http://ucreview.com/ucd-unveils-phillys-first-parklet-ah-at-the-park-p2902-1.htm
"University City, like much of Philadelphia, has an unmet demand for
pedestrian amenities," said Bergheiser. "Our pedestrian counts
throughout the neighborhood grow and grow and we must keep pace. We are
pleased to demonstrate that there are simple and low cost solutions to
this growing demand for the infrastructure of walkability."
What a crock of "green" bullshit. Parklets are an expansion of seating
for an upscale eatery on the taxpayer's dime. Local eateries have long
known that they must stay loyal and serve the district to get their
upscale cookies. Where oh where will the next parklet appear?
Now the cycle is completed...
Ten years ago, they offered dog and pony shows to the public when they
first demanded Clark Park. They didn't get their way with local
peasants. Over the years, transparency and inclusion were REDEFINED as
secret deals with civic associations, like the hotel deal and SHCA. And
now, "parklets" just appear without notice, as partnerships between
Penn, Blackwell, and Parks and Recreation. No need for the charade or
civic associations anymore!
For those of you who remember the fundamentals of a republic, you will
recognize that the plutocracy has fully arrived. (Don't worry, I won't
tell the thoughtpolice about your history crime.) Some of us banned
from UCNeighbors tried to warn the anointed that their illusion of power
would disappear rapidly and there was no going back once we got to this
point!
At least we're getting rid of the Oldies with their parking issues.
Hahaha, UCD is going to wipe out the Oldies of the SHCA, who can't
afford limo drivers. The irony is pretty hilarious now that the civic
association leaders are car driving old farts-haha!
On 8/5/2011 6:48 PM, Linda wrote:
About the "parklets":
http://www.westphillylocal.com/2011/08/02/phillys-first-parklet-at-43rd-and-baltimore/#comments
-linda
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On Aug 5, 2011, at 6:32 PM, Karen Allen wrote:
I was riding past the Green Line this afternoon and saw the parking
spaces on the 43rd Street side blocked off with sawhorses and the
cars replaced with tables and chairs.
What's up with that?
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