Post #498807 by Tom Slick on Sun, Dec 13, 2009 8:24 AM

Problem with preservation is that most cities are only looking to preserve Victorian-esque, The Edwardian Period(1901-1910) or era,(pre WWI) places of interest.

Small businesses, Homes and the likes, built in the 40's-60's are unfortunately NOT on protective agendas like they should be. My personal advice is there should be an advertisement taken out in the local paper to address the issue, maybe local TV news can get the owner's side, since it will be their livelyhood taken away from them, and some strong door-to-door rallying petitions are pretty much the three main things that can save community treasures like this one. Cities HATE media when it interferes with their plans, but it is highly effective. I was one of many, who helped save Florentine Gardens, Hollywood from a County movement to try to enforce eminent domain, to make way for a new Fire Department. Fortunately, Florentine Gardens still stands there today, with all of its historical glory. Media does help to create awareness, and it also generates supporters who sometimes can be super influencial. Goodluck to the current owners. This would be the worst timing to lose an already established business, and that card should be played with the media.

[ Edited by: Tom Slick 2009-12-13 08:28 ]