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Public Comment
From:ahmad swity <
Sent:Tuesday, January 12, 2021 11:59 AM
To:Public Comment
Subject:Public Comment Designating Little Arabia
Hello, my name is Ahmad Switi and I am an Anaheim resident. I am here to speak out in support of the Little
Arabia Designation. I support the designation because
Designating Little Arabia will bring commerce and tourism into the City of Anaheim - especially since
COVID-19 has affected the business and nightlife of the vibrant corridor. It is time for the City of
Anaheim to officially designate Little Arabia.
Little Arabia’s cultural and economic prosperity encourages further development in the area which will
benefit both the City of Anaheim and the Arab American businesses. It is time for the City of Anaheim
to officially designate Little Arabia.
In supporting this designation, you are making a lasting change in the Arab American immigrant
community and uplifting their small businesses. It is time for the City of Anaheim to officially designate
Little Arabia.
The Arab-American community has contributed to Anaheim’s economy and culture by opening
restaurants, mosques, churches, clothing stores, hair salons, bakeries, and other destinations for those
who wish to experience the Arab culture. It is time for the City of Anaheim to officially designate Little
Arabia.
In supporting the designation, you are supporting the immigrant community and their small businesses.
It is time for the City of Anaheim to officially designate Little Arabia.
There are many cultural and ethnic enclaves across Southern California such as the neighboring Little
Saigon, Koreatown, Little Armenia, and others. These enclaves have contributed to the state’s tourism,
culture, and vibrancy. It is time for the City of Anaheim to officially designate Little Arabia.
Little Arabia is home to hundreds of Arab American businesses which has become a cultural
destination to countless American families from all over Southern California. It is time for the City of
Anaheim to officially designate Little Arabia.
Numerous Little Arabia businesses have closed due to Covid-19 and the new government ordered
shutdowns. Supporting this designation will aid in the City of Anaheim’s economic recovery.
. Thank you for your time and please consider designating Little Arabia.
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