Urban Transformation Minister Invites Woods Pond Vendors to Meeting
By Cory Wayland
Vendors at Woods Pond were paid a personal visit on Tuesday by Minister of Social and Urban Transformation, Rawdon Turner, who extended a formal invitation to a scheduled meeting on Monday, June 2, at the Ministry of Social and Urban Transformation.
The visit facilitated what Turner described as “frank and fruitful discussions” about the current state of the vendor area.
“I appreciate their openness and willingness to engage in solutions that can benefit everyone.” Turner wrote in a statement on Facebook.
The upcoming meeting is expected to continue the collaborative discussions and explore actionable steps for improving the Woods Pond vending space and enhancing its management.
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