or no fresh produce, low-fat dairy, whole grains, and other healthy foods, those populations may be more likely to suffer from high rates of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.” (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK208016/)
So, while 99 cent stores may not be thought of as a health food stores, they did provide fruit and other options that will soon not be available to those in the area. What is to be done? You are the new administrator for the City / Town and you just got word of this closing. Take a look at your City / Town you live in now – will that cause a “food desert” in any of the areas? If you don’t have either of these stores, then how is the ability of the residents to have access to grocery stores? What can you do as an admistrator? What should you do? Is this simply a change in business model or an indication of something larger? Are there any non profits in the area that have a focus on this type of issue?
Remember, beyond housing, access to neccesaties is critical to development or in some cases redevelopment.
