Comments for The Parkie http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog One Interactive Community Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:09:05 -0700 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9 hourly 1 Comment on NEPNA Traffic Circulation Plan Ballot Results by Sandi Holtzclaw http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=600&cpage=1#comment-2396 Sandi Holtzclaw Mon, 19 Jul 2010 10:09:05 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=600#comment-2396 My thanks to Darren & the team for all their hard work. I'm sorry this measure didn't pass but I'm hopeful that more people became aware of the blog/meetings/emails. I think this will be helpful any future endeavors. Again, thanks to the team for their time & effort. Sandi My thanks to Darren & the team for all their hard work. I’m sorry this measure didn’t pass but I’m hopeful that more people became aware of the blog/meetings/emails. I think this will be helpful any future endeavors. Again, thanks to the team for their time & effort.

Sandi

]]> Comment on NEPNA Traffic Circulation Plan Ballot Results by Deborah Gibbens http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=600&cpage=1#comment-2383 Deborah Gibbens Sun, 18 Jul 2010 22:17:14 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=600#comment-2383 This is unfortunate. I agree with the first comment that people are nervous. On one hand, it is a good time to build because of low prices and available labor, but on the other hand, it is difficult to commit to a big project with so much unknown. I just wish that we had the chance to look for grants and other money sources because I like the sidewalk plan. I doubt that a vote for the special assessment would have passed. Best, Deborah This is unfortunate. I agree with the first comment that people are nervous. On one hand, it is a good time to build because of low prices and available labor, but on the other hand, it is difficult to commit to a big project with so much unknown.

I just wish that we had the chance to look for grants and other money sources because I like the sidewalk plan. I doubt that a vote for the special assessment would have passed.

Best,
Deborah

]]> Comment on NEPNA Traffic Circulation Plan Ballot Results by Jon and Nancy Crawfurd http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=600&cpage=1#comment-2382 Jon and Nancy Crawfurd Sun, 18 Jul 2010 21:59:47 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=600#comment-2382 Darren and Team, Sorry to hear that the plan did not pass and we are back to square one. Thank you very much for your diligence on behalf of the Northeast Park Neighborhood. We are all nervous over the economy, and perhaps the vote suffered from our collective anxiety. That being said, we find it exceptionally encouraging to see volunteers willing to tackle difficult issues for the benefit of all. It’s the kind of hard work that made this a great country, and we’re very appreciative of your leadership. Cordially, Jon and Nancy Crawfurd Darren and Team,

Sorry to hear that the plan did not pass and we are back to square one. Thank you very much for your diligence on behalf of the Northeast Park Neighborhood. We are all nervous over the economy, and perhaps the vote suffered from our collective anxiety. That being said, we find it exceptionally encouraging to see volunteers willing to tackle difficult issues for the benefit of all. It’s the kind of hard work that made this a great country, and we’re very appreciative of your leadership.

Cordially,

Jon and Nancy Crawfurd

]]> Comment on An Informed Traffic Circulation Plan Primer by Jolene http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589&cpage=1#comment-2359 Jolene Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:23:05 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589#comment-2359 We attended the non-meeting this evening and some questions arose which I think bear repeating. We have a small bet going on whether or not this comment will appear and if it will appear unedited on this website. Should be fun. It is stated on this website that this project has been in the works for 1 -2 years, why did I hear about it only when the city sent me a ballot? According to the city, the homeowner pays for the sidewalk. Seems to me it is cheaper for those who are not getting a sidewalk rather than a total overall savings. I would like to see the actual numbers on this - sidewalk as proposed vs everyone getting a sidewalk. I noticed the 1000 blocks are not getting sidewalks. I know one is needed over on 44th NE around the blind curve. Drivers treat it as if it were the slingshot to go around the sun. We have ended up in the mud and worse several times. When is the next meeting scheduled? Why is Walnut not being considered? It is a very busy street with numerous people walking there. Once the sidewalk is built, who is liable for upkeep and slip and fall accidents? It is the homeowner. We attended the non-meeting this evening and some questions arose which I think bear repeating. We have a small bet going on whether or not this comment will appear and if it will appear unedited on this website. Should be fun. It is stated on this website that this project has been in the works for 1 -2 years, why did I hear about it only when the city sent me a ballot? According to the city, the homeowner pays for the sidewalk. Seems to me it is cheaper for those who are not getting a sidewalk rather than a total overall savings. I would like to see the actual numbers on this – sidewalk as proposed vs everyone getting a sidewalk. I noticed the 1000 blocks are not getting sidewalks. I know one is needed over on 44th NE around the blind curve. Drivers treat it as if it were the slingshot to go around the sun. We have ended up in the mud and worse several times. When is the next meeting scheduled? Why is Walnut not being considered? It is a very busy street with numerous people walking there. Once the sidewalk is built, who is liable for upkeep and slip and fall accidents? It is the homeowner.

]]> Comment on An Informed Traffic Circulation Plan Primer by Daryl Bortel http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589&cpage=1#comment-2358 Daryl Bortel Mon, 12 Jul 2010 23:32:03 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589#comment-2358 Too bad the meeting was cancelled. I dropped by the Masonic Home this evening to see if anyone showed up. It probably would have been the largest attendance on record. A lot of angry people dropping off their ballots and wanting answers from our "Leaders". I hope if the meeting is rescheduled, everyone will be notified in time to attend. Too bad the meeting was cancelled. I dropped by the Masonic Home this evening to see if anyone showed up. It probably would have been the largest attendance on record. A lot of angry people dropping off their ballots and wanting answers from our “Leaders”. I hope if the meeting is rescheduled, everyone will be notified in time to attend.

]]> Comment on An Informed Traffic Circulation Plan Primer by Ramona Waugh http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589&cpage=1#comment-2355 Ramona Waugh Mon, 12 Jul 2010 07:48:07 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589#comment-2355 I too am concerned with the meeting being called off at the last minute. Particularly since the date of the meeting and the deadline are on the same day,many were going to return their ballots in at this meeting. Those not on the email list will show up for the meeting expecting to be able to cast their ballots, their votes and opinions will not be heard. According to the City ballots can be dropped off at the "Ballot Drop Box" at the City of St. Petersburg Traffic Engineering Complex located at 1744 Ninth Ave N.. Whether your vote is yes or no you should drop off your ballot. Will there be anyone from the NEPNA at The Masonic Home tonight to let those of us that weren't on the email list know that there is no meeting? As I stated whether your vote is yes or no your opinion should be heard. Perhaps I'll go to at least give neighbors the chance to bring their ballots to the "Drop Box"....if it's not too late. I too am concerned with the meeting being called off at the last minute. Particularly since the date of the meeting and the deadline are on the same day,many were going to return their ballots in at this meeting. Those not on the email list will show up for the meeting expecting to be able to cast their ballots, their votes and opinions will not be heard. According to the City ballots can be dropped off at the “Ballot Drop Box” at the City of St. Petersburg Traffic Engineering Complex located at 1744 Ninth Ave N.. Whether your vote is yes or no you should drop off your ballot. Will there be anyone from the NEPNA at The Masonic Home tonight to let those of us that weren’t on the email list know that there is no meeting? As I stated whether your vote is yes or no your opinion should be heard. Perhaps I’ll go to at least give neighbors the chance to bring their ballots to the “Drop Box”….if it’s not too late.

]]> Comment on An Informed Traffic Circulation Plan Primer by Kathy Sandlin http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589&cpage=1#comment-2354 Kathy Sandlin Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:20:14 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589#comment-2354 I am not comfortable with the July 12th meeting being cancelled on such short notice. We were told that ballots could be turned in prior to the meeting. If email's were not read on Thursday or the latest Friday then there was not enough time to mail the ballots to the City to be counted. There are those of us who's property will be affected and we want to discuss the funding of the sidewalks. And if anyone is wondering, no I did not distribute the recent flier, I just have concerns regarding the financial impact this will have on the homeowners if funding is not secured. I am not comfortable with the July 12th meeting being cancelled on such short notice. We were told that ballots could be turned in prior to the meeting. If email’s were not read on Thursday or the latest Friday then there was not enough time to mail the ballots to the City to be counted. There are those of us who’s property will be affected and we want to discuss the funding of the sidewalks. And if anyone is wondering, no I did not distribute the recent flier, I just have concerns regarding the financial impact this will have on the homeowners if funding is not secured.

]]> Comment on An Informed Traffic Circulation Plan Primer by Eric http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589&cpage=1#comment-2329 Eric Tue, 06 Jul 2010 13:42:42 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589#comment-2329 One point I'd like to discuss is the discrepancies between what is stated on the Parkie Blog and the flier regarding the amount of space the sidewalks will take. The blog says that "The sidewalks will be no more than four feet wide within the city-owned easement in front of the homes where sidewalks are planned." The Flier states "The sidewalks will take up 10 feet of your yard from the curb." I contacted Michael Frederick from the City of St. Pete and when asked this is his response. "Normally, "standard" City sidewalks that go in on local roadways these days are 5' wide and 5' from the edge of curb. That would normally place them 1' off the property line. There is always room for local adjustments to make allowances for landscaping and elevation changes. This would be determined by the design engineer at the time of the project. Typically, a retro-fit sidewalk would stop at a driveway, but parked vehicles are required by law to keep the way clear. To me that sounds like 10 feet from the inside boundry of the sidewalk to the curb. One point I’d like to discuss is the discrepancies between what is stated on the Parkie Blog and the flier regarding the amount of space the sidewalks will take. The blog says that “The sidewalks will be no more than four feet wide within the city-owned easement in front of the homes where sidewalks are planned.” The Flier states “The sidewalks will take up 10 feet of your yard from the curb.” I contacted Michael Frederick from the City of St. Pete and when asked this is his response. “Normally, “standard” City sidewalks that go in on local roadways these days are 5′ wide and 5′ from the edge of curb. That would normally place them 1′ off the property line. There is always room for local adjustments to make allowances for landscaping and elevation changes. This would be determined by the design engineer at the time of the project. Typically, a retro-fit sidewalk would stop at a driveway, but parked vehicles are required by law to keep the way clear. To me that sounds like 10 feet from the inside boundry of the sidewalk to the curb.

]]> Comment on An Informed Traffic Circulation Plan Primer by Cat http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589&cpage=1#comment-2317 Cat Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:19:57 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589#comment-2317 The flier people ignored my no solicitors sign when they put the flier in my door. Who do I talk to about that? Why was everything they wrote so inaccurate? The flier people ignored my no solicitors sign when they put the flier in my door. Who do I talk to about that? Why was everything they wrote so inaccurate?

]]> Comment on An Informed Traffic Circulation Plan Primer by Jake L. http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589&cpage=1#comment-2316 Jake L. Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:16:10 +0000 http://www.northeastparkfla.com/blog/?p=589#comment-2316 I agree with most of the above. I do not like walking my dogs while sharing the streets with cars. Not as nimble as I used to be. We need to find a way to pay for it because I do not have the extra money on a fixed income. Glad to hear that there will be another vote if we do have to pay. I am willing to approve the plan to see if it can be funded without fees to us. I agree with most of the above. I do not like walking my dogs while sharing the streets with cars. Not as nimble as I used to be. We need to find a way to pay for it because I do not have the extra money on a fixed income. Glad to hear that there will be another vote if we do have to pay. I am willing to approve the plan to see if it can be funded without fees to us.

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