Construction impacting Winooski’s Main Street businesses [Video]

The Winooski Main Street Revitalization Project covers four blocks in the city. While the project aims to rejuvenate the area, many business owners say they’re concerned about the impacts the construction is having on their business.Pany Senebouttarath, co-owner of Pho Dang Vietnamese Café, has been a cornerstone of the Winooski community for 18 years. However, the construction outside her restaurant has caused a significant downturn in sales.”We’ve seen a drop of 40 percent a day, which has now shifted to 40 to 50 percent a month,” Senebouttarath said.What was normally packed during rush hour is now filled with empty seats, but they’re grateful to the loyal daily customers who keep stopping by.”It helps me stay afloat and support my employees and family,” Senebouttarath said.Further down the street, the newly established Mountain Valley Restaurant is also feeling the effects of the construction, with delivery drivers struggling to navigate the congested area, …