South of Main Blockwatch

Blockwatch Opposes Low end Store

Will be detrimental to our children

May 16, 2006


To: The Honorable Matt Habash
The Honorable Michael Mentel
The Honorable Kevin Boyce
The Honorable Patsy Thomas
The Honorable Charleta Tavares, Board Member Columbus Compact
The Honorable Mary Jo Hudson
The Honorable Maryellen O’Shaughnessy
Mark Barbash, Director,Department of Development, Board Member Columbus Compact
Vince Papsidero, Department of Development, Planning


From: Kathleen Bailey, President, South of Main Blockwatch


Re: Development on Main Street

I am writing on behalf of the members of the South of Main Blockwatch to formally complain about your support of the proposed co-anchor store at 1179 E. Main Street.

The members of our blockwatch are dedicated to rebuilding our area, to making it a neighborhood of choice. This includes working with our youth to give them a positive spin on life, to break the cycle of crime and future crippling experiences such as early, unplanned pregnancies and in many cases retreating from the school system.

We are specifically trying to introduce our young ladies to positive role models, to help them understand that one’s appearance and demeanor can greatly enhance or severely hamper one’s chance for success.

We would appreciate the opportunity to participate in finding a business that reflects the kind of neighborhood that we want.

Cc: Rev. Orton, Zion Baptist Church, Wilson Avenue and Fulton Street