Reader Spotlight: 'Renters Have No Permanent Loyalty To the Community'

Patch reader Fritz Kirsch this to say in response to our latest article on the Firmenich property proposal.

"Renters have no permanent loyalty to the community they are temporarily roosting in. They are generally transients who have another destination in mind. Section 8 housing may not be on the books at this time but who's to say this wouldn't be the plan for a later date or with a different corporation owning the property. Permanent residents have a deep connection to their home town. This is the type residents we're looking for to keep the charm of Safety Harbor. I've watched the development of S.H. for 36 years. It's gone relatively well to kee (sic) the small town atmosphere. The current proposal to redevelope (sic) the old citrus processing plant area doesn't sound like what the residents of Safety Harbor would be pleased with. I'm not, that's for sure."

What do you think, Harborites? Do you agree with Fritz, or do you have a different viewpoint on the issue entirely? Let us know in the comments below.

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