Not to go ahead with long-standing plans to put Pierson through would greatly damage that investment. As a general contractor like Mr. Miles, I can tell you that they are very expensive to build and very dangerous for residents to maneuver through. While I am asking for the council s support, I am also willing to do my share. Recently, I offered the village space at greatly reduced rates in the brand new building that was just completed directly on Pierson Road. The space was to be used for a very visible Sheriff s sub-station.
Nothing slows down traffic like a highly visible police presence.
I understand that the village is contemplating building a new village hall sometime in the next few years. I would like to point out that most cities keep the police building separate from city hall to avoid patrol cars interfering with the coming and goings of residents. I would also like to point out that land for government buildings is extremely limited and valuable. My offer still stands while space is available. In closing, let me again thank you and the council for all the courage and wisdom you have shown during the first five years.