Dear Alderman Roddy,
As a resident of the 17th
ward, I like to ask you to support the purchase of 4330-32 Chouteau
Avenue from the City (LRA) by the Forest Park Southeast Development Corp. to secure the
garden space currently located at this site.
Chouteau’s Garden is a valuable asset
to the FPSE community, providing gardening space and instruction to residents
of all income backgrounds. As the FPSE
neighborhood continues to develop, it will be increasingly important to set
aside green space to assist in maintaining a high quality of life in the
neighborhood, and to provide opportunities for residents with diverse
backgrounds to interact in a positive and supportive setting.
I ask you to support the proposal by
the FPSE Development Corporation to purchase the lots, and make them available for low-cost to Chouteau's Garden.
My kids love coming here to learn about plants. It would be a huge loss for the community if this place goes away.