PETITION
TO: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Department; Michael DiBerardinis, Deputy Mayor for Environmental and Community Resources; Friends of Clark Park; Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell:I, the undersigned, think Uhuru Flea Markets are highly beneficial for our community and I support continuing monthly markets in Clark Park from April to October in 2013 and beyond. In this economic downturn where at least 40% of Philadelphians live in poverty, the Uhuru Flea Markets play an important role in creating economic opportunities for many small local businesses, and in opening up a resource base for under-served families and independent artists. I appreciate that 100% of the profits from the running of this market support the non-profit African People’s Education & Defense Fund's grassroots, black community-led self-reliance programs promoting health, education and economic development. The markets promote a positive cultural life in West Philadelphia and provide a unique and festive venue for all members of the community to meet, support local vendors and enjoy our community park.
We urge Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Department to continue to permit Uhuru Flea Markets at an affordable and reasonable rate appropriate for these small, community-based events which create economic development for the community & urgently needed income for people who may not be able to find work in this economic downturn.
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Reached 250 supporters
October 10, 2012
Reached 100 supporters
September 15, 2009
7 Comments
I go every single month and find stuff I actually need. It helps me save a ton of money compared to stores.
STOP TRYING TO KILL EVERYTHING THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER IN THIS CITY.
clark park wouldnt be the same without this. my kids love it and i always find something cool for the house
This market is one of the only good things left in West Philly. Leave it alone.
It is way too hard for local people to make an honest living right now. The city needs to let this happen.
Why is earning money so difficult these days?
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PETITION
TO: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Department; Michael DiBerardinis, Deputy Mayor for Environmental and Community Resources; Friends of Clark Park; Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell:I, the undersigned, think Uhuru Flea Markets are highly beneficial for our community and I support continuing monthly markets in Clark Park from April to October in 2013 and beyond. In this economic downturn where at least 40% of Philadelphians live in poverty, the Uhuru Flea Markets play an important role in creating economic opportunities for many small local businesses, and in opening up a resource base for under-served families and independent artists. I appreciate that 100% of the profits from the running of this market support the non-profit African People’s Education & Defense Fund's grassroots, black community-led self-reliance programs promoting health, education and economic development. The markets promote a positive cultural life in West Philadelphia and provide a unique and festive venue for all members of the community to meet, support local vendors and enjoy our community park.
We urge Philadelphia Parks & Recreation Department to continue to permit Uhuru Flea Markets at an affordable and reasonable rate appropriate for these small, community-based events which create economic development for the community & urgently needed income for people who may not be able to find work in this economic downturn.
Updates
Reached 250 supporters
October 10, 2012
Reached 100 supporters
September 15, 2009
7 Comments
Please keep this going. It helps so many neighbors pay their bills.
I go every single month and find stuff I actually need. It helps me save a ton of money compared to stores.
STOP TRYING TO KILL EVERYTHING THAT BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER IN THIS CITY.
clark park wouldnt be the same without this. my kids love it and i always find something cool for the house
This market is one of the only good things left in West Philly. Leave it alone.
It is way too hard for local people to make an honest living right now. The city needs to let this happen.
Why is earning money so difficult these days?
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Please keep this going. It helps so many neighbors pay their bills.