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Residents question Brightline safety and city dealings as unsolicited Memorial Park proposals draw criticism
Summary
Speakers at the CRA criticized Brightline's safety record and finances and urged the city to slow work on a Terr(a/ia) Frisbie/Tara Frisbee proposal to redevelop Memorial Park, citing lack of appraisals, potential consultant conflicts and a need for public review before committing CRA resources.
Multiple residents used the CRA public comment period on Oct. 27 to raise alarms about Brightline train safety and to criticize recent unsolicited proposals to redevelop Memorial Park.
John Perlman cited a recent Atlantic article he said reported that 41 people died on the Brightline line last year and argued the city should be cautious about investing public money in private rail infrastructure. He said Brightline recently missed a bond payment he…
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