RE: The calculated demise of East McNab Road
Dear Editor:
Broward County and Pompano Beach Commissioners are attempting to implement a program called “Complete Streets.” It would cut down over 40 native trees, pave over grass swales and create two 5 ft. bicycle paths. Bicycles and pedestrians have coexisted on our tree shaded neighborhood sidewalks for decades, without incidents. In addition, with the proposed wall to wall asphalt, no storm drainage and losing natural soil percolation, flooding will be inevitable.
Ironically, the “Complete Street Manual” states that its intent is to contribute to walkable, livable neighborhoods which aide in building a sense of community pride and improved quality of life. How does 10 ft. of ugly asphalt accomplish this?
Please call our Commissioners and attend the July 13 meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. at E. Pat Larkins Community Center, 520 NW 3 St., in Pompano Beach.
Daniel O’Brien
Pompano Beach
