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Public Comment
From:Brian DeMers <
Sent:Monday, November 9, 2020 4:58 PM
To:Public Comment
Cc:Harry Sidhu (Mayor); Stephen Faessel; Denise Barnes; Jordan Brandman; Jose Moreno;
Lucille Kring; Trevor O'Neil
Subject:Oppose the sale of Cultural Arts Center (Anaheim Ballet)
Council members and city leaders,
Please vote against the proposed sale of the Cultural Arts Center at 280 E Lincoln Ave, home of the Anaheim Ballet, on
the agenda for 11/10.
Our residents, council members, mayors, and city staff have done tremendous work to revitalize Downtown Anaheim
and highlight the rich history of our city.
While much of this work has included restoration and preservation of historic homes and buildings (i.e. The Packing
House, Kramer building, Mills Act homes, etc), we have also seen redevelopment of large areas for “mixed” use (Alexan
CtrCity, Harbor Lofts, etc).
The most successful projects from, from my simple point of view, have been those that maintain the integrity and story
of the existing structures.
To redevelop this site into high-density housing (over 80 units/acre) would rob Downtown Anaheim of its history and its
culture.
If redevelopment is necessary, or more revenue is needed from this site, please explore ways to revitalize as another
anchor in our growing downtown. It is walking distance to the Packing District, Pearson Park, and Center Street, and
would be well positioned for cultural festivals and events.
I am proud to live in Anaheim, and I’m proud of what our leaders and our community have done to create the city we
have today. Please do not sell our culture and our history. It should remain with the city and the residents for the future.
- Brian DeMers, Resident
S Olive St, District 3
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