Posted on August 30th, 2007 by Jim Duncan
Competition makes the strong stronger, makes the efficient that much more so and forces needed changes and evolutions.In Crozet, the Old Trail development (ultimately 2200 homes in a New Urbanist development) is a force to be reckoned with…. They have plans to provide “affordable” housing (which may have a different definition of “affordable” than many of us are used to).The time for arguments about whether Old Trail should have been approved at such a scale, has past.Crozet Park faces some very real competition…. When it comes to nuts and bolts, they are providing a product, and for the past forty years or so (a great history is here, provided by Crozet’s Brian Campbell) have held a monopoly in Crozet on these facilities.But they won’t keep the reputation as having the best product if they don’t innovate and embrace their position as the hub of Crozet…. “Used” items aren’t as much fun (and often not as valuable either).Let’s hope that the Park Board sees fit to compete - the possibilities are endless.
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Posted on August 20th, 2007 by Jim Duncan
“All the promises that were made have been empty so far.”Obligatory David Wyant quote:“I think Crozet could be one of the nicest communities there is when it eventually builds out,” he said…. He also was involved in plans for a downtown library and is working so that the area can enjoy mass transit.I would love to hear more about Crozet’s mass transit plans…. Both candidates, surprisingly have received relatively few contributions from Crozetians.Democratic Central asks:But if the issue is that there are all of these new people in Crozet now, then by definition there are a lot of people there who don’t know David Wyant and his family. So I doubt that the fact that Wyant’s family has been in the area for generations will win it for him.The real issue is, “Why didn’t you or anyone else notice that you got the growth estimates all wrong?
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Posted on August 9th, 2007 by Jim Duncan
It’s out on your local newsstands now, with copious amounts of great stories and news. Pick it up or download it here.Notably:- Gateway Gas is About to Go- Starr Hill Brewery’s opening a success- The Zoning process- Shock about the Crozet mountain lion, and a few links - Wikipedia, California Fish & Game, a pro-lion website and a survivor’s account.
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Posted on August 7th, 2007 by Jim Duncan
Should you ever want to write a story for the blog, please submit it here.I wonder if anyone else who grew up in Crozet ever feels this way when they drive through Crozet today. I read that some feel the old Crozet was an eye sore, the old buildings and store fronts, etc. Maybe you need to go to Charlottesville to live…. Coffee Jackson selling Christmas trees in the parking lot beside the old bank, I just smile to think, “how did he make anything for his efforts?”Crozet had a theater at one time…. I felt sad when I rode to old Crozet Elementary School, I got out and walked around and went to the back of the school where I started first grade so many years ago. I walked through the play ground.
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Posted on August 4th, 2007 by Jim Duncan
From the Cavalier Daily - Located just 10 miles away via Interstate 64 West, Crozet, Va. is the perfect destination for anyone looking to escape the standard routine of University life. With its array of unique outdoor activities and tasty food and beverage options, Crozet is a great place for a quick getaway. Here’s a list of some of the top ways to enjoy the town without breaking the bank.The list of “things to do” keeps growing every month!
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