Red Deer Downtown Business Association
LV’s Vinyl Cafe – DBA Business Spotlight
This week Downtown Red Deer’s ‘business spotlight’ shines on a small locally owned and operated business, LV’s Vinyl Cafe.
Located at 4928B 50 (Ross) Street, this place is a great business to stop into if you’re a fan of vinyl, food, drinks, live music, and a cozy atmosphere. We had the chance to chat with Lisa Spencer-Cook, the owner of LV’s, and ask her a few questions about her business. Check out the interview below!
What is your business?
My business is LV’s Vinyl Café in Downtown Red Deer.
When did your business open?
My business opened in November of 2017.
What makes your business unique?
I sell new and used vinyl records and throw live and intimate house concerts and music gatherings. I also hold a space every Saturday for autistic teens and young adults to gather as there is not a lot of that going on in the City right now.
What are some products/services that you offer?
I offer live music, used vinyl for sale, a menu that includes food and alcohol.
Why did you choose Downtown Red Deer as the location for your business?
I have worked in the downtown for a while for other companies and the downtown is the heart of the city. The community here I suppose.
What do you think makes Downtown vibrant?
The fact that everything is locally owned and operated. The art and cultural activities that happen in this city happen downtown. People really care down here and it’s a neat community to be apart of.
I love Downtown Red Deer because… of the great community.
Be sure to stop by LV’s Vinyl Café and try a delicious panini and a coffee (or alcoholic beverage of choice) and check out their house concerts that feature local musicians. For updates on house concerts or anything LV’s check out their Facebook page!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lvsvinylcafe/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lvsvinylcafe/
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Council approves 2024 DBA budget, increased investment in events
“The DBA remains steadfast in its objective to build on the growth seen in 2023. The collaboration between The City of Red and the DBA is at all time high and with the pending actions set to be delivered through the Downtown Activation Playbook, I know there are many great things to come that will support our business community and create the thriving downtown we all want to experience,” said Amanda Gould, DBA Executive Director.
“Today Council demonstrated their commitment to their strategic priorities with the support shown to the DBA through unanimous support of the 2024 budget. This mighty Association continues to do great work on a shoestring budget and the 2024 Board of Directors are keen to lend their expertise and entrepreneurial skills to benefit the downtown in its entirety.”
Brandon Bouchard, DBA Board Chair
The DBA’s budget is partially funded through the BIA tax levy, which is collected by The City of Red Deer. Each year, the DBA presents its proposed budget to Council for their consideration. When reviewing the budget, Council considers alignment between the DBA’s downtown priorities and City’s community priorities.
“DBA has constantly hit far above its weight in our downtown, I can’t think of a more supportive messenger of promotion than the team at the DBA, it’s so encouraging to see this strong support for our downtown,” said Mayor Ken Johnston. “I’m encouraged by the leadership and direction of the DBA and look forward to what they have in store for 2024. They continually bring positive initiatives to the downtown even with the constraint on finances.”
The DBA’s total approved budget for 2024 is $775,160, with $277,725 funded through the BIA with the remaining amount funded through items such as grants and contracts. The BIA portion for 2024 is an increase of five per cent from 2023.
The Downtown Business Association has been operating in Red Deer for more than 30 years, serving approximately 350 business owners in the Downtown area. Through partnerships and leadership in advocacy and promotion, the DBA is the catalyst for a vibrant and prosperous downtown that is the place to live, work, play and do business.
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