This is in response to a criticism about GHP found on the Wayne Independent Website. I thought it was worthy of posting on the Honesdale Online blog. –brian
Support those who support Honesdale
It’s not the job of the GHP (Greater Honesdale Partnership) to get people into the doors of stores in Honesdale. In my opinion the Greater Honesdale Partnership does a great job and exists to bring people to Honesdale. It’s the job of the individual businesses to get people into their stores AND to provide products and services that people want at competitive prices.
Another point that’s important to consider is that although in some cases you may find better deals in the valley, when local non-profits work to raise money for high school student activities or fundraisers for worthy LOCAL HONESDALE projects, the businesses in the valley won’t donate to anything outside of THEIR community.
Side Note: Take a look at those who support Roots & Rhythm Music & Arts Festival. That event has so much community support that everyone should take a second to read who is supporting local projects here in Honesdale. In many cases it’s the same businesses every time for different projects.
See all who sponsored last years event here
Support those who support Honesdale- Shop local when you can!
