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REDI held a Community Forum and Action on July 26, 2007. REDI Community Forum and Action - July 26th
REDI LogoSAVE THE DATE!

REDI's Community Forum
July 26
, 6:00 PM

Dear Community Member,

Richmond Equitable Development Initiative (REDI) cordially invite you to attend a very special event on Thursday evening, July 26 at the Richmond Auditorium.

Community Members Mapping a Better RichmondThe REDI Community Forum and Action is an opportunity for Richmond residents, workers, and their allies to come together to advocate for specific development strategies that benefit low-income residents and communities of color.

REDI's community leaders are excited to share ideas on how the General Plan can improve the lives for all residents and foster stronger communities in Richmond.
  • Learn about ways Richmond can increase the amount of AFFORDABLE HOUSING from Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN) members
  • Hear about COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP from ACORN members
  • Discover how to improve PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION and advocate for ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE from Communities for A Better Environment (CBE) members
  • Ma'at Youth Academy will express their ideas on YOUTH EMPLOYMENT and JOB TRAINING for Richmond residents
Event Info:
The Richmond Memorial Convention Center Reception Room
403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond

***SAVE THE DATE***
July 26, 2007
Program begins at 6:00PM
Reception with Refreshments begins at 5:00

For more information about the Richmond Equitable Development Initiative call us at 510-839-9510 or email us at RichmondREDI@gmail.com

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Richmond News via RP&E

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