Monroe Street Closure On The Brink Of Happening

[dougskiles]

it is a strong possibility I am exploring.

Just let me know when to write the campaign contribution check!

[fsujax]

thanks!!! not quite sure what the new distirct will look like, but soon we will know.

[urbanlibertarian]

Does our mayor have line item veto power?  If so, maybe he could use it on this to give political cover to council members who need it.  You know, the ones who would vote against closure due to constituent pressure, not because they have an axe to grind.

[thelakelander]

I believe the group who wants to see a new road constructed is in the minority.

[Kay]

Well it goes before Council next Tuesday, so we'll find out.

[thelakelander]

I'd also say the majority of Jacksonville residents would be against a mobility fee moratorium that helps developers pocket some extra cash for projects they were already going to do at the expense of taxpayer's pockets.  However, the council approved that 16-0.  So when politics come into play, the final decision isn't always what the majority of the general public desires.

[urbaknight]

I'll bet that Peyton apposed the reopening of Monore because he knew this would happen. I mean look at him, he's one of the biggest road Nazis we have around here. He owns the Gate gas stations. Of course he really wants the street reopened. Well played ***hole, you get your way yet again! And you're not even mayor anymore!

[Tacachale]

I'll bet that Peyton apposed the reopening of Monore because he knew this would happen. I mean look at him, he's one of the biggest road Nazis we have around here. He owns the Gate gas stations. Of course he really wants the street reopened. Well played ***hole, you get your way yet again! And you're not even mayor anymore!

Peyton is against re-opening Monroe Street.

[urbaknight]

I'll bet that Peyton apposed the reopening of Monore because he knew this would happen. I mean look at him, he's one of the biggest road Nazis we have around here. He owns the Gate gas stations. Of course he really wants the street reopened. Well played ***hole, you get your way yet again! And you're not even mayor anymore!

Peyton is against re-opening Monroe Street.

He pulled the reverse psychology strategy.

[Tacachale]

I'll bet that Peyton apposed the reopening of Monore because he knew this would happen. I mean look at him, he's one of the biggest road Nazis we have around here. He owns the Gate gas stations. Of course he really wants the street reopened. Well played ***hole, you get your way yet again! And you're not even mayor anymore!

Peyton is against re-opening Monroe Street.

He pulled the reverse psychology strategy.

Yeah, okay.

[JeffreyS]

Mr. Lumb is on our side

Mr. Sutton:

I agree with you completely and I’m supporting legislation introduced by Don Redman and Lori Boyer that would provide the funds necessary to create a landscaped area instead of rebuilding Monroe Street. Eventually I believe that the area should be developed as a plaza and could be a focal point for a revitalized downtown. The pedestrian traffic and retail development that it would encourage would be a major boost. Reopening Monroe Street makes no sense and could possibly create hazardous traffic conditions.

Robin Lumb

[Tacachale]

Well that's good.

[tufsu1]

several of us have walked the area with Lumb, Boyer, Redmand, Love, and other council members....this personal tour has really helped them understand the issue.

[Charles Hunter]

Did the Arlington Three take that walk?  For some reason Yarborough, Bishop, and Crescimbini are pushing the road.

[tufsu1]

We've talked to Bishop...he refuses to change his mind....Crescimbini is just following Bishop's lead...there may still be hope for Yarborough