Work continues on Redux of West Bluff infrastructure to create a more aesthetic and walkable home for all of us. Our streets will be transformed to be safer and more pedestrian friendly. After completion on May 10, we can assess and determine if we have any adjustments to make.
Almost three million dollars is being spent to positively transfigure our neighborhoods! The plan is cutting edge, progressive and solidly done. The transparent approach allowed you, an engaged citizenry, to make it even better.
Our Giant Oak still stands strong in spite of the impact of age and recent high winds. I have asked the Park District to retain the wood as it could be cut into attractive memorabilia pieces. We have lost an apartment building on Roanoke Street to a catastrophic fire. We are fortunate there were no casualties. The other sister structure is deemed unsafe for human occupancy based on the inspection process. It will be going into demolition court. Our challenge is twofold: find an investor to make it safe for occupancy and a credit to our historic neighborhood. We continue to have showings of Washington School and I am optimistic. I will soon call a meeting of the West Main Business Redevelopment Association and acquaint them with the pros and cons of establishing a Special Service District. Already, the businesspeople all along West Main have been meeting with me about some of their exciting plans. We are indeed entering another springtime of hope, for a better future united as One.
It is my high privilege to represent and serve you.