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Written by Pete Theisen
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Saturday, 21 February 2009 17:44 |
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We used to have passenger rail service in Sarasota, years ago, to other cities. I propose that we have passenger (electric) rail service within the city for local trips, and with park and ride lot/structures at the city limits. |
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Connectivity on the Cheap |
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Written by Pete Theisen
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Thursday, 26 February 2009 15:17 |
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We HAVE to have Bayfront Connectivity, right? Otherwise "they" will get you, right? Right! Does it have to cost $50 million, though? I think that we could have all the "Bayfront Connectivity" we wanted with a few phone calls rather than by spending a claimed $50 million for radical changes to the roads. |
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Written by Pete Theisen
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Sunday, 22 February 2009 14:23 |
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Newtown really was new, when it was new. People tell me that the old segregated district was called "Overtown" and the new segregated district was to be called Newtown. Well, segregation is supposed to be over. |
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Written by Pete Theisen
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Sunday, 01 March 2009 11:19 |
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Our high-priced charrette organizer Andrés Duany was obviously fond of the idea of Urban Mixed Use. Trouble is, we have to tear half the town down and unaffordably rebuild according to his plan in order to achieve his holy grail. Or do we? |
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Written by Pete Theisen
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Wednesday, 11 March 2009 13:31 |
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Thanks to everyone who listened to my campaign speeches, and to those who voted for me. Thanks also to those who voted for Paul Caragiulo, whom I supported in the run-off campaign. We will both see you again. Thanks. 
Paul Caragiulo |
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