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We want 7-Eleven and Dunkin Donuts in Seward Park Co-op

We want 7-Eleven and Dunkin Donuts in Seward Park Co-op

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Started by Anonymous 14 years, 2 months ago
Our neighborhood could be home to a 7-Eleven and Dunkin Donuts! There are two commercial spaces on Grand Street just west of Clinton Street that the Seward Park Board of Directors was going to bring a 7-Eleven and Dunkin Donuts to. Unfortunately, some local residents feel that this would not be a good addition to the neighborhood. We will not get into their reasoning but we will point out the positives of having these two stores. 1) The stores are open early and late which is something that will help make Grand Street safer. 2) They both run very clean operations. 3) They have great products that everyone can enjoy. 4) If you are from Seward Park an added bonus is that they are strong tenants and they will pay top rents. Seward Park has had a bad history with their commercial tenants. The commercial tenants currently owe over $100,000 in back rents. A petition was circulated against bringing these stores in and convinced the Seward Park Board of Directors to retract their approval and put the deals on hold for three weeks so that alternative retailers could be tracked down. If you feel that these stores would be a great addition to the neighborhood or you feel that they will financially benefit the Co-Op, then sign this petition and lets show the Seward Park board that there are people who are in favor of this.

Updates

May 14, 2012

I am currently gathering the signatures to present directly to the Board of Directors at their next meeting. Post the link to this petition on your Facebook wall today to show them the strength of our position. Email your board representative and demand they prioritize financial stability for our community.

May 14, 2012

The momentum behind this petition is undeniable and shows the Seward Park board that we need reliable tenants now. Post this link on your neighborhood Facebook groups today to keep the pressure on. Send an email to the board members demanding they move forward with these leases immediately.

Reached 100 supporters

May 14, 2012

6 Comments

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Sarah Dunn
14 years ago Featured

Honestly tired of seeing those empty storefronts. Anything that actually pays rent and stays open is a win for the co-op.

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David Hayes
14 years ago Featured

YES. I walk my dog late at night and grand st is way too dark. A 7-11 would actually bring some light and life to the block.

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Jessica Thompson
14 years ago Featured

Keep the rent money coming in. We need stable tenants instead of the same old problems.

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Mike Obi
14 years ago Featured

Finally some decent coffee in the morning. Stop blocking this and let us have some normal stores for once.

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Karen Sinclair
14 years ago Featured

Stop complaining about everything. These are clean businesses that provide jobs and services. Get over it.

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Robert Dixon
14 years ago Featured

Just want a donut in the morning without walking 20 mins. Bring them here already.

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