So, this doesn’t look like the Open Space we’re all used to here in Colorado. However, it represents the same principles -- a desire for a break from sprawling development, a commitment of the city representatives to forego some of the revenue that could have been realized from building on the spot, and a resulting better quality of life for residents.
I enjoy a visit to New York every couple of years if I can manage it. I grew up on the East Coast and attended college in Philadelphia. My sister went to college in Brooklyn, so I’ve had a lot of chances to visit, see the sights and enjoy all that New York has to offer. New York is such an amazing city and I am always surprised by a few things I see there, I enjoy the visit immensely, and am always so pleased and relieved to return to Colorado’s open space, panoramic views and the lack of humidity!
I was amused to see this sign on a subway station in New York – this open space was a bit of a plaza area on the corner, with a subway station in the middle, and several planters lining the area. They were nice planters mind, but I had to stop and take a picture and it made me think about how much I enjoy our open space in Colorado. One thing I love about my condo is a huge balcony which overlooks 287 and open space to the South. I actually enjoy my commute because of the open space that exists around my community. It has been especially delightful this summer, with the sunflowers and everything looking so green from the rain. Some mornings, when I’m headed to work early enough, I love seeing the pink glow the rising sun throws onto the Flatirons and the snow-capped peaks beyond. Looking out at the open space helps me decompress at the end of a long day of work.
It’s easy for us to say that we want to expand open space, but can be a tough decision to decide against commercial growth and development in a certain area. Long term planning is critical to making sure the resources are available for expanding open space and keeping this a priority for the city, while making sure we are pursuing commercial business opportunities in existing shopping centers and vacant buildings. As a City Council member, I would make sure open space remains a high priority, despite the economic downturn and declining budgets.
We’ll be rewarded with health and recreation opportunities, higher property values and enjoyment of our surroundings. And we won’t have to rely on a concrete plaza as our open space!
I enjoy a visit to New York every couple of years if I can manage it. I grew up on the East Coast and attended college in Philadelphia. My sister went to college in Brooklyn, so I’ve had a lot of chances to visit, see the sights and enjoy all that New York has to offer. New York is such an amazing city and I am always surprised by a few things I see there, I enjoy the visit immensely, and am always so pleased and relieved to return to Colorado’s open space, panoramic views and the lack of humidity!
I was amused to see this sign on a subway station in New York – this open space was a bit of a plaza area on the corner, with a subway station in the middle, and several planters lining the area. They were nice planters mind, but I had to stop and take a picture and it made me think about how much I enjoy our open space in Colorado. One thing I love about my condo is a huge balcony which overlooks 287 and open space to the South. I actually enjoy my commute because of the open space that exists around my community. It has been especially delightful this summer, with the sunflowers and everything looking so green from the rain. Some mornings, when I’m headed to work early enough, I love seeing the pink glow the rising sun throws onto the Flatirons and the snow-capped peaks beyond. Looking out at the open space helps me decompress at the end of a long day of work.
It’s easy for us to say that we want to expand open space, but can be a tough decision to decide against commercial growth and development in a certain area. Long term planning is critical to making sure the resources are available for expanding open space and keeping this a priority for the city, while making sure we are pursuing commercial business opportunities in existing shopping centers and vacant buildings. As a City Council member, I would make sure open space remains a high priority, despite the economic downturn and declining budgets.
We’ll be rewarded with health and recreation opportunities, higher property values and enjoyment of our surroundings. And we won’t have to rely on a concrete plaza as our open space!
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