“We didn’t expect any breaks. We just followed our dreams.”

“There have been plenty of sacrifices along the way but we’ve prospered and moved to a bigger space. It would never even dawn on us to ask for subsidies of any kind. Regardless of what some people say, the pie is only so big…and the pieces will just get smaller.”

Bethany Kahl Anderson, co-owner along with her mom Diane Pointer Kahl, Post and Pillar, 5 years

Bethany Kahl Anderson, co-owner along with her mom Diane Pointer Kahl, Post and Pillar, 5 years

URGENT Contact the Mayor and City Council now and let them know you oppose this powerful government intervention into the free market. The next vote for the Promenade is scheduled at City Hall on Tuesday evening, November 30, 1999, at 6:15 pm.

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“Life isn’t always fair, government should be.”

“We built our business with our own energy, effort and financial risk. None of us expected any special breaks from our fellow taxpayers. We welcome the Promenade or any retailer with the courage to take the same risks. Let’s keep the playing field level.”

Victor Becks, Becks Florist in business in Peoria for over 65 years

Victor Becks, Becks Florist in business in Peoria for over 65 years

URGENT You have one day left! The Council will vote on the Promenade tommorow night at City Hall at 6:15 pm. Call your Mayor and City Council today — or plan to attend tommorow night’s Council meeting and let your voice be heard.

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“We should have our tax dollars supporting our schools…not the Promenade.”

“I’ll be the first to admit that I love to shop, and I’m happy to see the retail options in Peoria continue to improve and expand. But there’s a long list of items in Peoria deserving our tax dollars. Giving new retailers an unfair advantage over those who have given so much of themselves to the growth of our community is not one of them”

Julie Carnahan, Mom, Wife, Taxpayer

URGENT Today is the day! The City Council will vote on the Promenade tonight at City Hall 6:15 pm. Call the Mayor and City Council now — or come tonight to City Hall and let your voice be heard!

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“Where At City Hall Do You Go To Sign Up For Millions In Tax Subsidies? We’d Like To Know.”

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