Message The Council MembersÂ
Tell them to intervene and place this initiative on the ballot.
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We can't do this without you!
Right now, you're witnessing a true grassroots movement, a community-driven effort to create a better path forward for our city and breathe new life into downtown Clearwater.
Our first task is to protect South Garden Avenue. An hour before it was going to be sold to the Church of Scientology, citizens stepped in and stopped the deal—but the threat remains. Unless we act now, the street remains vulnerable to being taken by the institution that already owns more than 75% of the downtown core.Â
Our current mission is simple: keep South Garden Avenue in the hands of the people and secure it permanently by building a memorial garden and heritage trail that honors Clearwater’s African American community and the general history of our downtown. Let's be clear. This isn’t about being against anyone (our movement is not anti-Scientology), it’s about preventing the unnecessary expansion of one institution at the expense of the citizens.
That’s why we are announcing the #SaveTheGarden petition to change the city charter and require voter approval before any downtown street can be given away. With your help, we can protect our streets, preserve our history, and reawaken the heart of Clearwater.
👉 Sign the petition in person at the East Community Library.
Together, we can secure South Garden Avenue forever.
With gratitude,
Brooks Gibbs
#SaveTheGarden
P.S.: After we are able to secure the street for public control, with the city's approval, we intend to create a memorial garden as well as a mile-long memory lane for the citizens to enjoy. CLICK HERE to learn more about our vision.
