What are the port authority fees for barge landings? One would imagine they are a tiny portion of the operators collections.

Yes, I have often wondered why the operators would put money into areas and facilities that are "temporary" when they could pool their money with the goverment and have a practical facility.

It probably boils down to not wanting to share or be beholden to anybody else. Not wanting to be told what they can and cannot do. Being told when and where they can park etc.

And of course I can see indignation. Why should they start paying now for rights that have been granted at no cost for so many years.

Granted by US. Of course it takes some real clout to make a difference. A group of people that are relentless in the lobbying, planning etc.

Unfortunately, at this time that group of leaders won't include me. I am still burned out from previous forays.

Anybody want to start the ball rolling? Maybe the Chamber of Commerce? The newspapers? One of the politicians?

Our town has so many growth issues that it is difficult to pick the one challenge that one can dedicate enough time, energy, and money into.