Betsy Peabody Sent - City of Bainbridge Island

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From: Chris Van Dyk Sent: Thu 8/19/2010 11:02 AM To: ‘Val Tollefson’; ‘Wini Jones’; Tami Allen; ‘Stephen Streufert’; ‘Paul Ziakin’; ‘Kevin Dwyer’; ‘John Doerschuk’; ‘John Demeyer’; ‘Jim Reilly’; ‘Grant Dull’; ‘Eric Turloff’; ‘Deb Rudnick’; ‘Cindy Robinson’; ‘Betsy Peabody’; ‘Debbi Lester’; Council Subject: RE: WSF property disposition issue Val’s points are excellent, and I wish to concur with all of them. From an ‘investment’ perspective, ‘taking the money’ now, in my view, is short-sighted. Revenue generating opportunity from public/private development of the property----and from informal discussion and review that I have had with marine industry participants, the property is large enough if used creatively, for uses that would both benefit the community and be profitable for a lessee----that future development will result in the community getting both the property, and from even nominal leasehold payment plus tax revenue, the investment capital with which to pursue not only that development but with revenue from a long term lease and taxes, other improvements around the harbor. Before discounting the revenue generating capability of the property, and acting in a way {‘taking the money now’} that precludes its use for the long term developement option, I would strongly urge the Council to formally approach the marketplace in the form of an RFP or other mechanism that is of minimal cost to the City. Unfortunately, I share the scepticism expressed by many that the City could effectively, and certainly quickly, conceive and invest the money in other projects with this degree of potential benefit. Regardless, the downside to getting the property and control over its future use is limited. Even if the City were to ultimately just sell it, or use it passively, whatever use could not possibly be worse or less beneficial to the community than as currently used by the ferry system --- a parking lot for Seattle-based ferry workers who ought to be more efficiently utilizing (their own) public transportation by walking, both aboard the ferry and the last quarter mile to their jobs..... As a disclaimer, I would simply note that I strongly support the continued presence of the ferry maintenance terminal where it is. But part of that use should be the best and highest use of the land-----either use it intensively for an industrial, waterfront use of demonstrable economic or recreational use for the public, or give it over to those who will so use it. With all due respect, I am, Sincerely yours, Chris Van Dyk Principal Owner, Bainbridge Media Group, Inc.
From: CINDY and GREGG ROBINSON Sent: Thu 8/19/2010 2:10 PM To: Council Subject: WSF land and money offer Dear Council Members, I attended last night’s meeting, led by Debi Lester, regarding the current proposal by WSF to deed back land to the COBI, and/or provide funds to further enhance projects in or around Eagle Harbor. In representing the boating community, I feel very strongly that if the City must choose between the land and the money, the best choice would be to take the land. Presently, Eagle Harbor is a most desireable destination for boaters in Puget Sound, but unfortunately, is not welcoming in the least; there is no guest moorage to speak of, and the harbor is so cluttered with liveaboards and derelict boats, it is difficult, if not impossible, to find a safe and decent anchorage. Eagle Harbor Yacht Club has reciprocal arrangements with 32 other yacht clubs in the Puget Sound Region, and while we are welcome to use their facilities, we have very little to offer them in the way of boating ammenities. Think of the lost revenue as a result of turning so many people away, throughout the summer months especially. I look forward to the day when Eagle Harbor is returned to her maritime heritage and can welcome boaters with decent guest moorage and marina facilities. Respectfully, Cindy Robinson Commodore, Eagle Harbor Yacht Club
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