To: Gerding Edlen developers
Central Co-Op Belongs at the Capitol Hill Light Rail!
Our community deserves good food AND good jobs. That's why we support Central Co-Op for the new development at the Capitol Hill light rail station. With good jobs that start at more than $15/hr, consumer ownership, organic food, and strong local roots, Central Co-Op aligns with our community's values.
Why is this important?
The developer of the proposed retail and housing development that surrounds the new light rail station in Capitol Hill is currently trying to recruit a Portland-based, non-union grocer called "New Seasons Market" to fill its space. Central Co-Op is better suited to fill the space as it originated in the Capitol Hill neighborhood, but the developer will not hear the co-op's requests to fill the space. Sign the petition to stand with workers in support of local businesses that share our values!