Bramson 2006 Vision-Leadership Invitation
In September 2006, then-appointed New Rochelle Mayor Noam Bramson held a fundraiser to launch his first campaign for Mayor in his own right. The invitation contains a list of goals — some attained, some not and some outdated.
BUILDING A NEW CITY
A Resurgent Downtown With New Housing, Shops, Restaurants and Retail Streetscape
Improvements On North Avenue & Other Major Arteries
Free Wireless Internet Access In Our Central Business District
Enhanced Architectural Standards For Our Emerging SkylinePRESERVING OUR HERITAGE
Rehabilitate Historic Main Street Facades
Renovate Our War Memorials & Historic Monuments
Recognize Sites & Structures With Historic Significance
Adopt Zoning To Encourage Historic PreservationPROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT
Expand Protections For Open Space & Parkland
Reduce Energy Consumption & Adopt Green Building Standards
Improve Water Quality In Long Island Sound
Create A Bicycle & Pedestrian Friendly CommunityRECLAIMING OUR WATERFRONT
Create A New Public Shoreline Promenade
Introduce Parkland, Housing and Shops on Echo Bay
Establish Pedestrian Links Among Our Waterfront Parks
Restore Sensitive Aquatic HabitatsINVESTING IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS
Promote Safety Through A New Traffic Calming Program
Beautify Public Spaces And Neighborhood Amenities
Adopt Zoning To Preserve Neighborhood Character & Prevent Overgrowth
Improve Our Storm Water Infrastructure To Prevent FloodingBRINGING US TOGETHER
Encourage Community Service Through New Volunteer Initiative
Offer Opportunities To Young People With Mentoring & Training
Enhance Coverage Of Community Events On Improved NRTV
Provide Better Communications & Information From City Hall
How do you think Noam has done so far, 8 years later?