KENILWORTH – The outside of Tang’s Restaurant in Arthur will be getting a makeover soon, thanks to a $2,500 grant from Wellington North.
The façade improvement grant was approved during a meeting on April 22.
Damaged stucco, windows, awnings, shingles, soffit and pot lights will be removed, eroded materials will be repaired, and parts of the façade will be restored to their original condition.
New soffit, fascia, shingles, pot lights, windows and awnings will be installed.
The renovations and upgrades are expected to total $29,000, with the restaurant owners covering the rest of the cost after the grant.
It’s part of the township’s community improvement program, which supports individuals, businesses and organizations that improve buildings and properties “in an effort to support revitalization and redevelopment efforts in our community,” states a township report.
The 2025 operating budget included $35,000 for community improvement program applications. So far this year, including this application, council has approved $7,580 in grants under the program.
“Since the program was launched in 2011, 172 applicants have applied for and been approved for funding under the program.”
According to the report, more than $4 million worth of community improvements have been made through the program, with the township fronting 12% of the cost, with grants or loans and the applicants covering the rest.
“Tang’s Restaurant, located at 181 George St. in Arthur, offers Canadian Chinese cuisine and has been a downtown Arthur staple for over 24 years,” the report states.
“Operated by Carmen and Pail Tang, the restaurant serves up to 3,000 customers weekly.
“The owners often source ingredients and supplies from local suppliers, further boosting the local economy,” the report continues.
“Downtown restaurants enhance the local economy by creating jobs, attracting foot traffic, supporting other businesses (and) contributing to a vibrant atmosphere.”
