I am writing in response to the letter by David Swift (‘Tuttleville’ Is Coming, Aug. 24); and let me digress a moment to say “thank you” to Mr. Swift for his continued, honest devotion to our village.
As a resident of Royal Palm Beach, I have serious concerns regarding the council’s Tuttleville project. This is not a development that will benefit Royal Palm Beach. It is a regional development that will draw people from the Glades, West Palm Beach and everyone north and south of our village. Just as the Walmart has brought serious and constant crime to our community, so will Tuttleville.
The next concern is traffic. Seriously, what is the mayor thinking? Southern Blvd. and State Road 7 are traffic nightmares, especially at the intersection. What magic wand is he waving that all this will be solved? I, too, would like to see some real data that this will not impact our roads and highway safety. Frankly, I don’t believe that is possible.
And, lastly, how do retail and restaurant jobs improve employment in our area? They are low-paying, part-time positions and do not offer anything of value to our community. This entire project is a blight on what was once a family community.
There could have been many more choices than this. I think that Mr. Tuttle and his builder investors are way too invested in our mayor and council.
Gen Weiler, Royal Palm Beach
