Committee Needed

At the city council workshop both Robert Brush and Council member Lee Kyriacou and resident Robert Brush concurred that a committee of trained professionals and concerned citizens. The members of this committee would not be offiliated with the government and would be representing the residents of Beacon with the intent of maintaining the aesthetics of our main street while meeting long term needs of low maintenance and safe sidewalks. The idea was to take the time and do it right. Below, Lee Kyriacou let's us know that the clock is ticking. If you can lend a hand on this committee, please post your contact information here.

Robert et al. --

I heard today indirectly that there is a ticking clock on this issue -- the fines for project delay might be several thousand dollars a day. So the time may be ripe for quick action.

Can I suggest that a group of you approach the mayor tomorrow and ask for a group to tour all the trees Main Street (a committee by another name). The group could include citizens -- representing various views heard at council meetings and any resident tree experts (Lou S) -- along with city experts (city engineer, highway department), the mayor and a couple of council members. Over the weekend, you could walk down Main Street together, and inspect what has been done so far, and more importantly, each of the trees marked for removal; they could also learn about what the contract penalties are, and what options there are for the various trees. While the time frame would be tight, the group -- with a deadline imposed by construction penalty delays -- could make recommendations to mayor and council on the very next Monday.

Like most commuters, I am out of town tomorrow on business, but like most citizens, am around on the weekend.

Lee