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<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>Dear
Neighbors,</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial
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<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>It is with much
regret that I am passing on the final closing date for the A&P.
Saturday, February 7, 2009 will be the last day of business for the local
grocery store. On behalf of the Fleetwood Neighborhood Association, I
would like to wish the employees of the A&P the best of luck.
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<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>Many people have
contacted me and asked me - What do we DO? Frankly, there's a lot we can
do to get through this transition time. Ms. Derbin, one of our members,
thought a carpool would be a great way to help our community. Many of us
have neighbors that are elderly or disabled. Many of us ARE elderly or
disabled. If you drive, and are going to the store, take a few minutes and
knock on the door of your elderly neighbor. Tell them - "I'm going to the
store - can I pick something up for you?" or even, work out a time when you can
go to the store together. I know we're all busy. I know it's hard to
schedule a time to "go to the store"...but a lot of us go at a certain time on a
certain day, give or take an hour or special occasion. Taking someone to
the store doesn't really take a lot of time away from our lives - and what it
adds in improving your quality of life, and the quality of lives around you, is
priceless. I urge all of you, all of us, to take the time to find a
neighbor, and help them out. With the weather getting worse, and ice on
the way, it's the perfect time for our community to show its true spirit and
band together. </FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>I would also like to
take this time to point out that Meateria is now stocking grocery items.
Milk, Eggs and the like are available along with their usual fare. In addition
to regular and fancy deli fare, breads can be purchased at Antonee's Deli - not
only Italian bread and rolls, but loaves of whole wheat for sandwiches and
toast. In addition, frozen pastas and sauces are available.
Obviously, produce can be purchased at Ben Nat, along with milk, juice, syrups,
spices and baking items. </FONT></SPAN></DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial
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<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>This is a truly
challenging time our community faces - and it will prove our mettle for us to
persevere - lend a hand, drive a neighbor to the store, or pick up some
groceries for someone - we can do this!</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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size=2></FONT></SPAN> </DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>In other news, Mayor
Young and his administration are happy to announce that the community is invited
to participate in the development of a "Comprehensive Plan". (Formerly
known as "Master Plan") Since there hasn't been a plan for Mount Vernon
since 1967 (which, as Commissioner Williams mentioned, was before Man walked on
the Moon...) it is high time to draft a blueprint for our city for the new
century. Community surveys will be handed out in strategic places, as well
as be available online at <A
href="http://www.cmvny.com">www.cmvny.com</A>. When they get an electronic
version, I'll also put one on our website...Fill it out and turn it in - your
thoughts, opinions and needs will be taken into consideration. Members of
the community are welcome to join the committee for the Master Plan - I know we
have some members who will be signing up for that! This is truly a way to
help chart a new course for our city - fill out your survey soon!
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<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>Don't Forget to
Vote!! Today only! Until 9pm!!</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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size=2></FONT></SPAN> </DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial size=2>Thanks
everyone,</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial
size=2></FONT></SPAN> </DIV>
<DIV><SPAN class=485571021-27012009><FONT face=Arial
size=2>Suzie</FONT></SPAN></DIV></BODY></HTML>