A forthcoming city-developed app aims to generate business for local shops, restaurants, salons, gyms, and other establishments as they weather the financial blow of COVID-19.
Mayor Marty Walsh on Wednesday announced officials are working on launching the “B-Local” app in partnership with Colu. By using the app when making purchases, customers will earn “Boston Points,” which they will be able to use like cash, with each point worth $1, at participating businesses.
The city will reimburse the businesses for the points redeemed, according to Walsh.
The initiative will help residents connect with local Black-owned, women-owned, and Main Street businesses, Walsh said.
“They’ve had a really tough year here and
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