While CSX was closing on their Winter Haven site, Pam and I were guests of the FL Bipartisans of Lake Wales.
The meeting was held at the Perkins on SR 60 and about 20- 25 attended. It was a great question asking crowd.
We explained the basics of what we knew and believe it or not pointed out the good as well as the bad with a project this size. Our key point when we've talked to anyone is that, yes, this affects us directly, but it affects everyone in the county in one way or another. As well as the people of the state, with state tax dollars being given to CSX.
One suggestion we heard was why not put this on old mined property south of Mulberry where there are literally thousands of acres, dozens of rail lines, and an abandoned rail yard? We didn't know, but the member who suggested it was going to look into this further.
I guess what is so shocking to me is that most people have no clue where the site is. Most think it's in Eagle Lake or Auburndale. One answer was that if it were so close to Lake Wales, they'd have heard of it.
We did let everyone know that their Lake Wales government is looking out for them. Lake Wales sent a letter to the DCA in support of the county's letter asking for CSX to undergo the DRI process and the review process has come about. They were pleasantly surprised.
If anyone would like to become involved with the FL Bipartisans, I will next week be posting contact info.
Friday, September 28, 2007
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This was a great presentation. It was good to see maps and see where this actually takes place, what roads and communities are affected, etc.
Exactly what should have been put on by CSX when they came to WH.
Very timely presentation - thanks!
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