For those who haven’t as yet been here or are unable to come, the market has been visited by over 800 people so far and I understand its busiest time is still to come. We are receiving many positive comments. There is certainly a buzz in the air and, for a change, it seems positive. […]
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Councillor sees shutdown as opportunity
The following article appeared in the December 9 edition of the Guelph Tribune: City councillor Ian Findlay is sympathetic to the concerns of Guelph Farmers’ Market vendors, but says their current crisis should be regarded as an opportunity. “This does present opportunity for broad community discussion,” Findlay said in response to questions about the uncertainty […]
Guelph Market – Information
Here are the documents you requested: Staff Kleinfeldt Report Farmers Market~Sept 28 2010 Kleinfeldt Report Farmers Market~Nov 26 2010
Most Farmers' Market vendors to be accommodated within City Hall
Most Farmers’ Market vendors—including many meat and all produce vendors—will be able to sell their products in City Hall while roof repairs are undertaken to the market building at the corner of Gordon Street and Waterloo Avenue. This update comes after more work by City staff to keep the market under one roof and accommodate […]
Guelph Market – Information and Communications
This email is to provide the Mayor and Council with a Summary Chronology of Actions taken to respond to Structural Assessments: Guelph Market (June-Dec) This email is to also advise you that we are releasing the Structural Assessment to all members of Council and the public. Guelph Farmers Market Project – Chronology June 10 Initial […]
Farmers Market Update
I would like to share the latest information with you. Everyone has heard of the challenges the produce vendors will face if placed outside. A few things have occurred today: – we have determined a way to bring everyone that will be at the alternate market inside the City Hall building. – produce vendors will […]
Guelph’s Farmers’ Market relocated to new location while market building undergoes repair
The Guelph Farmers’ Market building at the corner of Gordon Street and Waterloo Avenue is now closed until repairs to its roof are complete. Public safety continues to be of paramount importance to the City of Guelph. Based on a recent structural assessment of the building, the City of Guelph—which owns the farmers’ market facility—is […]
Market re-location
First, I understand the city’s decision concerning the market, and fully support the swift action. I also like the idea of keeping the market downtown and close to its past and future location. What bothers me is the decision about who gets inside, who gets left outside, and who gets left out completely. I fail […]
Guelph Farmers’ Market may be moved to old transit garage
The following article appeared in the December 7 edition of the Guelph Mercury: The Guelph Farmers’ Market will be moved for at least the next 10 weeks to a transit garage south-west of downtown, city officials are expected to announce today. The weekly market will be displaced while workers repair the building’s roof, which city engineers last week said was […]