Reader: Tennyson construction is putting businesses at risk — so help save them

Kyle Garrat's post about Tennyson Street construction notes that delays in the project have stretched out so long that many merchants are worried about their businesses surviving long enough for them to enjoy the improvements. One patron is concerned about the situation, too.....
By Michael RobertsAugust 9, 2011
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Kyle Garrat’s post about Tennyson Street construction notes that delays in the project have stretched out so long that many merchants are worried about their businesses surviving long enough for them to enjoy the improvements. One patron is concerned about the situation, too…

Albert Hvc Stern writes:

The construction is just terrible for local businesses there. Being a patron of the Bookery Nook I wrote this post hoping to encourage folks to support the businesses there.

“I worked in an independent bookstore while I waited for my license. Independent book stores are run by passionate people who flat out love books, reading, and community. Working there, I was able to see first hand the challenges faced by the owners of small independent bookstores….”

http://bit.ly/qgpuGx

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

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