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The town finally agreed to conduct the study for 35 Leroy Ave. It has been a long and draining road to get this far but seeing our demand met proves that persistence pays off. Now we watch closely to ensure they follow through with the actual planning.

August 8, 2009

The Untapped Jewel of 35 Leroy Ave

The Untapped Jewel of 35 Leroy Ave

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Started by Anonymous 17 years, 4 months ago
We, the undersigned, believe that the most important unmet needs for the current residents of the Town of Darien are (i) a new Senior/Community Center & (ii) market-rate 2/3 bedroom condominiums for those choosing to downsize. Further, that 35 Leroy Ave (the old library site) is a $4.2 million crown jewel asset which is a perfect site to meet either of the above needs and that, especially in light of the current financial crisis, a comprehensive study be conducted to determine (a)viability and (b)which of the above uses is most appropriate on that vacant site.

Updates

May 21, 2009

The feedback I keep hearing from you all confirms that the old library site is currently a wasted opportunity for our town. I have been spending my evenings trying to get someone in the planning office to actually look at these proposals. It is exhausting work to keep pushing against this wall of silence but I am not walking away from this.

Reached 100 supporters

May 21, 2009

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David Phillips
17 years ago Featured

need to get moving on this. we keep talking about it but nothing happens. stop letting it rot.

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Mike Chopra
17 years ago Featured

Darien needs condos for down-sizers bad. My parents want to stay here but can't find anything that isnt a massive house.

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Sarah Griffin
17 years ago Featured

its just sitting there empty. what a waste of prime space when seniors have nowhere to go in town.

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Linda Sullivan
17 years ago Featured

DARIEN NEEDS THIS. GET IT DONE.

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Tom Graham
17 years ago Featured

that spot is perfect for a senior center. parking is easy and its right near the center of town.

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Karen Lawson
17 years ago Featured

finally someone is bringing this up. that empty lot is an eyesore and we are paying taxes for it to just sit there.