Introduction
From:
Steve Baird
Date:
2006 Sep 23 21:57 UTC
Short link
My name is Steve Baird. My family and I have resided in Roseville since 1993.
I have two children enrolled in the Roseville Schools.
Currently, I am serving on the Transportation and Transit Subcommittee of
Imagine Roseville 2025. Regarding Light Rail, it is my understanding that the
Northeast Corridor is reserved for a busway/walking/biking path rather than
Light Rail. I think LRT is important, but as Karen Shafer has pointed out, it
is hideously expensive and dependent on Federal matching funds. I would be
willing to settle for a dedicated busway from White Bear to downtown
Minneapolis running through our fair city.
Regarding a community center, I am certainly envious of Shoreview's facility.
However, as a property tax payer, I feel tapped out right now. Unless the
Legislature shoots some additional aid to cities and school districts, I am
quite hesitant to take it on. I would have to see what the cost per household
would be.
.