Thinking Out Loud
Where do I begin?
As your Mayor my intent is not to change SLO but to enhance and put our best foot forward. Just look at the ugly mess of anything goes building when entering SLO from Hwy 101 onto Marsh St.
The old gas station turned auto repair shop at Carmel & Marsh is now a big white over-sized 3-story building with what appears to be extend into the sidewalk. How did this get approved? Across the street, next to the Victorian home, is another ugly modern style 3-story building. The block of Marsh St has become a hodgepodge of buildings. How did this happen? It's a free for all.
Black buildings began popping up? I would strongly encourage the city color palette be followed. I've been told there's no real enforcement. Why not?
As Mayor or Council Member I will listen to public comments. It takes courage or a serious cause for a person to come forward during public comment. Whether it's one person or a room full of people the council needs to heed concerns and warnings, note what is working and what is appreciated by residents and businesses.
I fully support the movement to Save Our Downtown, its history, architecture, uniqueness and hometown feel. This is what makes SLO a treasurer. I am committed to protecting and preserving our 7,000 acres of Open Space. I do not support motorized bikes in these areas as it would be the first step toward allowing motorcycles which will change the landscape and purpose of the trails.
We are at a serious turning point or maybe it's too late. I say slow down SLO. Take a breath. Look at the future with eyes wide open. Do we have the water to proceed? More people will bring more cars which will create more pollution. If we don't slow down now than when? This is a citywide problem that we all need to be a part of. I welcome the opportunity to lead the discussion. Let's start it now. The next City Council will need to address these issues. Are they ready?
As your Mayor my intent is not to change SLO but to enhance and put our best foot forward. Just look at the ugly mess of anything goes building when entering SLO from Hwy 101 onto Marsh St.
The old gas station turned auto repair shop at Carmel & Marsh is now a big white over-sized 3-story building with what appears to be extend into the sidewalk. How did this get approved? Across the street, next to the Victorian home, is another ugly modern style 3-story building. The block of Marsh St has become a hodgepodge of buildings. How did this happen? It's a free for all.
Black buildings began popping up? I would strongly encourage the city color palette be followed. I've been told there's no real enforcement. Why not?
As Mayor or Council Member I will listen to public comments. It takes courage or a serious cause for a person to come forward during public comment. Whether it's one person or a room full of people the council needs to heed concerns and warnings, note what is working and what is appreciated by residents and businesses.
I fully support the movement to Save Our Downtown, its history, architecture, uniqueness and hometown feel. This is what makes SLO a treasurer. I am committed to protecting and preserving our 7,000 acres of Open Space. I do not support motorized bikes in these areas as it would be the first step toward allowing motorcycles which will change the landscape and purpose of the trails.
We are at a serious turning point or maybe it's too late. I say slow down SLO. Take a breath. Look at the future with eyes wide open. Do we have the water to proceed? More people will bring more cars which will create more pollution. If we don't slow down now than when? This is a citywide problem that we all need to be a part of. I welcome the opportunity to lead the discussion. Let's start it now. The next City Council will need to address these issues. Are they ready?