Murals and Devastation down on Second Street

Here's an article about the Latina goddess mural down on Second and Thomas Streets. It's one of today's photos, thanks to Raine Walker. The mural narrowly escaped being part of the Second Street devastation, by about 25 feet or so.

Today's other photo is the gaping hole left behind by the now-complete leveling of the north side of the 200 block of W. Second Street. Ugggh, reminds me of dental surgery. Thanks to Richard for documenting this very sad chapter in the Pomona decision making process. I am trying my best to be on board with this new project, but I can't ignore this sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach.

Is anyone keeping a running tally of all the small businesses put out on the street by either the City of Pomona or the school district? Given that our only health club and only movie theater were among them, I'm thinking the overall list might be quite long.

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Yesteryears Lives On

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Originally uploaded by Brian's Pictures 2007

In case you missed it, Reader Brian shared photos of a minature version of the late Yesteryear's building on Second Street. The Yesteryear's building has been felled by the wrecking ball in the name of the Great Wall of Pomona, other wise known as the Downtown Pomona Revitalization. Hopefully Brian will log back in and give us the back story on this mini structure.

Btw, given how many condo projects are being halted in neighboring towns, anyone know if Pomona has more than verbal assurance that Watts Genton will build in a timely manner no matter what happens with the economy?

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