Lou Salvio wrote on Sep 28, 2011 7:33 AM:
" For 8 long years, delay and obstruction has been the mantra of New Britain Council Democrats. Mayor Stewart has had to fight tooth and nail for every major effort he has initiated for economic recovery in town. The Costco proposal is no different.
This is a municipal election year so, motivated and emboldened by the personal and negative missions of a tiny fraction of New Britain residents and the selfish ambitions of a few non-resident CCSU professors the obstruction goes on. Rumors are rampant that a couple of Council Dems who are notorious for their obstructionist tactics, have been trying to get Newington to block the proposal.
Never mind that the City could gain $Millions in operating funds for its Parks, close to $.5 Million in tax revenue and hundreds of jobs, some Council Dems are willing to sacrifice this for petty, partisan politics.
The Herald says, "Speaking on behalf of Costco, Joseph M. Montesano, real estate consultant for the super-store, has at times expressed strong dismay at the lack of movement on the proposal.
“This project has gotten a huge amount of media attention. I’ve received five proposals from bordering communities by virtue of this delay. A lot of good prospects are coming out of the woodwork,” he told Common Council members.
A vote on the store by the full council, ... could occur as early as Oct. 12. We urge the public to support council action for this plan, which should satisfy the stated objections of most of the community, and to encourage this opportunity to bring a substantial new taxpayer and good jobs to the city. In these lean economic times, we can ill afford to turn our backs on growth. Nor should we drag our feet in making a final decision.
We could lose a critical step in the city’s redevelopment unless we understand that, truly, time is money."
Excellent advice for all involved!
We urge the public to support the Common Council Resolution on The Costco "B" Plan, item No. 9, being referred to the Planning, Zoning and Housing Committee for further discussion and public hearing; when the Council can vote on a purchase and sales agreement on Costco on its October 12th meeting.
ReplyDeleteCandidate Carmelo Rodriguez has pitch his hat on to the New Britain Republican ticket as candidate for Alderman-Ward 5.
ReplyDeleteHe attended New London High School and graduated in 1987 and signed up for the Army National Guard. Carmelo has been employed by the State of Connecticut Department of Corrections for the past seventeen years.
Born in Puerto Rican Carmelo Rodrguez experience in the community of New Britain has been through his involvement at Embassy Worship Center located on Arch Street in New Britain, where he served on the Executive and Finance Board. He also served as a Commissioner for the New Britain Board of Ethics.
Education and Jobs and no new Taxes are 41-year old Rodriguez's key issues and the cornerstones of his campaign for a seat on the NB Common Council..
ReplyDeleteCarmelo Rodriguez Jr, If we lived in the 5th District of Slater Road in New Britain area, you would have our votes.
Reduced spending, reduced taxes and increased new business generated revenues are what will help New Britain become physically sound again.