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Letters to the Editor
Welcome dreamers with new businesses
November 19, 2011
I view the recent media coverage regarding Litebox’s ambitious plans to locate in Indianapolis as counterproductive
to the reputation our city and state have earned for welcoming business with open arms.
MoreNo NCAA outcry about Penn State?
November 19, 2011
Perhaps it was publishing deadlines that led Bill Benner and the IBJ to miss the local angle to the Penn State scandal.
MoreAlcohol commission went too far
November 19, 2011
Your [Nov. 5] story about the upcoming auction of alcohol permits by the Alcohol & Tobacco Commission failed to tell the
whole story.
MoreFight for schools
November 19, 2011
Mike Hicks tells readers to “vote with their feet” if their local school districts don’t improve in a few
years. From the perspective of true community leadership, this philosophy of action is wrong.
MoreRusthoven adds to political cynicism
November 5, 2011
I was surprised to read Peter Rusthoven’s incendiary [Oct. 31] column accusing Melina Kennedy of making borderline “criminal
accusations” against Mayor Ballard.
MoreAnother window for smoke-free air
October 29, 2011
We’re just days away from the next mayoral election in Indianapolis, and if the stumping at a recent debate holds true,
supporters of smoke-free air may have reason to celebrate sooner rather than later.
MoreKudos for this year's Corporate Challenge
October 27, 2011
Hats off to Indiana Sports Corp. for executing the 2011 Corporate Challenge. This community event brings together Indiana
businesses for two days of friendly competition aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles and office camaraderie.
MoreThe other side of McRobbie's speech
October 22, 2011
Most of Michael McRobbie’s comments in his state of the university message [“Public in name only,” Oct.
15] stem from his unhappiness with two actions of the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, both of which are supported
by the Legislature.
MoreEducation creates improbable allies
October 22, 2011
It’s clear to even the most casual observer that President Obama and Gov. Mitch Daniels don’t agree on much, but
the two leaders have found some common ground over the last three years on an issue that affects every American: public education.
MoreWhy women matter
October 22, 2011
The Mayor’s Office in Indianapolis is not in step with women. Out of 17 top positions, the administration has only one
appointment that is a woman.
MoreBallard has failed transparency test
October 8, 2011
I must express my concern and dismay with Mayor Ballard’s failure to live up to his stated objectives for governing
Indianapolis.
MoreObama's economy is working pretty well
October 8, 2011
Honestly, I tire of millionaires [Oct. 3 Rusthoven Viewpoint] telling the rest of us how we should appreciate the tax breaks
and low rates they pay and how this will benefit society, economy, jobs, etc.
MoreTea Partiers misread
October 8, 2011
Ann DeLaney [letters, Sept. 26] cites a study by university professors to justify her position and that of U.S. Rep. Andre
Carson that the Tea Party is “racist.”
MoreSolar farm is a tax
October 1, 2011
The fundamental economic principle behind this project is outrageous and unjustifiable payments to be made by IPL to the airport
(and by extension, the project developer/operator) under its “Renewable Energy Production” tariff.
MoreInsurance column made good points
October 1, 2011
Anita Woudenberg’s [Sept. 12 Forefront column] made a lot of good points about how Hoosiers can solve our own insurance
problems in a less-expensive manner than that of a federal mandate.
MoreKostas is the real deal
October 1, 2011
I was amused after reading the Sept. 26 letter to the editor from District 4 Republican City-County Councilor Christine Scales.
MoreOne Republican worth your vote
October 1, 2011
The main reason I would vote to re-elect Mayor Ballard is that I am an avid and devoted cyclist.
MoreBelieve Kostas: Vote for Scales
September 24, 2011
After reading the [Sept. 12] Viewpoint by Kostas Poulakidas, I can only conclude that I will receive his vote in the Nov.
8 municipal elections. I am exactly what Kostas is looking for in a city-county councilor.
MoreSome Tea Partiers tinged with racism
September 24, 2011
According to Peter Rusthoven, skin color is absolutely no part of any attacks on President Obama.
MoreAssumptions hurt Libman, others
September 24, 2011
When any president or CEO leaves, a review and audit are routinely done to reassure the organization that all was handled
correctly and that there was no illegal behavior, so they can move forward with a new leader.
MoreWork should be meaningful, too
September 17, 2011
Greg Morris’ Aug 29 column “Don’t forget that work needs to be fun” resonated with me.
MoreRCA Dome 'insanity'
September 17, 2011
What never seems to get mentioned anymore is that we, the citizens of Indianapolis, are still on the hook for around $70 million
on a facility (RCA Dome) that was reduced to an ash heap three years ago.
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The basic idea of nice apartments with parking and retail is a good one, but this design seems overwhelmingly big/tall for Broad Ripple. The size could be disguised a bit with lots of big trees/landscaping, but the complex is too massive to blend in easily. That section of canal between College and Westfield will also need to be upgraded on both sides. Nice apartments facing onto a nice promenade with shade trees/plantings could bring together the canal towpath/Monon recreation, the outdoor seating at existing restaurants, and this project into something that upgrades the whole area. A plan for the whole stretch makes more sense than facing nice new housing onto what looks like a ditch. Is there a plan? Does the public have input? Who pays? The apartment idea seems to be reasonable, but Whole Foods is not a good idea for appropriate retail. Besides the store being physically too big, there are already Fresh Market at 54xCollege and Whole Foods in Nora for fancy groceries. Good Earth and Kroger are within walking distance of the Shell site. There are at least 7 grocery stores within a safe bike ride. Whole Foods would add nothing but traffic congestion. This design is on the right track, but there needs to be more work done to ensure that it blends in with and enhances the existing community. A project that large will set a tone for that whole part of town. It could be a real asset, but only if done right.