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[quote=Anonymous]In addition to the legacy of the feds redlining and the role of city wide leadership, ANC leaders have a role to play as well.  In Ward 7, we have a farmer's market.  However, our local ANC currently supports plans that would eventually change our current farmer's market into another type of venue.  For example, at the Fields at RFK, when a big event happens there and they claim they need to use the farmer's market space, our farmer's market now is moved to a less desirable location.  The ANC has prioritized supporting big development as opposed to prioritizing greater fresh food options for residents who actually live in the neighborhood, need walkable access, and affordability.

Not everyone wants a Union Market and to be priced out like what has happened before.  However, it's similar to the debate about extending the streetcar in Ward 7.  Even though we have a perfectly good bus system that already exists, some ANC leaders and big development supporters want to spend money on a connection that we don't need as opposed to supporting those who would like greater access to fresh food at a location that is both accessible and affordable.  The issues with the functioning and prioritization of some Ward 7 ANCs need to be addressed.  For instance, our previous ANC commissioner focused much of their energy on making sure fewer cars drove down their street (making traffic worse for others) as opposed to addressing other issues such as food insecurity, access to fresh food, and affordability.  [/quote]

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