Inglewood business owners say new venues are 'choking' their business

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When all the new event venues first began popping up, many small business owners thought business would be booming. However, according to some, that hasn't been the case.

Sunday, November 3, 2024 12:40AMWhen all the new event venues first began popping up, many small business owners thought business would be booming. However, according to some, that hasn't been the case.When all the new event venues in Inglewood first began popping up, many small business owners thought business would be booming."One of my lowest sales days was on Super Bowl Sunday.

Plummer and a group of other small business owners held a press conference Tuesday to share their concerns about the impact of the city's newest developments. They claim the city of Inglewood encourages people to stay away from the area when they anticipate large crowds. "No one is saying we don't want these venues here. What we're saying is plan accordingly," she said. "Do not go on your social media page and tell the City Of Inglewood, 'Do not come to Prairie.' We depend on the traffic on Prairie. Do not tell people do not go to Century. Plan accordingly."

 

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