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Resources
for Local Groups
Here are a few things that can help kick
start local groups that are just starting their battles:
1. Learn local procedures! Become
informed of your local processes in regards to commercial applications
to build stores. Most towns have a Planning board that handles these
types of applications, but every town is different.
2. Were meetings
announced? Make sure your town had
has announced all meetings in a public place and with enough notice.
Most towns announce their public meetings in the local newspapers. They
are required to give notice around 7 days prior to the meetings.
3. Learn about your
council members! Show up to town
council meetings and let them know your concerns. Find out where council
members stand on the issue.
4. Write letters! Write letters to
the editor of your local newspapers. This will inform the town that you
are serious and will help inform other citizens.
5. Hold your own local
meetings! You can often find free
space in your local library. Local union halls also may be willing to
offer meeting space. This is a good way to notify the public about what
is happening and to build a good base for fighting Wal-Mart.
6. Collect Signatures!
Create a petition and go door to door to collect signatures. You may
also be able to stand outside unionized grocery stores in the area. Some
small mom and pop stores may be willing to place the petitions in their
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