The project to build that destructive seawall is officially cancelled and we secured the right to repair the historic wall instead. Thank you to the 7,090 people who pushed back against this plan. We will be watching the construction process closely to ensure the work stays on track and protecting …
December 3, 2014
Final supporters
On June 24th, at 6pm, there will be a hearing at the Coastal Resources Management Council at 1 Capitol Hill in Providence. The topic....which seawall comes to Matunuck. The Town of South Kingstown wants to build a seawall which will be built along the road, at the cost of the tax payers for several million dollars. Our position is that it will destroy the beach, it will destroy the Ocean Mist and will not protect the road, the water main or the people of Matunuck.
Not only will their proposed wall not protect anything, the act of drilling the sheet piles for it will most likely damage the Ocean Mist irreparably.
Our position is that it makes more sense to re-build the existing seawall, where it has historically been for many years. This wall is farther out towards the ocean, will better protect the road, the water main, the beach, the Ocean Mist, Tara's Pub and many private landowners. AND it would be at Kevin Finnegan's, the owner of the Ocean Mists expense. The Town can use the State's Department of Transportation (DOT) money to do other projects in other areas of the Town.
Since Hurricane Sandy, there is increased precedent for permits to be granted for the rebuilding of sea walls like the one that has historically existedadjacent tothe Ocean Mist. The Ocean Mist and Kevin Finnegan want to take on the responsibility and thecost to repair and maintain the already existing historic wall, which in our eyes is a win ~ win for everyone.
How can you help, signing this petition is a help. Sending letters to your local and state representatives showing your support for a decision in our favor. Lastly,you can go tothe CRMC hearing, being held in Providence at 6pm on June 24th to show your support in person.Whatever you can do would be appreciated.
Thank your for all your help and years of support!
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
September 6, 2014
July 9, 2014
The Town is still pushing for a plan that ignores the history of this coastline and wastes your tax dollars. Call the office of the Town Manager today and tell them to accept the private funding offer for the historical wall repair instead.
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 9, 2014
Reached 100 supporters
June 9, 2014
June 6, 2014
We need to hit one thousand signatures before we walk into the hearing room at the Coastal Resources Management Council. Post this link on your Facebook page right now and text three friends who live in South Kingstown to get them on board. This is our moment to force them to listen to our alternative plan.
2,024 Comments
As a South Kingston resident and Ocean Mist regular I am appalled. How could our Town Council possibly justify such a change to our shoreline? Why would we endanger a R.I. landmark? Where can we get more information about what the town is proposing?
The ocean mist is a beautiful and meaningful place for many Rhode Islanders and out of towners. I would much rather see a restoration of the current barrier which would potentially save the Mist and perhaps save tax payers money as well.
There's something so special about Matunuck, the community and the businesses in the area. It would be such a shame to lose all that without even trying to rebuilding the existing seawall that's protected the area for years and years.
The Ocean Mist withstood Sandy thanks to Finnegan's foresight. Allow him to pay and do it the right way without all the government cost and red tape. It can be revisited if it does not work but it can be destroyed by building the wall.
the long term answer to erosion from east matunuck to green hill is an offshore reef..not a breakweater of stone..but a reef..possibly from military surplus..it would be a fish habitat ...sadsly, we will probably never see it in our lifetime
Save Ocean Mist. It's a popular Rhode Island landmark for many of us in our 20's, 30's 40's 50's and yes 60's too!
Save the memories, the music AND the beach. Give Kevin a chance to rebuild the wall.
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The project to build that destructive seawall is officially cancelled and we secured the right to repair the historic wall instead. Thank you to the 7,090 people who pushed back against this plan. We will be watching the construction process closely to ensure the work stays on track and protecting …
December 3, 2014
Final supporters
On June 24th, at 6pm, there will be a hearing at the Coastal Resources Management Council at 1 Capitol Hill in Providence. The topic....which seawall comes to Matunuck. The Town of South Kingstown wants to build a seawall which will be built along the road, at the cost of the tax payers for several million dollars. Our position is that it will destroy the beach, it will destroy the Ocean Mist and will not protect the road, the water main or the people of Matunuck.
Not only will their proposed wall not protect anything, the act of drilling the sheet piles for it will most likely damage the Ocean Mist irreparably.
Our position is that it makes more sense to re-build the existing seawall, where it has historically been for many years. This wall is farther out towards the ocean, will better protect the road, the water main, the beach, the Ocean Mist, Tara's Pub and many private landowners. AND it would be at Kevin Finnegan's, the owner of the Ocean Mists expense. The Town can use the State's Department of Transportation (DOT) money to do other projects in other areas of the Town.
Since Hurricane Sandy, there is increased precedent for permits to be granted for the rebuilding of sea walls like the one that has historically existedadjacent tothe Ocean Mist. The Ocean Mist and Kevin Finnegan want to take on the responsibility and thecost to repair and maintain the already existing historic wall, which in our eyes is a win ~ win for everyone.
How can you help, signing this petition is a help. Sending letters to your local and state representatives showing your support for a decision in our favor. Lastly,you can go tothe CRMC hearing, being held in Providence at 6pm on June 24th to show your support in person.Whatever you can do would be appreciated.
Thank your for all your help and years of support!
Updates
Reached 5,000 supporters
September 6, 2014
July 9, 2014
The Town is still pushing for a plan that ignores the history of this coastline and wastes your tax dollars. Call the office of the Town Manager today and tell them to accept the private funding offer for the historical wall repair instead.
Reached 1,000 supporters
June 9, 2014
Reached 100 supporters
June 9, 2014
June 6, 2014
We need to hit one thousand signatures before we walk into the hearing room at the Coastal Resources Management Council. Post this link on your Facebook page right now and text three friends who live in South Kingstown to get them on board. This is our moment to force them to listen to our alternative plan.
2,024 Comments
These properties are landmarks and destinations. They are thriving local businesses, job creators, and taxpayers. In addition, the town's proposed wall will forever change the character of this unique location. Please reconsider Mr. Finnegan's proposed solution.
As a South Kingston resident and Ocean Mist regular I am appalled. How could our Town Council possibly justify such a change to our shoreline? Why would we endanger a R.I. landmark? Where can we get more information about what the town is proposing?
The ocean mist is a beautiful and meaningful place for many Rhode Islanders and out of towners. I would much rather see a restoration of the current barrier which would potentially save the Mist and perhaps save tax payers money as well.
There's something so special about Matunuck, the community and the businesses in the area. It would be such a shame to lose all that without even trying to rebuilding the existing seawall that's protected the area for years and years.
The Ocean Mist withstood Sandy thanks to Finnegan's foresight. Allow him to pay and do it the right way without all the government cost and red tape. It can be revisited if it does not work but it can be destroyed by building the wall.
the long term answer to erosion from east matunuck to green hill is an offshore reef..not a breakweater of stone..but a reef..possibly from military surplus..it would be a fish habitat ...sadsly, we will probably never see it in our lifetime
Save Ocean Mist. It's a popular Rhode Island landmark for many of us in our 20's, 30's 40's 50's and yes 60's too!
Save the memories, the music AND the beach. Give Kevin a chance to rebuild the wall.
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These properties are landmarks and destinations. They are thriving local businesses, job creators, and taxpayers. In addition, the town's proposed wall will forever change the character of this unique location. Please reconsider Mr. Finnegan's proposed solution.