As noted here several weeks ago, several L.A. farmers' markets are threatened by the imposition of permit fees that had previously been waived year-round.
The matter remains unresolved; city council action is scheduled for June 8. In the meantime, friends of the L.A. markets have been trying to spread the word and alert market patrons of the need to contact members of the city council and share their support for continued fee waivers. UCLA students have been among those protesting the fees at the Westwood market, which is a resource for many students who live in the neighborhood surrounding the UCLA campus.
For a sample letter and council contact information, please see our original post. It's not too late to make your voice heard and to support the markets.
Posted to Social Action by Lisa, May 29, 2005 10:47 PM