Right now the process isn t as efficient as it could be. A lot of energy and time is spent with people lobbying and debating at meetings. Another concern on the plate of Newport s planning department is the loss of Newport s residential character. Hence, the recent proposal for Neighborhood Business Districts. A transformation into a major tourist destination is good but puts you in danger of losing the traditional residential characteristics.
Tourists are amazed by our mansions, and natural attractions.
But we can t forget that this is a working, living city, not Walt Disney World. Bronk believes we can learn from others. As for parking, Bronk believes the city needs to ensure enough spaces for the vehicles entering Newport. But there are really two issues. The first is location.