An artist sent in the following commentary on the outcome of that debate.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
From The Pencil: River Front Development
The anticipated decommissioning of the River Road sewer treatment plant opens up a spectacular portion of Middletown's riverfront for development. At the most recent Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, there was a debate between some who want to do a detailed, community inclusive, "larger study" before making any decisions, and others who want to "get something done."
An artist sent in the following commentary on the outcome of that debate.
An artist sent in the following commentary on the outcome of that debate.
Great cartoon. After Middletown
ReplyDeletesquandered it's riverfront by having Route 9 pass along the river
with some greedy merchands disregarding motorists safety and specifying that there be traffic
lights to stop motorists and bring them into their shops, Middletowns
waterfront has been at a premium.
Throw in a leased restaurant property and Wesleyan taking rights
for their crew team, residents
are left with about 100 feet of
boardwalk. This town doesn't even have it's own public boat launch. Recently we allowed a powerplant to gooble up another prime piece of
real estate on River Road. My only hope is that when the sewer plant leaves that the site is developed for all residents to enjoy not just a few luxury condo owners.
Great cartoon and spot on comment!
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