So, they arent acknowledging the folks who live in the proposed area, not admitting that they are aware they are trying to develop a community that is predominantly non-white (and in poverty). But, when trying to get folks to gentrify Kalamazoo, this is what youll find on Downtown Kalamazoo website, asking for new people to live in Edison and parts of Vine: Live in Southtown: Here in South Town youll find one of the most interesting mixes of neighborhoods and people, business establishments, and gathering places in Kalamazoo. Like a spicy gumbo, it has a little of this and a little of that. Once the citys most populated neighborhood, in some ways it still holds onto its roots as a solid working-class neighborhood. Kalamazoos reputation as The Celery City had a lot to do with the celery farms on the districts edge in the beginning. But like so much in Central City, South Town is defined as much by what it has become as what it was. To prove a point, take a midday stroll through South Town. After taking in the surroundings, you could plan an evening around dinner and a show, just minutes from each venue. You might even run into the self-appointed Mayor of South Town. At his shoe store he can steer you to anything from a hair stylist to a tax specialist. Or help you find your way back to the elegant new campus of Bronson Methodist Hospital. Its a district full of flavor. Whether you like it mild, medium, or spicy. The spice they are referring to made their presence known tonight. Cricket cricket. This is messed up!
Posted on: Wed, 21 Jan 2015 03:54:58 +0000
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