The revitalization of the North Shore business and cultural districts should, in my mind, be of interest to people all over our community. We are too small and tight knit a community for the vast majority of us to think any differently.
We are just about to vote on the proposed North Shore Plan - a document three years in the making, with broad based community input. If you are interested in specific areas of the North Shore, there is likely to be proposals and details in the plan. Feel free to ask any questions.
A very brief and basic summary of what the North Shore Plan attempts to achieve, in my view: a more complete, accessible area. Buildings of increased height on Tranquille Rd from the Overlander Bridge to Fortune Drive, incorporating both residential and commercial, creating a more vibrant street life. Over time, transitioning from the auto malls at the foot of the Overlander bridge, and moving toward restaurants, boutiques, and more "people" places. Green building, crime prevention principles woven throughout.
The new Holiday Inn is being built as we speak. The new "Green" medical building across from the dilapitated Village Hotel is being planned. The Spirit Square public square should be complete by October. And I had a great lunch today at the recently opened Zorba's Greek Restaurant, kitty corner to Cowboy Coffee.
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