I lifted this from Bill at Center City Committee blog for all of us who enjoy the beauty of these hanging flower baskets everyday. I would like to suggest that everyone get their $5. annual LDNA dues to Greg at the April meeting so we can make a contribution to keeping this small bit of beauty alive and well downtown.
For several years now, the City has paid for installation of hanging flower baskets and their care in the Downtown. The flowers benefit the downtown by adding to the street ambience and help in promoting local business and retail efforts. However, due to budget constraints, the City will no be able to continue this annual $13,600. cost without help. The City will continue its commitment to the installation and removal of the baskets, but the cost of the plants for the 140 baskets, which are installed in early spring, will be difficult to cover. The Center City Committee has agreed to be a $250.00 sponsor, but a lot of other donations are needed as well. Anyone interested in helping is asked to contact Anne Barton or Diane Tradd at the Department of Planning & Development. 978-446-7200.
One response to “Dressing up the downtown”