SAFWAN, Iraq - Yellow lampposts and decorative iron fences line paved walkways through a new covered market area that was officially opened in a dedication ceremony Safwan, Iraq, Feb. 18.
In attendance were Khalof Alsharaa, Basrah Provincial councilman, Safwan Mayor Sabah Mohammad, members of Safwan's town council, Iraqi police and coalition project managers.
The new 100-stall market is expected to fill with stall holders during the next two weeks, relieving congestion in the old market and bringing revenue to the city.
"The new market will make our city better," said Sabah. "The revenue generated from the new market will allow us to reinvest and make further improvements with our community."
One block away, residents walk on the road through the old market shopping for fish, fruits and other goods. They walk through the streets because the sidewalks overflow with makeshift storefronts as there is not enough room for all the vendors.
U.S. Army Civil Affairs officials said that the new $232,000 market, funded by the U.S., will be leased by the city to some of the additional businessmen as well as new vendors.
| Date Taken: | 02.18.2009 |
| Date Posted: | 02.22.2009 08:34 |
| Story ID: | 30292 |
| Location: | SAFWAN, IQ |
| Web Views: | 301 |
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