Greetings All,
I have done my best to keep up with the posts in the past two weeks and I
believe that there are two distinct outlooks regarding the progress on our
oceanfront. The first outlook is that we should be happy that anything is
happening up there given the more than 20 years of decline and neglect.
This is an understandable position given the failed promises and plans that many
in this community have weathered over the years. The second outlook is
that "just having something happen" is not nearly where the bar should be set to
measure real progress on the oceanfront. This is a very understandable
position as most if not all of us have very high standards in our personal and
professional lives.
I believe that we have to merge these two outlooks as we move
forward. Yes, it is great that something is happening on the boardwalk,
but it simply is not as good as it could be and should be. Consider the
progress that has been made in the downtown area in the past year. When I
moved into my place at 608 Cookman, the bulding across the street from me looked
like a bomb had ripped through it. Within a year it was rebuilt and now
it has four wonderful businesses in it and is partially occupied with
residents upstairs. This is what "real development" looks like. A
property is assessed for its worth and best use, a plan is put in place with a
clear timetable, and the plan is executed.
This has not happened on our oceanfront and we should not settle for this
clear lack of significant progress. "Something" is not
enough when we have the potential for greatness. We deserve the
best.
I hope this is helpful to shape the continuing dialogue.
Peace, Jim Keady
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