The New Tropical Foods Project
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The New Tropical Foods ProjectSetting the record straight… | 
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We are proud to bring a new supermarket to our community, it is the first major private investment in Dudley Square in 40 years. 
 - 55% of all construction hours worked have been by minority workers. 
 - The projected average hourly wage: $35/hr. 
 - For 21 consecutive weeks, our BRJP* numbers have improved. 
 - We are at 36% Boston residents and on our way toward the target of 51%. 13% of our workers hours are from walk on workers (All Boston residents). 
 - We have a long history as an anchor in the community – providing staple food items, offering community jobs and assisting countless local organizations.

 


 
 
