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Commission OKs First Fridays use of city lot as residents press for Sola fencing removal and clarity on Tailwinds loan
Summary
Antonio Conley won approval to use lots at 7th & Franklin for First Fridays; public speakers also urged removal of fencing at the Sola site and sought clarification on a $2 million forgivable Tailwinds roadway loan.
The Michigan City Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved a request Feb. 9 allowing Buddenpreneurs to use commission-owned lots at 7th and Franklin for a First Fridays nonprofit market and community events, with access to power included.
Antonio Conley, representing Buddenpreneurs, told the commission the program teaches children financial literacy and entrepreneurship: “We basically teach the kids financial literacy…
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