with segregation and displacement through eminent domain. Some residents don’t consider Fair Park as South Dallas at all. Despite the history of disinvestment in the area, local business owners and community leaders are excited about a new and improved Fair Park.
Brian Luallen, CEO of Fair Park First, said while he’s mostly heard positive reactions from the community members, he understands Lawson’s and others’ trepidation. Nicole Sternes, co-owner of Southside Steaks and Cakes, a vendor at the State Fair, said Fair Park needs the money and the renovations. Sternes said she’s heard residents opine that money should go into neighborhoods instead, but that’s not the focus right now..
“There’s a need in that area for whatever investment is available,” Browne said. “It’s been long-awaited for the city to invest in South Dallas, and this is an innovative way to do it that’s not burdensome on residents.”
Ahem.
Where did our rona money go to?