| Change is inevitable. Growth is optional. Undoubtedly in the past century, residents and transplants expressed skepticism and opposition at times of major change to our community.
In 1891 Sinclair Inlet swampland later became Puget Sound Naval Shipyard; in 1918 City General later became Harrison Medical Center; in 1930 the Manette Bridge changed the need for the Mosquito Fleet; in 1946 Olympic College began classes; in 1977 the pristine Hood Canal welcomed Bangor; and in the 80’s the Kitsap Mall consumed pastureland.
The good ol’ days… K-Mart was the end of the road on Wheaton Way, phone numbers began with MY2, and the main highway north was Viking Way.
International Speedway Corporation has invited new change. Before finalizing opinions, suspend your disbeliefs, and get acquainted with factual information. ISC will be asking the legislators to support efforts to allow for sales tax bonds for the additional 166 million (an investment opportunity, not give away or borrowed money). Conservative fiscal analysis of this opportunity projects millions of dollars returning to local and state revenues. Urging your legislators, and elected officials, to support such action will allow continued conversation at a local level.
The duplication of the Norwegian fjords attracted my family to this area. I like the good ol’ days too. Progress brings change. Without change, we would not have the above. Be involved, be educated, shape that change.
Stacey Tucker Nelson
Bremerton | 