Of course demographics play a role in the siting and success of groceries and other businesses, and the demographics for this area are daunting. The infamous Lydia House project site is 1/2 block from the store that is closing. Currently, within 1/4 mile of Lydia House, 28% of the residential population is disabled and in special housing that requires on-site supervision.
We all want a good grocery, and I think that through the diligent efforts of the community and enlightened property owners I think we'll eventually get one. But let's not kid ourselves. There is nothing easy about this site for a new grocery, especially when Plymouth Church and the City of Minneapolis intend to raise the disabled population to over 30% (and beyond) in spite of City laws that prohibit such concentration. Tom Berthiaume Loring, Navarre, Stevens Square, Whittier _______________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subscribe, Unsubscribe, Digest option, and more: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
