The Gospel Truth Magazine April 2020 | Page 14

Churches Oppose “Pay By The Hour” Hotel Seeking To Build In The Heart Of The Community The Alladin Hotel, known for seedy, pay by the hour hotels, has initiated the process to build a 45 room hotel at 7300 NW 27th Ave. These types of hotels are known for prostitu- tion, crime, drugs, human trafficking and all sorts of unsavory activities. The Gospel Truth is strongly opposing this project as we cannot allow our communities to continuously be de- valued by others who wish to make money at the expense of the quality of life for children, seniors and families. in transition as several welcomed commercial establishments and housing developments have been built several blocks south of the site in recent years. This progress will turn backwards if this type of business is allowed to move forward. As always, our communities are only as strong as the commitments of those who are in a position to positively impact them. We will keep the community posted on the efforts to stop this project as your support and par- The response from the churches and com- ticipation is crucial to success. This project munity groups who have expressed outrage is located in District 2 which is well represent- at the prospect of this hotel at this location ed by Commissioner Jean Monestime. has been very significant. This community is