Comments on: Unsolicited thoughts on an indefinite future

By: Jeffrey Wisniewski

Jeffrey Wisniewski — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:14:52 +0000

@anonymous -- Good point. Density does not have to mean high-rise condominiums. Closer homes, walking distance to transit and necessities and public parks, smaller lots and driveways (or no driveways at all). That is the density I encourage.

By: Mike Bowermaster

Mike Bowermaster — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 15:32:58 +0000

Very good post Jeff. There's a lot of meat here and not too much ranting. I agree with the positive line regarding not all suburbs turning into slums, for "those that are affluent and relatively close to central cities—especially those along rail lines—are likely to remain in high demand". I recommend the documentary End of Suburbia (assuming one is willing to entertain the controversial topic of peak oil) relevant to the challenges and potential our town of Hercules faces.

By: anonymous

anonymous — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:41:00 +0000

Interesting thoughts, however I wonder about all of us “being on the same page.” Our city officials have demonstrated time and again an alarmingly manipulative style of passing things through. I would prefer to be proud of the process, and could therefore feel more comfortable living with the outcome, even if I did not agree with it. Also, I think there is lots of room between density and suburban “comfort” as you put it to design a community where the people come first.