Lake City Dreams Big RE: Future

Why not? That’s Rocky Owens’ only question behind his vision for Coeur d’Alene’s future. His vision includes a light rail between the Lake City and Spokane - a social, economic and environmental benefit to the region for future commuters and tourists alike. And if long-range planning involves thinking big, Owens’ idea is as well-sized as they come. But is it feasible? “Why not a light rail?” the 40-year-old said Wednesday during one of two public meetings called to ask whether the community would be willing to begin a long-range planning project for the region’s future. … Whether the neighboring cities are connected by rail before 2030 remains to be seen, naturally, but ideas on the future of Coeur d’Alene left few stones unturned after a day’s worth of meetings hosted by strategic planner Steven Ames/ Tom Hasslinger , Coeur d’Alene Press. More here. (Shawn Gust Press photo: 9YO Zane Pomerantz attended the Vision 2030 meeting)

Question: Did you attend any of the Vision 2030 meetings?