Public Lake Access in the Face of Development
Are you aware of the many issues in Florida and elsewhere regarding the lack of water access to the general public, caused specifically by rampant development of multi-million dollar condominiums and the privatization of public marinas? Understanding that West End is a very small area providing this access to the lake for New Orleanians, are you concerned about these same issues occurring and what would you do to stop this from happening at West End?
Jay Batt - Yes, I am aware and concerned about these issues and have been deeply involved in understanding them by attending and participating in numerous conferences and symposiums on land use issues across the country. I believe that through my recently passed ordinances regarding West End and eminent domain issues, we have in place key components of the necessary protections.
Sonia Gupta - I do not support any further condominium development along any portions of the lakeshore. Firstly, I think that such development detracts immensely from the beauty of our lakeshore. Secondly, it only furthers the interests of a select few individuals who are either property developers or owners of such condos. The lakeshore area ought to be a public space that promotes the enjoyment of all our citizens and that supports small-businesses that cater to such an environment. I adored the restaurants on the shore and I'm sorry to see that they have suffered so much damage. They added a lot to the ambience of the area. I don't see how condos could ever add any ambiance. They will block the sunlight from residents who live in historic housing along the lake and are, to put it simply, quite ugly. There are plenty of other places in the area where condos might be suitable and I simply cannot agree with anyone who believes that our lake is one of those areas. I will support only projects that benefit everyone in the city (restaurants, cafes, docks, picnic areas) and can't see any condominium ever providing such benefits. Furthermore, the land available around the lakeshore is limited and I cannot support putting such limited space to inferior private use.
Ray Landeche - I'm very aware of the problems in Florida and other parts of the country. New Orleans is built on good family, friends, music, food and fun, therefore access to the lake for ALL New Orleanians is a critical part of being "Proud to call it HOME".
David Nowak - Yes, I am concerned. I will fight any attempts to privatize Orleans Marina, or the sale of any of that land to private entities.
Stephen Saussy - There are numerous areas throughout New Orleans that need development and multi-million dollar condominiums would fit in nicely on the river. The West End area needs development and New Orleanians have longed for a place close to home to enjoy the outdoors. I would support a significantly smaller scale development.
Candidates Shelly Stephenson Midura, Sal Palmisano & Tom Wagner did not provide an answer to this question.
Jay Batt - Yes, I am aware and concerned about these issues and have been deeply involved in understanding them by attending and participating in numerous conferences and symposiums on land use issues across the country. I believe that through my recently passed ordinances regarding West End and eminent domain issues, we have in place key components of the necessary protections.
Sonia Gupta - I do not support any further condominium development along any portions of the lakeshore. Firstly, I think that such development detracts immensely from the beauty of our lakeshore. Secondly, it only furthers the interests of a select few individuals who are either property developers or owners of such condos. The lakeshore area ought to be a public space that promotes the enjoyment of all our citizens and that supports small-businesses that cater to such an environment. I adored the restaurants on the shore and I'm sorry to see that they have suffered so much damage. They added a lot to the ambience of the area. I don't see how condos could ever add any ambiance. They will block the sunlight from residents who live in historic housing along the lake and are, to put it simply, quite ugly. There are plenty of other places in the area where condos might be suitable and I simply cannot agree with anyone who believes that our lake is one of those areas. I will support only projects that benefit everyone in the city (restaurants, cafes, docks, picnic areas) and can't see any condominium ever providing such benefits. Furthermore, the land available around the lakeshore is limited and I cannot support putting such limited space to inferior private use.
Ray Landeche - I'm very aware of the problems in Florida and other parts of the country. New Orleans is built on good family, friends, music, food and fun, therefore access to the lake for ALL New Orleanians is a critical part of being "Proud to call it HOME".
David Nowak - Yes, I am concerned. I will fight any attempts to privatize Orleans Marina, or the sale of any of that land to private entities.
Stephen Saussy - There are numerous areas throughout New Orleans that need development and multi-million dollar condominiums would fit in nicely on the river. The West End area needs development and New Orleanians have longed for a place close to home to enjoy the outdoors. I would support a significantly smaller scale development.
Candidates Shelly Stephenson Midura, Sal Palmisano & Tom Wagner did not provide an answer to this question.
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