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« Reply #15 on: September 21, 2008, 07:22:36 PM » |
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It looks bad now but so does any construction in the early phases. The alternative of doing nothing would not be beneficial. It will be finished and beautiful soon. I did say that I can't wait til it's done....however, this is yet another sore spot with many Springfield residents...another issue in which we feel our voices were ignored.....so yeah, it's beginning to sound like the spar forum... |
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« Reply #16 on: September 21, 2008, 09:01:42 PM » |
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You're joking right? I think you should be the first to apply to replace one of the ousted VOLUNTEER board members. I'm sure your positive attitude would contribute so much more to the organization than any of the current members possibly could. Spar is so worried about bad press getting out that it will attack it's own residents and neighbors, then put their hand out begging for money....lovely. The whole board should be replaced, a recall should be held and the truth should and will come out....
Stephen you should PM me I have a great story for YOU!
Well Springfield Girl I am sure many would step forward if they thought they stood a fair chance, but that has already been proven false? This is typical of what we hear from board members on the SPAR forum board. Volunteering is very important, I would even say the world could come to a stop if not for volunteers, BUT that does not mean volunteers do not have a duty to do a good job. Being a volunteer does not let you off the hook, you should still be accountable, you should still do a good job, in fact I would go so far as to say you should do an outstanding job (if you felt strongly enough to volunteer in the first place), and if you feel you shouldn't then you need to ask yourself WHY you are volunteering in the first place. Volunteer and make it count! |
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« Reply #17 on: September 23, 2008, 07:10:01 AM » |
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Nice! nothing better than seeing Pawn Shops bite the dust on Main St. Maybe it will reopen some place far away!
Eehhh... I don't think this reflects growth -- Springfield can't even keeps its pawn shops. |
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"And what is fear of need but need itself? Is not dread of thirst when your well is full, the thirst that is unquenchable?" Kahlil Gibran
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« Reply #18 on: September 23, 2008, 07:23:58 AM » |
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OMG. I've been away over a year and Main between 7th and 8th still looks the same.
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« Reply #19 on: September 23, 2008, 07:50:03 AM » |
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With road construction and the blocking of several intersections right now, don't expect much to change in the short term.
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« Reply #20 on: September 23, 2008, 08:29:38 AM » |
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Well it isnt the first time a block of road construction hurt the businesses. How much longer? A year seems awefully long.
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'As a sinner I am truly conscious of having often offended my Creator and I beg him to forgive me, but as a Queen and Sovereign, I am aware of no fault or offence for which I have to render account to anyone here below.' Mary, queen of Scots to her jailer, Sir Amyas Paulet; October 1586
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« Reply #21 on: September 29, 2008, 10:13:03 AM » |
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We live downtown on Adams St now and are preparing to move to Springfield around 7th and Main. Never been so excited to make a move! There is unimaginable potential for this area and I hope people see this. I am proud to live in such a historic beautiful area, and will do whatever it takes to keep it that way. How can I get involved and help??
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« Reply #22 on: September 29, 2008, 10:56:58 AM » |
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Keaki, I look forward to having someone with your enthusiasm as a neighbor! I suggest you stop by the SPAR office at 1321 Main St., introduce yourself to Louise, Kristen, Bev, Don and Jocelyn, and let them know how you'd like to help. I'm sure there are opportunities!
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keaki
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« Reply #23 on: September 29, 2008, 07:01:25 PM » |
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Sure! One reason we are moving from Adams st, is they just don't care. We were so excited about moving downtown and living in a historic building. We even offered to fix up the back alley patio to make it more enjoyable, but no...so it is full of garbage! thanks for the welcome and we are ready to dig in!!
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« Reply #24 on: September 29, 2008, 07:20:24 PM » |
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Glad to have you onboard, Keaki...Springfield is indeed, a fantastic neighborhood! You might to also check out http://www.sparcouncil.org/forums/ |
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