Free film screening: Walmart-The High Price of Low Cost-

The proposed Walmart at Suburban Plaza (intersection of N. Decatur and Scott Blvd. in Decatur) got this far by moving under the radar.  Now many are beginning to voice their concern and opposition: traffic, destruction of local businesses, net job loss, removal of money from the community, exploitation of workers, shift of tax burden (health care, etc.) to local taxpayers.  Here are four opportunities to learn more, express your opinion and connect with others:

1.     Film Tues., Dec. 6

2.     Public Hearing on Parking Variance Wed., Dec. 14

3.     Contact Info for writing to DeKalb Commissioners

FILM SHOWING:

Walmart: The High Cost of Low Price

A Robert Greenwald Film

Tuesday, December 6, 7:30 pm

PushPush Theater

121 New Street, Decatur 30030

404-377-6332

Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price is the documentary film sensation that's changing the largest company on earth. The film features the deeply personal stories and everyday lives of families and communities struggling to survive in a Wal-Mart world. It's an emotional journey that will challenge the way you think, feel... and shop.

Released simultaneously in theaters and DVD in November 2005, the film has been seen by millions worldwide. Families, churches, schools, and small busineses owners have screened the film over 10,000 times and the world is taking notice. See the film, share it, and become part of the movement forcing companies to act responsibly.

For more information: slkeith@yahoo.com

PUBLIC HEARING:

Wed., Dec. 14, 1 pm, Maloof Auditorium at 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur.

DeKalb County Zoning Board of Appeals

Public hearing on parking variance sought by Selig Enterprises for Walmart at Suburban Plaza

At a previous neighborhood meeting, Selig Enterprises stated that no zoning changes are required for them to build a Walmart to Suburban Plaza.  The only change needed is approval for a parking plan with fewer than the required number of parking spaces.

WRITE YOUR COMMISSIONERS:

Every DeKalb resident has 2 commisioners: a district commisioner (Jeff Rader represents District 2 around Suburban Plaza) and a Super Commissioner (Kathie Gannon represents "Super District”  6 which is the western half of DeKalb, including Suburban Plaza). To check who your commissioners are, go to

http://web.co.dekalb.ga.us/voter/locator.asp

Rader's and Gannon's contact info:

District 2 Commissioner Jeff Rader: jrader@dekalbcountyga.gov 404-371-2863

Super District 6 Commissioner Kathie Gannon kgannon@dekalbcountyga.gov 404-371-4909