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mike murphy May 22, 2013 at 08:02 pm
i agree with you on that. when i moved here in 1972, business on Federal Road basically ended where…Read More Firestone Tire is, there were a few stores in the Hi-Way market area then the 4 corners. hindsight aside, something should have been done years ago when the land was cheap and open fields were plentiful and before one knew it there wasn't a site available on Federal Road. times change and all the shoulda coulda and wouldas are gone
Naomi Moscatelli May 22, 2013 at 07:15 pm
Mike - Love your idea of a bistro, but am aware contamination and the cost of remediation nixes it.…Read More That said, there are EPA approved methodologies using concrete to contain contaminated areas (including former brown fields) that do not require soil remediation. Of course, development is very limited on such sites, but long range, passive green space beats another gas station, certainly not vis a vis tax revenue, but in terms of ambiance. I think we need to view 4 corners holistically re what will attract people and bring in tax revenue from outside Brookfield. We are sorely lacking in a town center that would improve our quality of life. Brookfield feels more like Long Island than New England. What a waste!
mike murphy May 22, 2013 at 03:11 pm
this is a wish list site, if you remove all the gas stations, you have to remove all the tanks,…Read More clear any hint of gasoline in the earth under the tanks and around them. this can never be done, the cost would be extremely high. in fact earlier on a different post i recommended a small bistro would be nice where the B.P. station sits. many people liked the idea but some made the cost of doing so did prove it unfeasible! imagine adding 3 more stations to the cost ! the town doesn't have the money to pay for one, no less 4 clean ups. there are enough small shops along Federal road to satisfy the average Brookfield resident and if we have to drive down to the nearest gas station, we might as well stop in costco or rite aid while we are there
Steven DeVaux May 19, 2013 at 08:19 am
Rosy? Really? has anyone polled the under 30 or over 50 adults looking for work? To paraphrase the…Read More quote the famous local philosopher "If they can't get a job they should move out of town!"
Facts4 Brookfield May 6, 2013 at 01:23 pm
Did I see a new place at the site of the old Brookfield Bistro? How about covering new restaurants…Read More in Brookfield. :)
Rachel Scott April 17, 2013 at 05:49 am
I think what Brookfield needs is more people breeding negativity, sarcasm and anger on these public…Read More forums. Because really, that is so incredibly constructive and such a fantastic use of peoples' valuable time. For God's sake what is wrong with you people?
The first thing I thought when I saw the originally posed question is what someone mentioned earlier ~ a small to medium sized outlet store center (i.e. Tanger). They are a an undeniable draw for people from around the area, the income generated could give Brookfield a boost, and in time we may be able to open some decent restaurants, an upscale wine/spirits bar for people to gather. We have so few of these things to offer residents. Personally, when my husband and I want a nice dinner we trek down to Ridgefield. The idea of an outlet center may draw the people and the revenue to support and sustain this kind of necessity for our residents.
Its just my 2 cents. I'd prefer not to be crucified for my opinion, but it seems that may not be option. So rip me apart for stating my thoughts neighbors. I won't read it anyway.
Betty B April 11, 2013 at 12:59 pm
What is wrong with a multi use event hall? Theatre, concerts, bazaars etc. It wouldn't have to be…Read More a large venue like the old civic center or anything but a place for events for all ages could go and enjoy. I think it would bring great revenue to the town. Would we loose our small town feel? Probably yes, but the big box stores already moved in. That ship sailed already. Can't we be known for something to come to, to draw good publicity in town instead of the town bickering over if we can take a small parcel of land for a dog park? I have a dog and would love to see a dog park too but this town doesn't seem to be on board with that.
bkmom March 30, 2013 at 12:12 am
I totally agree Mike. Instead of welcoming input from those who are providing positive suggestions,…Read More there are some who cannot help but put the downers on every single suggestion made by those with a differing opinion or idea. "Visions for Vacancies" is meant to encourage ideas by general townspeople and bring us together as a community - and is NOT meant to be a relentless barrage of bitter opinion on land law, remediation, governmental or landowner responsibilities and liabilities. Unfortunately this has pervaded every single one of the "Visions for Vacancies" postings that Aaron has created and it makes them a real chore to read through. Ultimately it does nothing but harm. Let's say someone is looking to move to Brookfield. If they were to take a quick look at the site....they'd run a mile. I think most would be in agreement that the Four Corners environment would benefit best by becoming a quaint (though modern) New England walking, eating, driving, living, productive area with a variety of businesses that we would patronise. We all know that remediation is necessary. What is not necessary (on this site) is to go into the minutiae of that argument - that needs to be left to those with the CORRECT knowledge - i.e. those with the qualifications and abilities to actively address that remediation. That's not the point of the discussion.
Richie Abramson May 22, 2013 at 06:24 am
I believe what this area needs is a IHOP!
or a Mr. Chips
We need a real family sit down restaurant…Read More that will not break the family budget.
The food is good and its a great place to go any time of the day.
bkmom March 25, 2013 at 10:32 pm
Steve - you are correct about the need for economic velocity but that doesn't necessarily equate…Read More with your demographics argument. The demographics of those who visit Hooters will be the same as those who visit Savers, Chick Fil A or any other such place. I just think you didn't get my 'two hooters' reference....
When you suggest HOOTERS is about: "100% organic food, represents "the modern progressive thinking that Brookfield effuses" and is an 'eating establishment' that would complete Brookfield's transformation to an ultra modern hangout" (YOUR words, not mine), the rest of us just want to burst out laughing. Isn't this the HOOTERS that has sections of its website dedicated to the Hooters, Girls Hall of Fame, Hooters Swimsuit Pageant, Hooters Calendars, Hooters Playing Cards, Hooters Mousepads?? It's also the place that has "Wednesday Hump Day", Hilary's Turn-Ons and naked women covered by a minute shred of netting? Hmmm....well, it would certainly make Brookfield a destination alright! Perhaps instead of your teen center, your teens could go with you (and their smart phones, Ipads, etc) and eat all of that organic food, whilst they embrace all the website (and serving ladies) have to offer?
Steven DeVaux March 25, 2013 at 09:54 pm
Demographics bkmom, demographics. Brookfield's restaurants need out of town folks to have sufficient…Read More economic velocity.
Sam March 17, 2013 at 09:28 pm
I'm surprised he (the owner) is not in jail, very curious business practices........
Steven DeVaux March 16, 2013 at 08:37 pm
The Big Box stores are starting to have their effect. Gas stations closings - convienence stores…Read More moving further away from the big box stores. I wonder why they didn't move to the new and impoved Four Corners Business District? Odd!
Steven DeVaux March 23, 2013 at 11:35 am
Long Time Resident,
How about the courage to sign your real name? You did when you were in the…Read More military, no?
Steven DeVaux March 23, 2013 at 11:33 am
Well there are a dozen thriving in Connecticut today and hundreds in New England. I figure to each…Read More their own. The location though is perfect. The only other one that would be even better is up on the mountain behind Office Max. You can see it from I-84 with ease, making Brookfield the destination spot the Economic Development Commission seeks. It would be like a magnet!
Susan Balla March 22, 2013 at 10:42 pm
As far as "Hooters" goes in getting waitresses to dress in skimpy outfits and make sure…Read More that they have the bust line can be quite unraveling for us New Englander's. I don't know whether that would be an insult to the female persuation or not.
Steven DeVaux March 13, 2013 at 09:26 am
Agreed. It was the heart and soul of Four Corners for decades. Peachwave and Subway are never going…Read More to replace that.
Steven DeVaux March 9, 2013 at 03:54 pm
Rumors circulate of a bus terminal a few years ago on the old cornfield. With the new section 8…Read More housing starting to circulate back into Four Corners to generate cash flow for the owners to make their past due tax and mortgage payments - what is truely happening as to opposed what is being sold to the people?
Steven DeVaux March 9, 2013 at 03:50 pm
But Jamie, concrete is so city-like and patterned concrete so - well - fake and non-authenic. That's…Read More like putting up storefronts on vacant land to make it "look good".
Steven DeVaux March 1, 2013 at 03:35 am
If they got market value instead of rigged biding the deficit would be a lot lower.
Lucia February 28, 2013 at 03:49 pm
Political pressure is one of the major influences on the price of oil. Democrats in Congress need…Read More to have an endless series of crises to solve. The United States has plenty of oil, but much of it has been placed off-limits by the Democrats in Congress and (years ago) in the White House. To allow more drilling here at home would have the effect of lowering gas prices at the pump. That would make the (Republican) President look like a problem solver, and the Democrats can't afford to have that happen. Democrats and environmentalists are co-dependent. Democrats pretend that only they care about environmental issues, and environmentalists help to maintain public pressure by creating an endless series of environmental crises for the government to solve. Unfortunately, the federal government almost never solves any problem. Problems keep bureaucrats employed, so real solutions are out of the question. For example, the Environmental Protection Agency was established by President Nixon at a time when air and water quality in this country was really poor in the big cities. Now that those problems have been all but eliminated (airborne lead has been reduced by over 99 percent), the EPA is still around, looking for more and more minute problems to solve. Other agencies are the same way, and now there are hundreds of busy-work bureaucrats and obama keeps adding more.
Wondering February 28, 2013 at 02:13 pm
Not quite accurate. Oil leasing has commenced in a big way.…Read More
http://theadvocate.com/home/3149714-125/gulf-oil-lease-sets30-year-record
http://articles.marketwatch.com/2012-06-21/industries/32346411_1_gulf-oil-leases-mississippi-canyon-block-exxon-mobil
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203893404577098773281211592.html
Steven DeVaux February 20, 2013 at 06:36 pm
Why would Danbury want to ever connect their premier water infrastructure to Brookfield's? Danbury…Read More has reservoirs, etc. Brookfield is filtering and watering down the uranium in it's system. Danbury's is pure while Brookfield's is questionable and of questionable quantity. Danbury is wise to keep it's pristine water supply for it's residents and future commerical growth in Danbury. That's one of the benefits of a 10 year plan of conservation and development.
Pete Tomaino May 13, 2013 at 10:54 pm
You guys should really do your research.Pat Russo November 1965.Google her .Pat was from Bethel.She…Read More used her ex husbands last name,her maiden name was Parsons.And she was much more beautiful then what I see here.I still remember her buzzing around bethel in her little M G B.AHHHH to be young again
Susan Balla February 8, 2013 at 05:20 pm
If we are having a problem with the water why put another restaurant where Burger King was. I would…Read More like to see a Whole Foods come in or have an IGA come in for competition with the supermarkets.
Michael Norman February 1, 2013 at 06:38 am
0 of these proposals are likely to happen, most reasonable thing that will go in here is another…Read More private business.
Steven DeVaux January 29, 2013 at 11:25 am
Jamie,
The other thing to consider is this would be an indoor all weather firing range with sound…Read More proofing. It would provide our police with a place to fire their weapons regularly. Do you know where they go now to do so? Also, it would allow veterans to maintain and enhance the skills they acquired with firearms in protecting this country. A good idea all around!
Steven DeVaux January 29, 2013 at 11:11 am
The library building funds in other towns were also raised privately from donors if you check.…Read More Brookfield's "donors" are too cheap to give the money to build it unlike the other towns - including Danbury.
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