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Vendor Licensing Survey (Extended)

Brockton has seen an increase in events hosted throughout the year featuring local vendors, such as Summer Streetfest, Hometown Christmas Market, and two recent Homecomings. The Municipality has received more inquiries and requests for these types of licenses. 

Currently, the Municipality issues two types of vendor licenses under two (2) separate By-Laws:

  1. Outdoor Vending/Refreshment Vehicle Licenses - For refreshment vehicles/food trucks and individuals selling goods/services outdoors on municipal property
  2. Transient Trader Licensing - For individuals selling goods or services on an intermittent or one-time basis.

These two licenses follow different procedures and charge different fees. Staff are reviewing these two By-Laws in order to create one Vendor Licensing By-Law that provides more clarity on what should be allowed in Brockton, including the responsibilities of vendors, and the fees they should pay for a license.

We are seeking your feedback to improve this licensing process and incorporate your considerations into the development of the new By-Law.

Surveys will close on November 25, 2024 at Noon.

1.  

Do you think having vendors located in Brockton improves the tourism of our community?

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2.  

Do you think that the Municipality should give preference to vendors who are located within Brockton rather than neighbouring communities?

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3.  

Do you think that vendors licensed by the Municipality should operate only on Municipally owned property?

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4.  

Do you think vendors licensed by the Municipality should be able to operate in the Market Garden park (Walkerton) year-round?

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Vendors are set up in the Market Garden for Municipal Events (Summer Streetfest and Hometown Christmas Market). Throughout the rest of the year vendors are able to set up in alternate locations currently. Please complete this question to determine the preferred location for vendors to set up in the future.
5.  

Do you think that vendors should operate at the Bruce Power Regional Soccer Park now that the concession booth is open?

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6.  

Do you think vendors should be limited to special events only? 

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7.  

Do you have any accessibility concerns with vendors being located in Brockton? (Example: Do you think vendors should not be located on the sidewalks downtown Walkerton to keep the area clear for mobility devices?)

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8.  

Do you think the fees should be different depending on the type of vendor? (Example: Should food trucks pay more money compared to other vendors?)

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Do you think there should be a time limit when vendors can operate/sell their goods? (Example: From 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)

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Do you think certain groups should be exempt from paying a license fee? (Example: Service clubs, charitable organizations, student businesses)

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11.  

Are you a business owner in Brockton?

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12.  

Do you feel that vendors/food trucks impact the established businesses/restaurants in Brockton?

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13.  

Do you think there should be a limit on the number of food trucks allowed in Brockton during the year?

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14.  

Have you ever participated as a vendor within the Municipality of Brockton? (Example: Produce stands, Food truck, Sold your merchandise at a Municipal Event like the Christmas Market)

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