That would not only be worthy, but a noble cause. I say, let's do both!
--- In AsburyPark@yahoogroups.com, "wernerapnj" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> I'm reading, with interest and sadness, the mission being put forth
> to "Save the Wonder Bar". Again, the point is missed, as it was
> during Save Tillie, Save The Pony, Save The Palace, Save The
> Baronet....Save XXXX...
>
> The only thing that will save a property in the WRA is to rezone the
> site via an amendment to the plan. The only thing short of a
> declaration of "Local Landmark" by the governing body that matters is
> the land use and zoning plan of WRA documents.
>
> What a sad state of affairs that the cultural legacy and economic
> tools of Asbury Park are only afforded cursory requests to "Save"
> them. They are only in need of saving by virtue of a bad plan that
> ignores their econimic potential to contribute to a future Asbury
> Park.
>
> They need saving because there was no planning to make them part of
> the future. Isn't the Wonder Bar part of the heritage and cultural
> fabric of Asbury Park? A cultural and entertainment asset that
> deserves the new lease on life it has been given?
>
> The petition should be to amend the redevelopment plan to exclude the
> Wonder Bar from condemnation. Oh, but some would say it can be
> relocated. Would it still be the Wonder Bar? Could you sit in the
> shadow of a National Historic site, Convention Hall? Could you look
> out over green parkland?
>
> Authenticity is the issue. A copy, interpretation, or facsimily would
> be worth less then the original. Yes Save the Wonder Bar, change the
> redevelopment plan, exclude it from condemnation.
>
> Werner
>
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