Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 10:01AM on page 7 Recommendation/Idea Ensure small businesses that sell nutritious and affordable food in every neighborhood (e.g., groceries, cafés, etc.). 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 10:00AM on page 7 Recommendation/Idea Target support for "minority" owned banks. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:57AM on page 7 Comment Talk to MS [medium size?] organizations and small business owners. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:56AM on page 7 Recommendation/Idea Develop an educational framework for business finance and investment. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:50AM on page 7 Recommendation/Idea Identify vacants and rehab them and use them for start-up business with low beginner budgets. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:38AM on page 6 Comment Spot commercial zoning in residential areas should be aligned with community goals. Don't just focus on commercial corridors. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:34AM on page 6 Question How will you work to align community associations ideas and needs with a business association needs? 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:33AM on page 6 Recommendation/Idea Encourage more grocery stores in the city. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:32AM on page 6 Comment Better promote source line (city SBRC) and existing resources. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:30AM on page 5 Recommendation/Idea Or respond to 311 requests. [Need] 311 prioritization in commercial areas. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:29AM on page 5 Comment Walk-throughs are not consistent, in personal or scheduling. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:28AM on page 5 Question Can this be something that comes from annual tax filings? You would opt into the fund, then if needed, be able to access it. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:15AM on page 5 Comment Improving physical environment could include street pollution (homelessness, loitering, and panhandling are very unattractive). 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:12AM on page 5 Comment Yes, if brick and mortar are supplemented. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:10AM on page 5 Recommendation/Idea These resources exist through multiple agencies (for free), including SBRC, city and state, banks, etc. More organizations offering resources make it too confusing. No need for BASE or another. 0 replies
Public on 01/24/24 Feb 13 2024 at 9:08AM on page 5 Recommendation/Idea BASE Network has been a disappointing disaster. Revise it or remove it. 0 replies
Stephanie Geller Feb 5 2024 at 9:10AM on page 7 Recommendation/Idea The report highlights TREND's successful crowdfunding campaign but does not mention the unique program Baltimore has to help any locally-owned business access capital through grassroots investment crowdfunding. Through the MD Neighborhood Exchange/Crowdfund Baltimore, all locally-owned businesses can access free technical assistance to ensure they can be successful using this important tool. Grassroots investment crowdfunding is such a valuable tool because it offers a triple bottom line, with real benefits for 1) community residents (who can build new assets through very small, accessible investment opportunities), 2) businesses (who not only access needed capital but also solidify ties with customers/community; if local residents take a financial stake in local businesses, then they will patronize and promote those establishments as much as possible), and 3) the overall community (which benefits as local businesses grow and succeed). As such, I urge you to specifically highlight the MD Exchange/Crowdfund Baltimore, and to consider ways to boost their impact (e.g., by creating a fund that could match the $s community members invest in each business). 0 replies
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