Haven\u2019t we done enough to attract tourists to Glenwood Springs? Don\u2019t get me wrong, I am grateful for our tourist amenities. They truly are amazing. But when is enough, enough? Glenwood is on the cusp of becoming a little too gaudy and Aspenesque. It\u2019s time to stop with all of the grand plans for the confluence area and create an inviting and understated public area that enhances the natural beauty, and maybe includes a parcourse (simple exercise stations) to encourage healthy exercise.<\/p>\n
In response to an opinion in the July 31 Post Independent, surely, there are other ways to protect a public park than build houses around it. Wouldn\u2019t surveillance cameras suffice? \u201cDefensible open space\u201d sounds like another fancy way to say it\u2019s for people who can afford to have houses on prime real estate. And don\u2019t we already have fiscal responsibility? We should have plenty of income for the city, if managed and spent wisely. There are other areas and ways to increase the income for the city.<\/p>\n
The confluence should be free and accessible for residents and tourists alike. Enough building things for tourists. The priority for this area should be for those who live here. Open space, please! The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity needs to be having the wisdom to keep the confluence as a public park and to fix the dang roads (and infrastructure) for those who actually live here.<\/p>\n
Carol Turtle
Glenwood Springs<\/p>\n