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Prop 1: New Parks District is Wrong Approach
Permalink +Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 9:49 am // Guest writer
By guest columnist Bill Geyer. See short bio at end of article.
The February 12 Special Election will ask south Bellingham voters to approve or disapprove creation of a new taxing district. This election is premature. If this district is approved, it will impose new property taxes on a few of us to pay a City loan that is not due for almost 5 years.
Why is there a loan?
In 2011, then-Mayor Pike and the City Council purchased 82 acres (Chuckanut Ridge) for $8,200,000 with $4,500,000 from Greenways III funds, $500,000 from park impact fees and a $3,200,000 loan borrowed from the Greenways Endowment. Voters approved the Greenways Endowment in 2006, not to be spent, but to generate future income for park maintenance citywide. The $3,200,000 loan must be repaid by December 31, 2017, almost five years from today, plenty of time to consider other options.
Some activists favor quickly creating a new taxing district, a Metropolitan Parks District (MPD) to pay off the City's loan with increased property taxes within the district. Voters need to understand the consequences before taking such a drastic step.
What is the MPD per State law (RCW 35.61)?
1. An independent, separate unit of government. For the last 40 years, Bellingham has operated according to our voter-approved City Charter as a full service city for all. Carving a small area into a special taxing district that duplicates existing City parks services is not efficient. Voters should not create competing, overlapping local government.
2. Run by five paid parks commissioners. Only voters in Edgemoor, Fairhaven, South Hill, Happy Valley and South neighborhoods elect the five commissioners, each paid up to $8,640 per year. (See map below). All Bellingham voters elect the Mayor and Council making them accountable to all voters, not a select few. Parks decisions are too important to be left to a small, special interest group.
3. Commissioners can tax property up to $0.75 / $1,000 valuation within the district without a further vote of the people. Unlike school bond levies approved by the voters for a specific period of time, the new parks tax is set by a majority vote of the parks commissioners for as long as they want. Three commissioners could increase your taxes for a long time. Most governments charge their maximum legal tax rate. Would a parks district be different? At these rates, your annual property taxes will increases by $187.50 on a $250,000 home (more than $1,800 in just ten years); $262.50 on a $350,000 home; and $337.50 on a $450,000 home. Renters would not escape the tax as landlords pass property taxes on to their tenants.
4. Own and operate parks. Bellingham residents created a great parks system. Why create a competing system? Citywide support unified voters to approve three Greenways levies. This Special Election by a small, special interest group undermines our unity placing future Greenways at risk.
5. Condemn private property. Commissioners have the power to condemn private property for parks, parkways, roads or moorage inside AND outside the district boundaries. District taxpayers pay the condemnation costs. Do south Bellingham voters want this power in the hands of a few special taxing district commissioners?
Are there better financial options to pay off the $3,200,000 loan? Yes, such as:
Keep the site as a park, but sell the development rights to be built elsewhere in the City;
Keep ¾ of the site as a park, sell the remainder for a modest number of new houses;
Refinance the loan into the next Greenways levy for all voters to decide;
Sell or lease other City property;
Raise funds with a private capital campaign;
Lease the high elevations on the site for communication towers;
And many others you can suggest.
All south Bellingham voters should VOTE NO on Proposition 1.
Once defeated, the Mayor and City Council should convene Bellingham residents experienced in appraisals, property management, finance, and neighborhood planning to create viable options. Our residents have great talents that solved many past issues. Our Greenways legacy is one example. The current election ignores our greatest asset – our ability to work together. We should honor our Greenways legacy for citywide solutions and not separate south neighborhoods for special treatment as a special taxing district. For good government, please tell your friends and neighbors in south Bellingham to VOTE NO on Proposition 1.
Bill Geyer, a 28-year South Hill resident, is a certified professional planner. He serves as the Chairman of Protect Bellingham Parks, the committee devoted to defeating Prop 1 and advocating for realistic financial solutions to repay the City's $3,200,000 loan to the Greenways Endowment Fund.
Clayton Petree // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 10:56 am
Do we know who will be the commissioners if this were to pass? I would imagine the 5 have already been picked. I realize you said there will be an election, but will that be an official election similar to this one, or just a small meeting with a show of hands and they are "elected"?
John Erickson // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 1:00 pm
WOW! Finally after all these years Mr.Geyer has finally done it! He has found WMD, you remember those pesky things,never found because they weren't there. Yes, he has found them, only this time WMD are "WORDS of MASS DECEPTION".
Mr. Geyer was involved with Padden Trails development and the King mountain project and has his own idea what our city should look like, massive housing projects at this city's edge. Both projects needing massive public (tax payer) investment for their own profit. For some reason neither projects are being built at this time.
In buying the 100 Hundred Acre Woods the city raided the Greenways endowment fund, this was always a short term solution. The MPD is an answer for funding to repay that endowment fund. NOTHING MORE. Lets go thru Mr. geyer's points.
1. It is a funding vehicle, not a duplication of city park services.
2. The Commissioners have stated time and time again they will receive NO PAY, they will be volunteers.
3. The tax will be $0.25 per $1,000. That's it, no exceptions.
4. Bellingham Parks will still own and operate all of our parks just as they always have.
5. there is no intent to do anything other than pay back this inter fund loan. There is no reason to make this any more complicated than stated.
If you want to find another funding stream, go for it, maybe we can pay this off in four or five years.
Do not believe the fear or the misinformation Do not be a low information voter. You deserve to know the truth.
Clayton Petree // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 2:16 pm
You've actually made me more curious.
Which commissioners said they will be volunteers? Are they pre-s"elected"?
Who are these people?
Larry Horowitz // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 2:41 pm
It's a shame that Northwest Citizen agreed to publish this fear-mongering nonsense and that we need to waste our time responding to it. How to begin?
First, Guyer's claim that the park district represents only "a few of us" is ridiculous. The park district boundaries were very carefully considered and includes the majority of the five neighborhoods directly impacted. The district itself represents between 15% and 20% of the entire city. This is not just "a few," but the ones who will feel the most pain from a poorly designed mega-development.
Second, Guyer's assertion that there is "plenty of time to consider other options" indicates he has no clue. Even though Council stated that a sale of the property would only be considered as a last resort and not until the end of 2017, people like Guyer are already calling for a portion of the property to be sold, almost five years before that ultimatum would be necessary. Additionally, the loan agreement calls for repayment in full at the end of 2017. It is essential that we take advantage of as many years as possible to accumulate funds to repay the loan so as to minimize the annual burden. If we waited until 2017, the park district would no longer be an option, and we would have wasted five years.
Regarding Guyer's 5 points:
1) Guyer claims the park district will duplicate existing park services but has failed to identify a single service being duplicated. In fact, the Chuckanut Community Forest Metropolitan Park District (CCF MPD) has a single mission – to raise funds to acquire a conservation easement to protect this forested wetland for future generations and repay the inter-fund loan. If the city is already doing this, that would be something we'd all like to know.
2) Guyer asserts that the MPD commissioners will be compensated. That is simply not true – at least it's not for the six candidates who are running as volunteers: Cathy McKenzie, John Hymas, Dan Remsen, Susan Kaun, Vince Biciunas, and John Brown. Where does Guyer get this stuff?
3) Each of these six commissioners have also pledged to limit the levy to 28 cents, or $28 per YEAR per $100,000 valuation. These six have earned their reputations as trustworthy and committed community leaders with tremendous integrity. From a personal standpoint, I have known and have worked closely with every one of them for years. I have complete faith that they will live up to their commitment to limit the levy to the 28-cent level needed to repay the inter-fund loan. Guyer's implication that we need to fear the levy being raised the 75 cents is nothing more than a shameless scare tactic. Don't believe it.
4) Guyer mistakenly asserts that the park district will somehow compete with the city's park system. It will not. The city will continue to own and operate all park lands within the park district. The park district simply creates the vehicle needed to repay the inter-fund loan. Geyer's failed attempt to complicate that matter is self-serving.
5) Another bogus fear-mongering tactic and 'straw man' argument is Guyer's reference to a condemnation power provided in state law that has NEVER been used by any of the Metropolitan Park Districts in the state. Does Geyer really worry that his home will be condemned by the park district? Give me a break! Each of the six candidates listed above have pledged not to use any power to condemn or acquire property. Again, the CCF MPD has a single purpose: to raise funds to repay an existing inter-fund loan. That's all.
Shame on you for resorting to fear tactics Bill Guyer. I expected much better from you.
Larry Horowitz // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 2:45 pm
Clayton, there is a separate election on Feb 12 to elect five commissioners.
There are two candidates for Positions 1, 2, 3 and 5 and one candidate for Position 4. They are:
Position 1: Cathy McKenzie and Patricia Montgomery
Position 2: John Hymas and Dan Remsen
Position 3: Susan Kaun and Jan Brown
Position 4: Vince Biciunas
Position 5: John Brown and Anna Williams
Larry Horowitz // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 2:59 pm
I apologize for misspelling Geyer's name in my previous comment. I tried to edit my comment but was not able to.
John Servais // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 3:00 pm
Larry writes: "It's a shame that Northwest Citizen agreed to publish this fear-mongering nonsense and that we need to waste our time responding to it. How to begin?"
Well, damned if I do and damned if I don't. As my email to commenters and writers said - and Larry got this email - weeks ago I invited the proponents to submit an article. They are a cautions bunch and were not sure and wanted to talk about it - and after 3 weeks have not sent anything to me. I offered the same to the opponents and they finally have sent something and it is posted. Funny how I feel clean as driven snow here.
Now I'm being damned by one of the leading proponents of the measure. Why are you folks so afraid of an airing of issues? Waste your time, Larry. It is called democracy and open processes. It is called open public discussion and debate. And if you do not want to "waste" your time then don't expect the rest of us to waste our time trying to learn about this issue. I'll just vote "No" on it and go on my way. You are proposing that I be taxed. Pray have the decency to address the criticisms of your proposal.
Larry Horowitz // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 3:13 pm
This issue is not a matter of providing equal time to both sides. Nor is it a matter of addressing criticism of THE (not "my") proposal. The issue is the publishing of a hit piece that does nothing more than incite fear based on a complete lack of understanding of the issues and the commitments.
Let me ask you, John:
1) Are you really afraid that your home is going to be condemned?
2) Are you aware of any services the park district is going to duplicate?
3) Do you actually believe the park district commissioners will be compensated?
4) Do you not trust the commissioner candidates who have pledged to limit the levy to 28 cents?
5) How exactly does the MPD compete with the city parks dept?
You have called me a "leading proponent" of the measure. If that were the case, I don't recall being invited by you to submit an article.
You say that you'll just vote "No" and go on your way. Funny, didn't you already tell me you were against the park district months ago?
By the way, it's my understanding that Bill Geyer was told - in no uncertain terms - that at least six of the candidates would not accept compensation, would limit the levy to 28 cents, and would refuse to use any powers to condemn or acquire properties. Geyer knows that the MPD has a singular focus, but he ignored all that he knew in order to scare people. John, I suspect that you knew all of this as well yet published Geyer's article as if you did not.
Wendy Harris // Thu, Jan 24, 2013, 10:29 pm
Here is one Northside resident that strongly favors the proposal and hopes that it passes. This is important habitat because it protects and provides connectivity to the Chuckanut Wildlife Corridor, a biodiversity area of regional importance.
The City liberally approves development proposals that fill wetlands and destroy critical areas. It's record on mitigation for wildlife impacts is abysmal. One of the worst offenders is the Parks Department. It refuses to mitigate impacts from development at Bloedel Park on a rare and functional wetland and a degraded wildlife corridor. And talk about misuse of Greenway Levy Funds… the Parks Department falsely alleges that the future overwater walkway located between Blvd. Park and Cornwall Landfill, an $8 million dollar project, was approved by voters as part of the Greenway III Levy. This is not even on land the City owns. It is on tidelands owned by DNR that will be leased. The Parks department wanted to lease out Big Rock Park to an organization that was seeking private profit, and fortunately in this case, the Parks Department responded to public opposition.
The City, and its Parks Department, have done a disservice to ALL City residents by ignoring the ecological importance of Chuckanut Ridge and by failing to protect and mitigate for urban wildlife. I am grateful to the Southside residents who recognize the need to protect this irreplaceable land.
Economic analysis establishes that parks and greenspaces are actually an overall source of revenue. They protect property values and make areas more attractive to new residents, new businesses and tourists. On the other hand, private development results in public subsidies for roads, public services and infrastructure, even considering development impact fees.
Mr Geyer, I have another finance option for you… if the City enforced the Habitat Conservation Area provisions of the CAO, it could designate the park a compensatory mitigation area for wildlife impacts as part of an In Lieu of Fee plan. This would allow developers to pay into a fund used to pay off the loan. The Mayor is cutting a backroom deal with Costco, intended to save the company, and cost taxpayers, almost $1 million dollars for a compensatory wetland mitigation area. Compensatory wetland mitigation projects are rarely successful. Protecting rare habitat with high conservation value is a sure thing.
Christopher Grannis // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 12:38 am
The Chuckanut Community Forest is part of a wetland Forest ecosystem without any human habitations or roads in its water shed. The biologically rich wetlands and the two salmon streams it supplies with clean cool water would suffer severe degradation if any of them are subjected to development. The Partnership For Puget Sound, the state agency charged with reversing the decline of the Puget Sound, makes protecting pristine watersheds like this one its highest priority. The community that lives in the proposed Park District has been fighting since 1990 to preserve this ecological treasure and understands its importance to the Puget Sound as well as the need to preserve this Habitat corridor and the need for open space parkland within South West Bellingham.
It is clear the only viable way to repay the $3+ million loan used to complete the purchase of the Chuckanut Community Forest, without its destruction by high density development, is the Park District. Even former Mayor Mark Asmundson back in 2005 said the only practical way to pay to prevent the development of this property was the formation of a Metropolitan Park District to raise funds.
Bill Geyer is a developer. Of course he would prefer sale and development to preservation. Thanks to John Ericson and Larry Horowitz for correcting Geyer's misinformation. The levy will be $.28 / thousand assessed valuation or $70 on a $250,000 home for ten years. The Park District will sunset when the Park is secured and the loan is repaid.
The voters in South West Bellingham who want to preserve the ecological treasure known as the Chuckanut Community Forest should vote for Cathy McKenzie, Dan Remsen or John Hymas, Susan Kaun, Vince Biciunas, and John Brown. Their candidate statements are on the website; + Link
Bill Geyer // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 5:53 am
Mr. Horowitz,
Do you live in the proposed district? I have for 28 years and am concerned about the consequences, hence my article. You are welcome to read RCW 35.61 for accuracy of the citations. The law is a very convenient truth.
Second, you would readily admit to a basic fact - there are no commissioners today. To assume this point is very presumptive, to say the least, and dishonors the voters choice to decide if a district should be created. Some commissioner candidates have met with current City Council members to "negotiate" terms of the new MPD. How presumptive, a select group of individuals presuming to speak for the voters before the Voters create the district. How arrogant to speak presumptively as an elected commissioner, a poor treatment of the voters basic constitutional right to elect their representatives. Bellingham voters are very protective of their electoral rights, and I think they see through the curtains.
The choice remains to registered voters within the district, of which I am only 1.
Bill Geyer // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 6:13 am
Ms. Harris,
Excellent idea regarding the in lieu fee as part of the CAO. I proposed same to the City 14 years ago which they turned down. I then asked City Parks for specific sites to perform mitigation all at my cost and to the public's benefit. The response at the time was "we don't have any sites and would not know what to do with them." Your proposal underscores my key point above - our City Counci does not have a monopoly on solutions. You, and many others, can bring real financial solutions to the table that can resolve repayment of the $3.2mm loan. We have shared common proposals to the Council before and would welcome the opportunity to explore this again once Proposition 1 is defeated.
On your other point for protecting the natural resources on the Chuckanut Ridge site, I have been on record for many years supporting same, including my 2007 City Council candidacy. About 65-75% of the site that should be protected. The remainder could be defined by City Council for its ultimate use. Using smart growth techniques, developable areas can be minimized while creating value to be sold in the market to pay off the $3.2mm loan. I have discussed same with the MPD proponents and received an initial positive response. Looking forward to further discussion.
Larry Horowitz // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 10:27 am
Yes, Mr. Geyer, I have lived in the park district for 11 years. So what?
Regarding your claim that it was "presumptive" and "arrogant" for "a select group of individuals" to communicate with City Council before the election, I disagree. These individuals did not meet with Council and other city officials as elected commissioners; they met as proponents of the initiative to place the park district on the ballot. It is not possible to place the initiative on the ballot without first meeting with city officials. Did you expect them to communicate telepathically?
As far as your concern "about the consequences" of the park district, is it a major concern of yours that a keystone habitat and urban forest comprised of Category I mature forested wetlands and steep slopes will actually be preserved for future generations?
Are you concerned that the 28-cent levy will cost you a total of $130.58 per year (around $11 per month) based on current assessed values? If so, just say so. Don't confuse the issue by implying that unpaid park district commissioners plan to condemn your home, increase the levy, duplicate city services, create a competing park system, or accept pay for volunteering their time. Those claims are simply fear-mongering straw men arguments that have no place in this dialogue.
Of course it's true that we won't know who the commissioners are until after the election. But we do know that Vince Biciunas is running unopposed in Position 4 and that either John Hymas or Dan Remsen will be the Position 2 Commissioner. We also know that either John Brown or Anna Williams will be the Position 5 Commissioner. Those three positions represent a majority. Every one of these candidates have pledged not to increase the levy beyond 28 cents, not to condemn or add property, and to dissolve the park district once its sole mission is complete.
It is now a political reality that none of the concerns you stated in your article can come to pass. They have proven to be the empty claims that they are.
No one has denied the powers created by RCW 35.61. However, you have failed to admit that those running for park commissioners have pledged not to take advantage of these powers. That is the inconvenient truth you find so hard to swallow.
As I stated before, I have known and worked with six of these candidates. They have tremendous integrity, and I know they will live up to their commitments. I do not know the other three candidates (Patricia, Jan and Anna); but I suspect you do and are supporting them. Unless you fear that these three candidates will do the horrible things you envision, then there is no need to worry. I understand that Anna attended a meeting last night and committed to limiting the levy to 28 cents and dissolving the park district after the inter-fund loan is repaid, so we are now assured of a majority that has no intention of doing any of those things you wrote about.
George Munger // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 10:36 am
The proponents of proposition 1 essentially say:
"We just want to collect taxes for this one purpose . . . Trust us. Your taxes will only go up by a little bit . . . and only for a little while . . . and the operating costs won't be much . . . so, don't worry. Just trust us."
If a new government entity is created, however, with powers under state law as listed by Mr. Geyer, surely this entity will take on a life of its own the day after it is created. Who knows what 'urgent new problems' will require 'urgent new solutions' supported by this or that special interest group, or even who the commissioners will be in a few months, let alone in one year or in five years or in ten years. Creation of a new taxing entity with the power to raise taxes without a further vote of the people is not a good plan when there are other options available. It's better to vote NO.
Larry Horowitz // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 10:45 am
Mr. Munger,
If we used your logic, isn't it true that we would never have created any school districts, fire districts, water districts, cemetery districts, EMS districts, hospital districts, library districts, etc. Hell, we'd probably not have any government at all.
Sure, we could make all of our decisions based on fear, I suppose. But what kind of life would that be?
George Munger // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 11:16 am
Mr. Horowitz,
There are better options, as I stated.
Larry Horowitz // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 11:42 am
Please enlighten us, Mr. Munger. What options are BETTER?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of these options?
Do the costs outweigh the benefits?
George Munger // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 11:57 am
Mr. Horowitz,
I refer you to the article. They are well presented.
Larry Horowitz // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 12:19 pm
Mr. Munger,
Mr. Geyer presented 'other' options, but he did not provide any details about their relative advantages and disadvantages, their costs and benefits, or how they are 'better' than a park district.
Please explain why these other options are better. Mr. Geyer has not done so, and neither have you.
George Munger // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 12:33 pm
Mr. Horowitz,
Perhaps not to your satisfaction, but the article above makes a persuasive case. The better option now is to vote No for the reasons stated there and in my first comment.
Larry Horowitz // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 12:34 pm
Mr. Munger,
Regarding the cost and benefits of the park district, I just wanted to point out that the average ANNUAL assessment on the 133 apartments at Padden Creek based on the latest valuation is $15.
That's $1.25 per MONTH.
I find it hard to believe that any other option provides as much benefit for as little cost.
Larry Horowitz // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 1:32 pm
How can an article that provides no information on the advantages & disadvantages or costs & benefits of alternative options be persuasive that these options are BETTER than any other?
Unless fear overrides wisdom and intelligence.
Delaine Clizbe // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 6:32 pm
At the risk of another angry phone call from Mr. Horowitz, I wanted to write to voice my agreement with the points Bill Geyer raises in his letter. I myself have three basic concerns about this Metropolitan Park District.
First, a Metropolitan Park District has a huge amount of power in the hands of 5 decision makers. While I'm sure the intentions of all the folks running for a Commissioner position are good, a lot can happen in ten years. The maximum amount of time any Commissioner can hold the position is 6 years and then they must re-run. There is no guarantee that the next folks running for seats will have such good intentions.
Second, I have not been given any information about what the plan is for this "park". As an avid runner and mountain biker I want to know that I will have access to this land that I have paid for and will continue to pay for if this plan goes through. To expect the public to vote for a group to take control of a huge chunk of public land and not know what their intentions for the land is, is just ludicrous.
Third, I have issues with this new tax! I paid for this land once and don't think I should have to pay again. It really is that simple. The City Council made a bad deal with this purchase. They should be the ones to find a way to fix it. Mr. Geyer had some suggestions for other options. I would include in that list one other option: Use the low income housing levy we just voted in, pay off the endowment, and build some quality low income housing on a small portion of the land and have the rest remain natural with a trail system throughout it.
Fire away Mr. Horowitz!
Larry Horowitz // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 6:54 pm
An angry phone call? Really? I simply called to let you know that your website had erroneous information, which you later corrected. Of course, in your comment you failed to mention that you got incredibly defensive and hung up on me, but later called to apologize for doing so while letting me know you corrected the false information.
I have yet to meet a single person who wants the park district to do anything more than enable the city to pay off the inter-fund loan while preserving the property for future generations. No one. If any park district commissioner tried to do more than that, there would be thousands of us who would immediately object.
Sure, a person can live in fear about what may occur six years from now. But most rational people understand that there are small risks all around us that are unlikely to occur. People die every day in car accidents. Does that mean we should all stop driving?
The risk that any of the concerns listed by Geyer might occur is incredibly small. Beyond that, the vast majority of those living in the district would object if any commissioner suggested them.
The park district is a community-led solution, not a government-led one. It is democracy in action. People who live in the district created this solution and get to vote on it.
You are trying to scare people into making a decision based on fear. It's not illegal, but is it moral?
Wendy Harris // Fri, Jan 25, 2013, 11:31 pm
Mr. Geyer, can you share your analysis for determining that 25-35% of Chucknut Ridge can be developed? Does this analysis include species-specific breeding, foraging and resting needs, maintain minimum habitat buffers and habitat patch sizes, and protect or restore habitat connectivity, wildlife corridors, and bird migration pathways.
Because the City has no wildlife management/habitat plan that identifies areas appropriate for protection, restoration or development, avoiding impacts to areas known to have high conservation value is of increased importance.
Bill Geyer // Sat, Jan 26, 2013, 4:38 am
Ms. Harris,
The 25-35% range comes from the various environmental documents on file for Chuckanut Woods. Using the new CAO buffers would probably track towards the lower end of the range. The Mayor's proposal last summer to keep 22-25 acres zoned RM Planned while rezoning the remainder Public (parks open space) approximates this value as well.
More important is the value of the site unit yield. The number of units permitted on the 82 acre site per the current RM Planned zoning is 714 single family units or 1190 multi-family units. The unit yield can be sold as a transfer of development rights (TDR) to another location in the City or its urban growth area. Although the market for TDR's remains low in the present economy, the City Council has until December 2017 to sell the TDR's for cash to repay their $3,200,000 loan. At the low end of $2000 per unit, this could generate at least $1,500,000. Timed to an improving market at $3000 - $5000 per unit and the City can retire the entire loan with additional cash left to preserve/protect the parks site in perpetuity.
A variation to generate cash more quickly would be to sell a small part of the site (say 15 acres) for a limited number of new homes this year. City Council members, as the fiduciaries for the property owners (Bellingham citizens), can decide what can be built on the site by covenants. The Council could engage in proper site planning to achieve the environmental protection you describe while determining what portion of the site could be used to meet our GMA infill goals. The result is natural resources are protected, an adjacent site of limited development, immediate cash to the City, and a residual of TDR's that can be sold over the next 4 years to retire the loan.
In short, proper planning with complete information transparent for all to see would lead our community to a much better solution than the current situation. We should honor the integrity of the voter-approved Greenways Endowment fund to follow all proper steps to repay the $3,200,000. It begins with a basic tenant of using the value of the asset currently in hand to retire the debt.
Larry Horowitz // Sat, Jan 26, 2013, 10:15 am
Mr. Geyer's suggestion that TDRs be sold to raise funds to repay the loan is a strategy that complements the adoption of a park district. They are not mutually exclusive. Mr. Geyer should be advised, however, that his information regarding unit yield is not accurate. The correct total is 739 units, either single- or multi-family.
To the extent TDRs are sold, the park district can either reduce the annual levy or reduce the number of years. The same is true for any other option that raises funds, all of which would complement the park district and reduce the total levy. Unfortunately, the park district cannot wait until these other options are discussed at length. As readers may recall, Council and the administration both promised to present alternatives more than a year ago, but they have failed to do so. That is why the community has taken the lead.
The park district levy will not be assessed until 2014. That gives people like Mr. Geyer plenty of time to develop alternative ways to raise funds. However, as Council stated when they agreed to acquire Chuckanut Ridge, a sale of any portion of the property would only be done as a last resort and not until the end of 2017.
A final word about environmental protection: It should be fairly obvious to everyone that the development community's record in Bellingham is atrocious. Mr. Geyer is wrong to presume that we would trust development consultants like him to "achieve the environmental protection" Wendy describes.
Wendy Harris // Sat, Jan 26, 2013, 3:07 pm
Bill. Your answer was nonresponive to my questions. Can you identify the "various environmental documents" establishing that 25-35% of Chuckanut Ridge could be developed without fragmenting and/or destroying habitat identified as a regional biodiversity hotspot? I would very much like to see these documents, since this runs counter to best available science recommendations to avoid any impacts to rare and important habitat. Ann Eissenger's comprehensive habitat review remains the last word, at least until the City does a comprehensive update. And that environmental document clearly does not support development at Chuckanut Ridge. Nor is it clear to me how any development would be able mitigate impacts to achieve equal or greater ecological function, required under City Code, given the level of existing ecological function.
Bill Geyer // Tue, Jan 29, 2013, 9:51 pm
Mr. Horowitz, your calculation of 739 single or multi-family units is incorrect.
Current zoning is South Neighborhood Area 4, with a designation of RM Planned, a density quotient of 5,000 sq ft minimum detached lot for single family or 3,000 sq ft per unit for multi-family. The unit yield is calculated by dividing the gross acreage by the density quotient (see BMC 20.38.050.B.3.
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For the 82 acre site, the correct calculations are
(82 x 43,560) / 5,000 = 714 single family units
(82 x 43,560) / 3,000 = 1190 single family units
This commonly referred to ass the site unit yield.
Larry Horowitz // Thu, Jan 31, 2013, 2:15 pm
Mr. Geyer,
Thanks for the lesson on calculating site unit yield. I think I've got it.
As far as the maximum units for Chuckanut Ridge, the fact that you don't understand that the actual limit is 739 units indicates you don't have a very good handle on this property. (Note, for example, that every development alternative submitted by the developer was for exactly 739 units. A coincidence? Not likely.)
Here's a hint: There was a separate density agreement signed by the developer and the city when the largest wetland was graciously donated to the city years ago.
Bottom line: 739 is correct. 1190 not so much.
Nice try though!
Rep. Vincent Buys Appears to Break State Fundraising Laws
Tue, Mar 11, 2014, 10:24 am // Riley Sweeney
Riley catches State Rep. Vincent Buys for soliciting funds during session0 comments
County Hires GPT Permit Lead as Senior Planner
Mon, Mar 10, 2014, 9:51 am // Riley Sweeney
Riley digs into an unusual hiring decision at the County Planning Dept1 comments; last on Mar 10, 2014
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Whatcom Watch Editor Resigns
Sun, Mar 02, 2014, 2:22 pm // John Servais
The editor of the Whatcom Watch, Richard Jehn, has resigned effective today. Chalk up a victory for Craig Cole and Pacific International Terminals.8 comments; last on Mar 05, 2014
Relevant Documents to Libel Threat
Tue, Feb 25, 2014, 8:29 pm // John Servais
The full text of Craig Cole's threatening letter of libel against the Whatcom Watch. And the emptiness of the threat.14 comments; last on Mar 04, 2014
Action Alert for Tonight: Waterfront Wildlife and Habitat Not Being Protected as Promised
Mon, Feb 24, 2014, 3:33 pm // Wendy Harris
We were led to believe the city would review waterfront wildlife and habitat connectivity. It turns out that the city intends to focus only on nearshore fish.0 comments
Wendy Harris on Citizen Journalism
Sat, Feb 22, 2014, 12:16 am // Wendy Harris
Accepting the Paul deArmond award of citizen journalism on Feb 7, Wendh Harris gave this speech. We think it deserves its own post.0 comments
Craig Cole Threatens Libel Suit
Wed, Feb 19, 2014, 4:48 pm // John Servais
Craig Cole, the local contact for the proposed Cherry Point coal port has threatened the Whatcom Watch with a libel lawsuit.5 comments; last on Mar 08, 2014
Do Changing Liquor and Marijuana Laws Affect DUIs
Mon, Feb 17, 2014, 7:26 am // Riley Sweeney
Riley digs through court data and discovers the real impact of privatization and legalization0 comments
Bellingham Seeks "Flexibility" To Sell Wholesale Rural Sewer Services
Sun, Feb 09, 2014, 9:35 pm // Wendy Harris
The mayor wants to amend a city law to increase flexibility for a GMA provision that should be used rarely, if ever at all.3 comments; last on Feb 11, 2014
The Hidden Costs of Costco
Sun, Feb 09, 2014, 2:36 pm // Wendy Harris
Costco imposes indirect costs on our community that are as real and tangible as road construction expenses.1 comments; last on Feb 13, 2014
Reid Boiler Works Burns Down
Sun, Feb 09, 2014, 9:13 am // John Servais
The old empty Reid Boiler Works industrial building in Fairhaven burned to the ground Saturday night.0 comments
Panem et Circenses - Why I Did Not Watch "The Super Bowl"
Mon, Feb 03, 2014, 5:30 am // Dick Conoboy
Professional and even college sports have morphed into a circus of corporate greed and the fleecing of the public.3 comments; last on Mar 01, 2014
Have You Exceeded Your Right To Information?
Sat, Feb 01, 2014, 12:35 am // Wendy Harris
Filing a public record request could land a citizen in jail under a proposal reflected in a Herald opinion article.2 comments; last on Feb 03, 2014
Wendy Harris Receives deArmond Award for Citizen Journalism
Wed, Jan 29, 2014, 6:18 am // Guest writer
Tim Johnson writes about the first recipient of the Paul deArmond Citizen Journalism award, Whatcom County writer Wendy Harris.3 comments; last on Feb 08, 2014
Anatomy of a Development Part XI - The Doldrums at University Ridge
Mon, Jan 20, 2014, 5:14 am // Dick Conoboy
The developers of University Ridge have been silent since shortly after the hearing examiner's decision on 23 October last year. Will they walk?0 comments
The Marijuana Bowl
Sun, Jan 19, 2014, 8:39 pm // John Servais
Super Bowl ... Weed Bowl ... This bud's for you ... Bong Bowl ... Marijuana Bowl ... whatever. It is on!1 comments; last on Jan 20, 2014
Port's Alternative Marina Analysis a Scam
Tue, Jan 14, 2014, 2:19 pm // Guest writer
Do we actually need to say that we, as citizens, want accurate information from government officials?1 comments; last on Jan 14, 2014
City too Poor for Power Pennies or Discrimination?
Fri, Dec 27, 2013, 4:00 am // Guest writer
Guest writer Barbara Perry writes about Bellingham Parks refusal to allow motorized wheel chairs to recharge at public electrical outlets.6 comments; last on Jan 03, 2014
Port Memo Addresses Marina Fraud Allegations
Fri, Dec 20, 2013, 3:56 pm // Wendy Harris
A Port of Bellingham internal memo tries, but fails, to justify changes in cost estimates for alternative marina sites.5 comments; last on Dec 22, 2013
Lummi Influence Over the Waterfront Planning Process Continues to Grow
Tue, Dec 17, 2013, 12:21 am // Wendy Harris
Army Corps advised DOE that it will not issue a waterfront permit without Lummi approval2 comments; last on Jan 13, 2014
Gary Jensen Not Running for State Senate
Mon, Dec 16, 2013, 12:30 pm // John Servais
Ferndale Mayor Gary Jensen has decided not to file for the 42nd state Senate seat currently held by Doug Ericksen.5 comments; last on Dec 24, 2013
Larrabee School; Its Future
Mon, Dec 09, 2013, 12:24 pm // Guest writer
Barbara Perry writes about the closed nature of the Bellingham School Board on the future of the Larrabee School.1 comments; last on Dec 15, 2013
Steal this Waterfront: Costs without Benefit
Sat, Dec 07, 2013, 8:23 pm // Tip Johnson
Wherein the direct, indirect, hidden and lost opportunity costs make this a waterfront boondoggle of billions3 comments; last on Dec 11, 2013
On Monday, City Council Votes "third and final" Approval of Waterfront Plan
Sat, Dec 07, 2013, 12:33 pm // Wendy Harris
Local activist calls on Bellingham City Council to table the unpopular waterfront plans and engage in meaningful public process2 comments; last on Dec 08, 2013
Lecture on County Water Issues Draws Crowd
Fri, Dec 06, 2013, 11:03 pm // Wendy Harris
The county will be required to consider water quality and water quantity when planning rural growth.3 comments; last on Dec 10, 2013
Video Exposes City Council Dysfunction on Waterfront Plan
Thu, Dec 05, 2013, 11:58 am // John Servais
The Political Junkie has posted a 3 minute video showing Bellingham City Council members explaining their idiocy for all of us to watch.2 comments; last on Dec 06, 2013
The Bellingham "Riot" - Let's Expand the Conversation
Thu, Dec 05, 2013, 5:00 am // Dick Conoboy
The post "riot" conversation is terribly lacking in several areas. We must expand the discussion or risk learning little from the experience.3 comments; last on Dec 15, 2013
Cascadia Weekly Blasts Waterfront Plan
Wed, Dec 04, 2013, 10:53 am // John Servais
Bellingham City Council and Port of Bellingham finalize the waterfront plan. In his weekly Gristle, Tim Johnson blasts the corrupt public process.4 comments; last on Dec 05, 2013
Waterfront Development Bonus Yet Another Bad Idea
Sat, Nov 30, 2013, 8:11 pm // Wendy Harris
The waterfront plan allows a development bonus for payments made to the Lake Whatcom land acquisition fund1 comments; last on Dec 01, 2013
City and Port Ready To Act on Waterfront Plan
Fri, Nov 29, 2013, 9:43 pm // Wendy Harris
A number of important issues need to be resolved before waterfront planning is complete, but the city council and port commission are ready to act.2 comments; last on Nov 30, 2013
Port Unable To Protect Public Safety
Fri, Nov 22, 2013, 9:01 pm // Wendy Harris
If the port can not construct the airport safely, should it be entrusted with dangerous waterfront cleanup work?0 comments
Walmart and McDonald's - Partners in Institutionalized Cluelessness
Wed, Nov 20, 2013, 5:03 am // Dick Conoboy
The advice coming from Walmart and McDonald's to its low paid employees becomes more and more bizarre and inane.0 comments
Anatomy of a Development - Part X Appeals of the Hearing Examiner's Decision
Tue, Nov 19, 2013, 5:35 am // Dick Conoboy
Ambling's motion to the hearing examiner for reconsideration was definitively rejected. The developer has not met the deadline for an appeal to the Superior Court0 comments
Smoking Gun: Fraud and Deception
Mon, Nov 18, 2013, 2:18 pm // Guest writer
In which we find the hidden core of the waterfront plan is rotten through and through7 comments; last on Nov 21, 2013
County Releases EIS, Prepares to Purchase Jail Site
Mon, Nov 18, 2013, 10:59 am // Riley Sweeney
The county takes two big steps forward on the new jail, while still missing the point0 comments
Noballmacare and Setting the False Standard
Thu, Nov 14, 2013, 1:39 am // Tip Johnson
Dear Mr. President, There's a sucker born every minute, and two to take him.7 comments; last on Nov 21, 2013
City Council Misled On Waterfront Planning
Wed, Nov 13, 2013, 3:16 pm // Wendy Harris
The city adminstration has been providing misleading/ incorrect information to the city council to avoid waterfront plan revisions.1 comments; last on Nov 18, 2013
Election Analysis: What Happened with the Port Races?
Tue, Nov 12, 2013, 10:21 am // Riley Sweeney
Riley crunches the numbers on Renata and McAuley's races to find answers2 comments; last on Nov 13, 2013
Puget Neighborhood Likely New Home for 1,300 Students
Tue, Nov 12, 2013, 5:16 am // Dick Conoboy
Puget Neighborhood will likely have in the immediate future 1,300 new rental units that will be marketed primarily to the student population.0 comments
Gloomy Fate For Waterfront Wildlife
Sat, Nov 09, 2013, 9:47 pm // Wendy Harris
The COB administration continues in its refusal to analyze waterfront wildlife issues, even though this is a prerequisite step in protecting wildlife from the impacts of development3 comments; last on Nov 10, 2013
Election Results - November 2013
Tue, Nov 05, 2013, 8:21 pm // John Servais
With lots of outside county money flowing in to our local races, this election is weird. But real - and we county residents have spoken.11 comments; last on Nov 09, 2013
Health Insurance Scams - Washington Not Spared
Mon, Nov 04, 2013, 9:55 am // Dick Conoboy
The call of the dollar speaks more loudly to health insurance companies than does the voice and well-being of the consumer, even here in Washington.8 comments; last on Nov 06, 2013
Anatomy of a Development - Part IX BMC Rule of Three Thwarts Plans
Thu, Oct 31, 2013, 10:19 am // Dick Conoboy
Four bedroom dorm rooms have been nixed by the hearing examiner. University Ridge may be in trouble as a cash cow for Ambling Development of Georgia3 comments; last on Nov 04, 2013
The Slaughterhouse Referendum - Citizens Opposing Widespread Slaughter (COWS)
Mon, Oct 28, 2013, 10:19 pm // Tip Johnson
Wherein we discover why we exert our rights - and grab some more petitions before it's too late3 comments; last on Nov 06, 2013
Dick's Picks for City Council - Burr and Petree
Mon, Oct 28, 2013, 12:00 am // Dick Conoboy
Independent voters are for independent thinkers on the city council. Vote for Burr and Petree.0 comments
Boulevard Park Reopens
Sat, Oct 26, 2013, 7:36 pm // John Servais
Beach reconstruction is done at Boulevard Park on the Bellingham waterfront. Paths along shore are again open - and it looks good.6 comments; last on Nov 01, 2013
Ken Bell and Renata for Port
Sun, Oct 20, 2013, 7:07 pm // John Servais
Ken Bell has my vote over Mike McAuley for port commissioner. And Renata Kowalczyk has it over Dan Robbins.8 comments; last on Oct 30, 2013
Anatomy of a Development Proposal - Part VIII The 12 October Riot and University Ridge
Tue, Oct 15, 2013, 3:16 pm // Dick Conoboy
The development of University Ridge will replicate the student ghetto that fueled the riot on 12 October.6 comments; last on Oct 25, 2013
COB Staff Manipulates Waterfront Planning for Controversial Overwater Walkway
Tue, Oct 15, 2013, 2:46 pm // Wendy Harris
Requesting waterfront handouts for the Overwater Walkway while proclaiming autonomy from further public review is unjustifiable.2 comments; last on Oct 16, 2013
Treaty Rights and Public Rights Ignored In Overwater Walkway
Tue, Oct 08, 2013, 2:22 pm // Wendy Harris
The city staff considers the overwater walkway a done deal before official approval or resolution of treaty right conflicts4 comments; last on Oct 16, 2013
Status Of Waterfront Analysis For Plants and Animals
Wed, Oct 02, 2013, 10:19 pm // Wendy Harris
The city administration asserts that there is no gap in waterplant plant and animal analysis0 comments
COB Habitat Restoration Master Plan Open House
Wed, Oct 02, 2013, 10:01 pm // Wendy Harris
Bellingham is holding an open house to introduce the public to its habitat restoration master plan, despite being at a preliminary draft stage3 comments; last on Oct 04, 2013
How the Coal Industry Funneled $40,000 into Whatcom
Wed, Oct 02, 2013, 5:40 am // Riley Sweeney
Riley uncovers how the Coal Industry is funding conservative candidates in Whatcom County11 comments; last on Oct 03, 2013
Wildlife Impacts Missing In COB Waterfront District EIS
Sat, Sep 28, 2013, 5:05 pm // Wendy Harris
The city and port have not addressed wildlife impacts from waterfront development and this should be done before a waterfront plan is enacted.0 comments
Government is Good
Sat, Sep 28, 2013, 2:20 pm // John Servais
As the right wing radicals seek to shut down our national government this week, we need to push back with common sense.8 comments; last on Oct 01, 2013
Anatomy of a Development Proposal - Part VII The Hearing on University Ridge
Fri, Sep 20, 2013, 7:09 am // Dick Conoboy
Hearing held on 11 September. Comment period extended 10 days. Effects on home owners already manifest.8 comments; last on Sep 22, 2013
Over $330,000 raised and spent on elections in Whatcom County
Thu, Sep 19, 2013, 6:08 am // Riley Sweeney
Riley examines who is donating to which candidates0 comments
City Council Waterfront Work Sessions Begin
Mon, Sep 09, 2013, 12:07 am // Wendy Harris
The staff will be explaining the public's concerns, but the public is not allowed to testify.0 comments
Waterfront Planning Before City Council and Port Commission
Fri, Sep 06, 2013, 2:52 pm // Wendy Harris
Elected officials continue to rely on inaccurate and misleading reports by the city and port staff regarding waterfront development.0 comments
Syrian War Perspectives: Jon Stewart
Wed, Sep 04, 2013, 8:37 am // John Servais
An attempt at linking to one or more writers who can help us make sense of going to war with Syria. An alternative to Kerry-Obama.0 comments
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Left, Yves Durif's Salon in the Carlyle hotel; right, Yves Durif.
New York City hairstylist Yves Durif might be one of Madison Avenue's marquee coiffeurs, but when I recently walked into his signature salon, which is nestled within the Carlyle hotel's Sense, a Rosewood Spa, I vowed not to let the Frenchman get near my chestnut-brown hair with his shears. Oh non, non! You see, Durif has built a cult clientele based on his Egg Theory: he believes that only one perfect shape exists—not the square or the circle, but the egg—and he adapts his cuts to any head shape so that the overall look resembles an oval archetype. In brief, he's famous for his short sculptural cuts. And I was not walking out of his salon with a bob.
But there's a reason that everyone from style icon Daphne Guinness to business magnate Martha Stewart, to Vanity Fair fashion maven Amy Fine Collins considers Durif to be a snip-master, so, in the name of investigative journalism, I decided to let him tell me about his theory—I just wouldn't test it out.Sitting at one of the two haircutting stations in his private room off his main salon, the gregarious Durif explained that the roots of his philosophy come from working with the late famed hairstylist Bruno Pittini. "You don't hear much about it, but every single French hairdresser in the city—Frédéric Fekkai, A.K.S., Serge Normandt, and Julien Farel, later on—all the big shots worked for Bruno," said Durif, his French accent punctuating his point. "In 1984, the salon was called Bruno Dessange. That was a branch of the main business, which was Jacques Dessange. Everyone comes from that. We were 11 stylists working in the same salon. The top guy, Bruno, had this amazing technique to cut hair. He could never put a name on it, although the result was always the same. When I say the same, I'm talking about volume. The volume was working. The result, in the end, is that everyone would always have an oval cut—always."
"Let's say that someone has a very round face," Durif continues, grabbing dry-erase markers from a nearby countertop. He starts drawing shapes on one of the mirrors in front of a cutting station. "I know for sure that I'm going to need to add volume on top. Or you see people with those long, rectangular faces. They always ask for volume; the hairdresser listens and puts volume on top. I say to them, Look, if your face is more of a rectangle—longer than wider—if I put more on top of something, it's going to make it longer. So I say, You do need volume, you just don't know where. You need it here. Boom! Oval. You go on and on like that. Some people have triangular shape this way. You know that you need a little volume on top, and a little on the side. If you have an inverse triangle, then you need absolutely no volume on the side."
He says he wished he could illustrate his point by showing me how he would fix various celebrities' hair. So I let him have a go at it.
Then he turned to me. "See, your haircut was oval," he said. "Now you are losing it. I see this." He puts his hands near my chin, indicating that he would chop off about six inches of my precious locks. "It would be very glamorous."
All of a sudden, something came over me, and I let him start snipping away. As our upbeat conversation turned from yoga to tapas bars, to Brooklyn, I watched as Durif liberated my look in a matter of minutes.
Oh la la! Glamorous indeed! In fact, a very scientific poll of my acquaintances indicates that it's perhaps the best cut I've ever gotten.
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The answers given by the Ole Miss players regarding whether quarterback Raymond Cotton should stay with the team or not predicted the outcome even before Cotton's final decision was made on Saturday.
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The location within the city of Bethesda, close to everything
Nice, clean, quiet.
Ac worked; Most of staff was very friendly and competent - loved the superintendent / parking monitor (older gentlemen).
It was just down the street from Walter Reed Military Medical Center at Bethesda. The Mexican Restaurant attached to the hotel had the best Mexican food I ever ate!
Fayetteville, NC
location; room size compact and convenient.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Clean facility
Friendly and responsive staff
Just a 10 minute walk from the Bethesda train station leading to Washington DC, this Bethesda, Maryland hotel features an outdoor pool and free Wi-Fi access. Each guest room at The American Inn of Bethesda features cable TV and a refrigerator. They are decorated in neutral colors, wood furnishings, and carpeted floors. Guests can visit the on-site business center and use the laundry facilities at the Bethesda American Inn. Daily newspapers are available in the hotel lobby. Shuttle services are offered to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, which is less than one mile away. Various restaurants, shops, and art galleries are within easy walking distance. We speak your language! Hotel Rooms: 76 Why use Booking.com?Why use Booking.com?Low ratesNo booking fees • Save money! • Best Price Guaranteed 434,134 properties worldwide
Including 116,903 vacation rentals Unbiased reviews26,220,000 reviews from real guests We speak your languageWebsite and customer service in English (US) and 41 other languages Booking is safeWhen you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection. OutdoorsOutdoor Pool ActivitiesGolf Course (within 2 miles), Fitness Center Food & DrinkRestaurant, Bar InternetFree! Wi-Fi is available in all areas and is free of charge. ParkingPublic parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 15 per day. ServicesVending Machine (Drinks), Vending Machine (Snacks), Shuttle Service (Free), 24-Hour Front Desk, Express Check-in/Check-out, Baggage Storage, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Daily Housekeeping, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Fax/Photocopying, Souvenir/Gift Shop GeneralNewspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Heating, All Spaces Non-Smoking (Public and Private), Designated Smoking Area Check-inFrom 3:00 PM Check-outUntil 11:00 AM Cancellation/
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Score from 90 reviews
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Residence Inn Bethesda DowntownThis hotel is in Bethesda and is 8 miles from downtown Washington DC. The hotel offers a rooftop seasonal pool, hot tub, and suites with full kitchens.Most recent booking for this hotel was today at 05:06
Score from 23 reviews
- 9/10


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Montee releases TV ad criticising Lt. Gov. Kinder
Democratic challenger Susan Montee is criticizing Republican Lt. Gov. Peter Kinder over hotel bills and dealings with a stripper in a new TV ad.
Kinder used personal funds to reimburse the state more than $54,000 for lodging following reports by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that he spent hundreds of nights at St. Louis hotels. Kinder also acknowledged frequenting an Illinois strip club in the 1990s after an article in the Riverfront Times newspaper.
Montee's TV spot raises both issues.
On Wednesday, Kinder's campaign pointed to an online video posted two years ago that shows Montee speaking in a hallway during a Democratic event. Montee — who was then seeking re-election as state auditor — is shown holding a cup and praising the margaritas being served and suggesting a margarita machine fundraiser.