The Battle For The Bluffs
I’ve spent quite a bit of time over the past few years observing and participating in the ongoing debate that occurs between environmentalists, developers and industrialists. One that is more often than not barren of the fruits of compromise, even when compromise makes sense for everyone involved.
And of course there are times when compromise is not possible, and no offer of compromise should be given. The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge is one such example.
It’d be a whole lot easier to deal with if we were really just sitting around, laughing and making fun of one another, but of course, we’re not. Most of the time a lot is at stake, perhaps damage that can never be undone. At least not by man.
The continuing debate about the future of our riverfront is an example of where compromise does make sense, as both sides of the debate agree on the core issue that something needs to be done to improve the area known as the Public Promenade. Unfortunately, both sides are far apart, but Friends of Our Riverfront are hopeful that meaningful discussions can take place, resulting in a plan that makes sense for all. It remains to be seen whether the Riverfront Development Corporation is equally willing, but Vegas odds makers are saying the chances of discussions, much less compromise, are not good.