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Raymond’s initiative provides vendors with affordable rent, allowing them to continue their livelihoods and maintain a slice of their heritage. Vendors pay as little as ten dollars a day, with some promises of support during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. This effort is designed not only to sustain small businesses but also to preserve memories and cultural heritage.
The Green Hub is more than a marketplace—it's a rebranding of the old market under the ethos of "Reuse, Recycle, and Upcycle," trying to attract a newer generation while honoring the past. Vendors like Uncle Jason and others pride themselves on keeping their traditional trades alive, and many customers, both old and new, have slowly started returning.