Am I the only one? - Neighbors for Neighbors2024-03-28T11:34:47Zhttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/forum/topics/am-i-the-only-one?commentId=1171189%3AComment%3A71779&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noExactly Dorian!tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-05-03:1171189:Comment:717792011-05-03T13:35:30.023ZLoayhttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/Loay
Exactly Dorian!
Exactly Dorian! Um, what?tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-23:1171189:Comment:707192011-04-23T12:01:23.285ZMatthttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/Matt
Um, what?
Um, what? As Jesus looked up, he saw th…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-23:1171189:Comment:705222011-04-23T04:28:48.664ZDorian Walshhttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/DorianWalsh
As Jesus looked up, he saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury. He also saw a poor widow put in two very small copper coins. <font class="woj"> “Truly I tell you,”</font> he said, <font class="woj">“this poor widow has put in more than all the others.</font> <font class="woj">All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.”</font>
As Jesus looked up, he saw the rich putting their gifts into the temple treasury. He also saw a poor widow put in two very small copper coins. <font class="woj"> “Truly I tell you,”</font> he said, <font class="woj">“this poor widow has put in more than all the others.</font> <font class="woj">All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.”</font> Hi Anita,
As a long-time r…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-13:1171189:Comment:693982011-04-13T15:48:33.345ZGretchen Van Nesshttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/GretchenVanNess
<p> Hi Anita,</p>
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<p>As a long-time resident of "that neighborhood," as you call it, I can assure you that many of my neighbors already shop at Whole Foods and are looking forward to ditching the car and doing their grocery shopping on foot. Yes, "that location" will draw folks from other JP neighborhoods, as well as from Roxbury, Dorchester, Roslindale, West Roxbury, and Brookline -- which will be an enormous boost to the businesses in Hyde Square that have been struggling to…</p>
<p> Hi Anita,</p>
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<p>As a long-time resident of "that neighborhood," as you call it, I can assure you that many of my neighbors already shop at Whole Foods and are looking forward to ditching the car and doing their grocery shopping on foot. Yes, "that location" will draw folks from other JP neighborhoods, as well as from Roxbury, Dorchester, Roslindale, West Roxbury, and Brookline -- which will be an enormous boost to the businesses in Hyde Square that have been struggling to survive during this economic downturn. If you haven't been to a Whole Foods recently, you might be surprised to see how competitive the prices are. And as a long-time shopper at the Stop & Shop in Jackson Square, I can tell you that the imminent arrival of Whole Foods has already shaken things up at that store -- in a very good way. The other day, the store manager was at the entrance greeting people. I've never seen that before!</p>
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<p>When Whole Foods opens (and it will open, as it has signed a 20-year lease for the building), I invite you to come on over from Moss Hill, check out the store and meet your neighbors in Hyde Square. During your visit, you can stop by the Hyde Square Task Force and ask them if $8,500 is a paltry sum and what other businesses in JP have given them that kind of support. </p>
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<p> </p> I am with the people that thi…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-13:1171189:Comment:696752011-04-13T14:53:57.872ZAnita Hornhttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/AnitaHorn
<p>I am with the people that think Whole Foods is too expensive, especially for that neighborhood. A few comments on the above:</p>
<p> * $8500 for the Hyde Square task force is probably an hour's profit for them. It's really a paultry sum. </p>
<p> * The specialty foods they sell are still going to be outragiously priced</p>
<p> * Many of those who can't afford a car also can't afford to shop at Whole Foods</p>
<p>I hate Stop and Shop and would welcome another reasonably priced grocery…</p>
<p>I am with the people that think Whole Foods is too expensive, especially for that neighborhood. A few comments on the above:</p>
<p> * $8500 for the Hyde Square task force is probably an hour's profit for them. It's really a paultry sum. </p>
<p> * The specialty foods they sell are still going to be outragiously priced</p>
<p> * Many of those who can't afford a car also can't afford to shop at Whole Foods</p>
<p>I hate Stop and Shop and would welcome another reasonably priced grocery store in JP. Market Basket would be perfect, but I think they only do suburban stores due to the higher cost of locating in the city. My guess is that the majority of people who do significant shopping at a Whole Foods in that location will be from outside that neighborhood, so will be driving in causing traffic problems. FYI, I lived on Kingsboro Park for 15 years before moving to Moss Hill 8 years ago. I currently shop at Roche Bros. and Star - both still on the expensive side, but I've had some bad experiences at that Stop and Shop wrt pricing, customer service and traffic getting in and out of that parking lot, so it's worth the drive.</p> i think most people are for W…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-11:1171189:Comment:691182011-04-11T13:49:18.456ZMatthttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/Matt
i think most people are for Whole Foods... the opposition just shouts the loudest.
i think most people are for Whole Foods... the opposition just shouts the loudest. Hi Gretchen,
Thanks for your…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-11:1171189:Comment:692132011-04-11T03:05:21.236ZMaureen Fineganhttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/MaureenFinegan
Hi Gretchen,<br />
Thanks for your reply and information. I will take this into consideration.
Hi Gretchen,<br />
Thanks for your reply and information. I will take this into consideration. Hi Maureen,
The last we heard…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-10:1171189:Comment:692062011-04-10T14:25:54.175ZGretchen Van Nesshttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/GretchenVanNess
<p>Hi Maureen,</p>
<p>The last we heard from Matt O'Malley's office, Whole Foods has interviewed every ex-Hi Lo employee who sought an interview and has hired 25 of them -- more than any businesses in JP. Two weeks ago, Whole Foods donated $8,500 to the Hyde Square Task Force, and the company has a long history of extraordinary generosity to the community and causes we all support. If you visit Whole Foods markets in different communities and compare their offerings (Brighton vs. Fresh Pond,…</p>
<p>Hi Maureen,</p>
<p>The last we heard from Matt O'Malley's office, Whole Foods has interviewed every ex-Hi Lo employee who sought an interview and has hired 25 of them -- more than any businesses in JP. Two weeks ago, Whole Foods donated $8,500 to the Hyde Square Task Force, and the company has a long history of extraordinary generosity to the community and causes we all support. If you visit Whole Foods markets in different communities and compare their offerings (Brighton vs. Fresh Pond, for example), you will see that they offer different speciality foods in each location, driven by what the neighborhood wants. Finally, if you compare the prices on many staples and the 365 house brand, you will see similar and sometimes better prices than can be found in other grocery stores. Whole Foods has already answered your questions.</p>
<p>But the answer to your question about what sort of community we wish to maintain? Sadly, while members of our community are fighting Whole Foods, empty storefronts stretch from Hyde to Jackson Squares and the new businesses moving in are hardly ones that contribute to a vibrant and healthy Latin Quarter: Kennedy Fried Chicken, MetroPCS and GameStop, Bank of America, and soon, you'll be able to get cash for your gold at All Checks Cashed. Which one of these places has contributed $8,500 to a local organization? Why are they, with no track record of being good neighbors, permitted to operate without any of the conditions you list, while Whole Foods, which has a proven track record, is meeting with such demands? </p> Hi Jodie,
I have mixed feelin…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-09:1171189:Comment:690112011-04-09T23:26:36.817ZMaureen Fineganhttp://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/MaureenFinegan
Hi Jodie,<br />
I have mixed feelings about the issue. I currently purchase certain items from Whole Foods in Brighton, and I can easily continue to do so because I have a car and can afford to pay for gas. Although I would clearly benefit from having a store here in JP, I must weigh my personal convenience against other important community-related concerns. I have lived here for only 1.5 years, but in that time I have become increasingly aware and supportive of the community's efforts to support our…
Hi Jodie,<br />
I have mixed feelings about the issue. I currently purchase certain items from Whole Foods in Brighton, and I can easily continue to do so because I have a car and can afford to pay for gas. Although I would clearly benefit from having a store here in JP, I must weigh my personal convenience against other important community-related concerns. I have lived here for only 1.5 years, but in that time I have become increasingly aware and supportive of the community's efforts to support our fellow neighbors who are lower income. I know that many paint the picture as being of different ethnic diversities... and that is all good, I love it, but the bottom line here is who can afford to shop at Whole Foods? and how will this impact our housing prices -- will it attract higher income folks who can afford to buy big places? and drive out renters who can no longer afford to live here? Thus, what sort of community do we wish to maintain? These are the questions we need to consider.<br />
I think that Whole Foods could do a lot by a) hiring local people, b) including the local hispanic foods that will be missed by the closure of Hi-Lo, c) working with the community to include as many low-cost foods as possible, and d) working with the community continuously over time to ensure mutual benefits in all regards.<br />
I might support Whole Foods moving in, but with the cautions mentioned above. Jodie, you're not the only on…tag:neighborsforneighbors.org,2011-04-08:1171189:Comment:691962011-04-08T19:56:57.514ZErin A.http://neighborsforneighbors.org/profile/mzamar
<p>Jodie, you're not the only one! I haven't met any neighbors who aren't competely excited to have a Whole Foods in their neighborhood. I live just 3 blocks from Whole Foods new location, and everyone I know in my area wants Whole Foods to come. </p>
<p>I am tired of hearing in the media and on this website about how JP residents are against the Whole Foods. I just don't see this as being the truth. I understand some folks don't want it, but I do think they are a vocal minority.</p>
<p>Jodie, you're not the only one! I haven't met any neighbors who aren't competely excited to have a Whole Foods in their neighborhood. I live just 3 blocks from Whole Foods new location, and everyone I know in my area wants Whole Foods to come. </p>
<p>I am tired of hearing in the media and on this website about how JP residents are against the Whole Foods. I just don't see this as being the truth. I understand some folks don't want it, but I do think they are a vocal minority.</p>