Civil Municipal - May 2024

the local quality of life while also refreshing the experience for traditional tourists or even the 10 or so cruise ships that arrive at St. John’s every year. After those ships dock, some shuttles bring passengers to Torbay,where they can enjoy everything the town has to offer, including a vibrant new tap house overlooking the ocean. This restaurant, with its dazzling food and drink selection, was originally the town’s old post office, and that theme is reflected with subtle postal decorations covering its wood- finish interior. The Post Taphouse, located next to the well-known Lorina’s Restaurant down the road, provides delicious small plates, and a serene atmosphere, and serves as another illustration of Torbay’s peaceful economic growth. “Those types of businesses are doing well here, simply because we do have a high disposable income in the town,” says Scott.“And if you put a good product there, people are going to go out and support it.” DIVERSIFIED HOUSING IS ATOP THE PRIORITY LIST One of Council’s and Staff’s top priorities is to modernize the town plan. And like with many towns across North America, big and small, quality housing will only brighten the area’s economy. “We want to make sure that we are prepared for the future that’s coming in terms of diversified housing,” says Scott, emphasizing the need to cater to all income brackets in Torbay. The town’s council recently approved a development plan for 45 apartment units in what’s shaping up to 1170 Topsail Road | Mount Pearl | NL A1N 5E8 | 709 747.3850 | www.image4.ca Brenda Andrews c: 709 697.0909 | e: brenda@image4.ca Chris Dixon c: 709-770-2088 | e: chris@image4.ca Quality Products Every business needs an edge. Fast turn around In a hurry? No problem! Customer service Customer interaction second to none. service with a smile Making your day brighter! 184 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 05 BUSINESS VIEW AGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 01