Chuck Repke is right to point out that owning the property gives the City the most control over future development. I think he also pointed out the City has no money to buy the property. That is one big reason the City made some big mistakes by giving away a couple hundred million dollars with not really a whole lot to show for it. The City could and should own this property. That also goes for the Hamm Brewery, Union Depot and many other sites. Not only does it give the public control, but would also expedite development.
As far as assuring that developments happen with the long term interests in mind...get the specific commitments from the developers before they control begin and before any commitments from the City. After that will be too late. John Mannillo Downtown and Highland Park _____________________________________________ To Join: St. Paul Issues Forum Rules Discussion Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ____________________________________________ NEW ADDRESS FOR LIST: [email protected] To subscribe, modify subscription, or get your password - visit: http://www.mnforum.org/mailman/listinfo/stpaul Archive Address: http://www.mnforum.org/mailman/private/stpaul/
