To the editor:
We will soon be voting on whether to extend Maple Street. The City of Pratt (you and I) already own the property located East of Parkway Avenue and Maple Street to Highway 61. Since we own this property, we should want to make it as attractive as possible to entice people to buy lots, develop and begin expansion towards the future Highway 54 by-pass.
Extending Maple Street through this property will tie this addition into the city. It will also provide two points of access, one from Highway 61 and one from Maple Street. Having multiple access points is important to fire, emergency and medical crews in accessing areas in times of need.
Blending this property into the existing city makes it more attractive and protects and promotes your and my investment. Your vote for this extension not only enhances your property, it shows your support of your elected commissioners and their ability to look to the future growth and development of our City.
If you don’t vote at all, you are saying you do not care about Pratt and its future. Vote Tuesday, May 25, 2010.
Frank Laubhan
