To Concerned Citizens of Historic Point Washington

[Dave Rauschkolb]

At the commissioners meeting on Tuesday we were successful in delaying the approval of the Oaks at Eden Development for two more weeks. Thanks to all who helped with research and sending letters to the commissioners. The Commissioners asked the Developer, Hendco to meet with us to try to work out a compromise.

We are asking your help to send this letter to the commissioners or pass it on to anyone who has not yet sent one to them. We are asking them to deny the development unless they modify it to be compatible with the existing community of Historic Point Washington. Thank you for all your help!! Also Randy Harelson and Jim Foley were interviewed on WMBB TV last night about our efforts!! If you agree with our efforts PLEASE send a letter to the Commissioners. THANK YOU!!!

Dave Rauschkolb

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS:

? Dist. 1 ? Scott Brannon, (850) 622-3081, brascott@co.walton.fl.us
? Dist. 2 ? Kenneth Pridge, (850) 834-6328, prikenneth@co.walton.fl.us
? Dist. 3 ? Larry Jones, (850) 892-8474, jonlarry@co.walton.fl.us
? Dist. 4 ? Ro Cuchens, (850) 835-4834, cucro@co.walton.fl.us
? Dist. 5 ? Cindy Meadows, (850) 622-3059, meacindy@co.walton.fl.us




Dear Commissioner,
Please count me as a concerned citizen opposed to the height and density of the proposed Oaks At Eden Development. It does not meet compatibility requirements with the surrounding neighborhoods of Pt. Washington.

Sincerely,
Your Name
Your Address

 

[Smiling JOe]

Dave, sorry I couldn't attend the meeting on Tuesday. I did see the story on this morning's news.
What are the chances that Tim (Tim Henderson of Hendco) will actually sit down with the locals of Pt Washington to discuss ideas for changes to his plan? I know Tim can be a stubborn old mule at times. By the way, I dig your little place back there, next to the subject property.

For the record, I think it is great to hear residents say that they are not opposed to development, as long as it fits the surrounding area. I heard both Randy and Foley say this in the interviews. Otherwise, Commissioners might think that the residents of Pt Washington were against every type of development, and the crying voices would not be heard. Great job of being both professional and concerned. :clap_1:

For everyone concerned with only 30-A, I urge you to remember that today this development may not concern you, but remember who you want to be on your side, when the day comes and you are the one being affected. Stand up and make your voice known, and help fight to keep the integrity of one of the first two settlements in this area. Alone, we may fail, but together, we make a great chorus.

 

[Dave Rauschkolb]

Well said Joe, good words, thanks for your support and insight. We met a little over a week ago and all agreed our message should be to welcome the development yet be very direct and specific that this is not about anything but compatibility and it isn't. We have the resources to drag this out a very long time if necessary. We don't plan on giving up any time soon.

As for weather Tim Henderson will be reasonable remains to be seen. Pretty much at the meeting they did not budge an inch. They made a few non binding promises and lowered the heights from 40 to 38 feet. Big deal! We will not settle for any more than 32 feet (2 1/2 stories) and 4 units per acre, not 6 & 1/2.

Peter Horn with the Eden's landing development came to the community and listened. He modified his plan even against the advice of his investors to do the right thing for the community as a whole and it will come back to him ten fold. There is no substitute for community support and nothing worse then community scorn. These guys have an opportunity to step up to the plate and turn this around. I sincerely hope they do.

If you want to help, feel free to join the HPWA to make the designation of Point Washington as a historic town. You might have to be less anonymous though. Thanks Joe

 

[Smiling JOe]

If you want to help, feel free to join the HPWA to make the designation of Point Washington as a historic town. You might have to be less anonymous though. Thanks Joe

You never know, I may already be a member. :scratch:

 

[Dave Rauschkolb]

HA HA HA HA HA HA!!!!!! A Haa! I think you could be Kurt's alter ego/pseudonym

 

[Miss Kitty]

HA HA HA HA HA HA!!!!!! A Haa! I think you could be Kurt's alter ego/pseudonym

Hmmmmm...where's Angela Lansbury?

 

[Rita]

For everyone concerned with only 30-A, I urge you to remember that today this development may not concern you, but remember who you want to be on your side, when the day comes and you are the one being affected. Stand up and make your voice known, and help fight to keep the integrity of one of the first two settlements in this area. Alone, we may fail, but together, we make a great chorus.

I sent out the e-mail today, personalized a little. We looked at lots in Pt. Washington when we bought. Nice area.

 

[Kurt]

HA HA HA HA HA HA!!!!!! A Haa! I think you could be Kurt's alter ego/pseudonym

I couldn't possibly shoot that many pictures.


Look for a tall, kind stranger, with a smile, wearing

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[Smiling JOe]

I couldn't possibly shoot that many pictures.


Look for a tall, kind stranger, with a smile, wearing

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Now I cannot wear my

Thanks for nothin' ;-)

It gets difficult trying to remember which username I am typing under.

Stranger in Walton Co? Nah.

 

[Jdarg]

SJ- I picture you walking down the street with a little frog parade behind you. Little happy frogs all drinking Guinness.