Mayor Buddy Dyer of the City of Orlando attended a community cookout but residents were left disheartened as he made a quick exit.
The Z.L. Riley Park in Parramore, Orlando was built in town known for it’s sub standard living conditions and crime, is part of a restoration project.
Organizers, Pathways for Parramore and radio station Star 94.5 started work at 7.30am this morning as the mayor arrived for the opening cermny a few minutes past 11am.
He was greeted with applause, cheers and a hug from Star’s Monica May. He took to the stage to make a short speech and smile for photographs for the grand opening.
Residents were surprised as the mayor left before the children’s choir had begun n the chorus to their first song
Community Comeback
One resident claimed it’s was not uncommon for government officials to “…give there two cents and leave.” Miss Thomas said she was angered by the way the people in Parramore are “…often disregarded.”
Contributors to the cookout included war veterans and local food venders. J.R Atkins a veteran from the RAFMAN foundation believes”The community needs jobs not just pretty parks.”
But many of the parents are happy for a safe environment for their children.
“They need to listen to the people.” (J.R Atkins) The mayor left before the food, music and good sprits of a harden community could be seen.
It was just another day in the office for him.
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