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In recent days, rumors and comments have flown concerning  a possible location for a new Trader Joe’s at the corner of West Friendly Avenue and Hobbs Road. As part of the “Pro-Trader Joe’s” initiative, our emails have concerned positive growth in a town that needs a boost.

Property owners of the proposed location have communicated a desire to cooperate with the developer. They initiated the conversation, and it seems they have every right to sell their property. They agree Trader Joe’s is a good fit with our town. So do we.

Mixed-use development can work, when done thoughtfully. The detractors say it will be noisy and too trafficked.

We happen to live with a medical center and the Weaver Business Center at our back door. This has been a very positive fit for our community.

The Weaver Center is a great neighbor. Unlike past residential neighbors, they do not host loud, all-night parties, or allow dogs to bark until the wee hours. The business adjacent to us is clean, considerate and responsive to any requests.

Trader Joe’s, please come to our city. We need good corporate citizens like you.

Cynthia Adams
Don Adams
Greensboro