most impacting your business right now?

Unable to operate / open (including accessing staff, stock and supplies)

Unable to access or attract visitors/customers

Cash flow management

Cancelled bookings, reservations

Negative perception of potential customers due to the COVID-19 restrictions

Other (please specify)

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* 3. Immediate short-term support: What does your business need now? What could the Shire do to support these needs?

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* 4. Long term support (July 2020 and beyond): What does your business need? How could the Shire support you in the long term to recover?

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* 5. On 5 May 2020, what is the status of your business?

Permanently closed due to COVID-19 pandemic

Temporarily closed, with plans to re-open

Restricted operating hours

Operating normal hours

Other (please specify)

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* 6. What promotional channels does your business normally use?

Website

Newspaper advertising

Radio advertising

Facebook

Instagram

Direct marketing

Other (please specify)

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* 7. Would you be interested in working with the Shire on a collaborative approach to marketing York through social media channels?

Yes, I am interested in receiving more information

No, my business does not use social media channels

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Is there any further information or feedback that you could provide to help the Shire with its recovery planning?

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* 9. A little bit about you...

Name

Business Name

Phone

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* 10. Type of Business

Accommodation

Food or Beverage

Gift Shop / Attraction (Museum, Gallery)

Real Estate

Essential Service (i.e. Supermarkets, Medical, Fuel Suppliers)

Other (please specify)

Thank you.

The Draft Strategic Community Plan 2020-2030 is open for public consultation until 29 May 2020. Please view the plan to give your feedback.