Blue Bamboo support

Speaking as a Blue Bamboo facilitator, he said the organization gives voice to many groups, noted 60% of productions come from other organizations, and asked that Blue Bamboo at least be allowed to keep the first floor.

A former Delaware arts-grant evaluator praised the presentation and said a lease amendment would be needed for the city to manage leasing, emphasizing that collaboration on scheduling is the path forward.

A UCF student who attends the Thursday-night jams asked that Blue Bamboo stay, saying the location near UCF is the closest jam session for young musicians.

A Winter Park citizen said merchants along Park Avenue support the music venue and that hotels are asked daily where to hear live music nearby.

He recommended a 'fiscal blend' — second floor commercial, third floor nonprofit — calling the site a keystone gateway for the city.

A Winter Park resident and 15-year member of a performing group said she felt Flowers had been ambushed and that the venue benefits her well-being and local businesses.