Back to SearchHALTON HILLS, ON – Acton Optical was the most recent recipient of the Town’s Community Improvement Program (CIP), receiving a Façade Improvement Grant to support renovations to the exterior of one of the oldest church structures in Halton Hills. The church dates back to1877 and is home to the business, located at located at 80 Mill Street East.
Mayor Bonnette, Local and Regional Councillor Somerville and Ward 1 Councillors Hurst and Albano were pleased to present Acton Optical with a cheque for $12,500 to support the completed improvements to their business façade, which included new windows and doors, new eaves, and refurbishment of the brick work.
“Being able to support improvements to this historic building in downtown Acton, not only provides assistance for our local business, but allows us to invest in our community for long-term beautification of our downtown areas,” said Mayor Rick Bonnette.
“We are thrilled to have been involved with the Town’s CIP program. Allison [Nap, Economic Development & Tourism Officer,] and her team made the process very easy for us and were helpful all along the way,” said Nancy Wilkes, Owner of Acton Optical. “We are very proud to be in the former Acton Baptist Church and it is important to us to maintain the character and appearance of the building.”
The Community Improvement Program supports eligible businesses in Halton Hills by providing grants and loan programs to encourage revitalization, attract additional private sector investment, fast-track the redevelopment of underutilized properties and support local jobs.
Façade Improvement Grant applications are currently being accepted at the Town, subject to eligibility and available funding. Visit the investhaltonhills.com/CIP for more information about the current CIP program.
The Town’s CIP program is currently under review to address business needs and municipal priorities that have changed since its inception in 2010. For more information on the upcoming program, contact the Town’s Economic Development Office.
Pictured above from left to right: Councillor Hurst, Nicole Walker, Nancy Wilkes, Mayor Bonnette, Councillor Albano and Councillor Somerville.
About the Town of Halton Hills
The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of approximately 60,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval – and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto. The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine. Visit the website at: haltonhills.ca
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