McEUEN: Look forward, not back

I am looking forward, not back. I am looking forward to 5 more acres of park land. I am looking forward to covered, downtown parking. I am looking forward to looking out at McEuen Park and not seeing fences crisscrossing the park. I am looking forward to having a picnic in a new shelter. I am looking forward to flush toilets in the park! I am looking forward to watching the neighborhood children playing in the splash pad. I am looking forward to an improved Centennial Trail where cyclists are not competing with pedestrians for space.

I am looking forward to a waterfront where markets, art shows and events can be held. I am looking forward to strolling along the new pathways that will open up new areas within the park. I am looking forward to a beautiful promenade along Front Avenue with benches, flowers and nice, wider sidewalks.

I am looking forward to an end to all the negativity. I am looking forward to seeing Mayor Bloem and City Council members Kennedy, Goodlander and McEvers continue to serve our beautiful, forward looking city.

TINA JOHNSON

Coeur d’Alene