“To think that the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy actually has to launch a campaign to save Delaware Park is ludicrous,” writes contributor Queenseyes for Buffalo Rising. “Where are our leaders that should be driving this issue? Why, in this day and age, do we have to battle it out with the NYS Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) on these types of issues? It’s time to do the right thing for our parks, our city, and its people.” “Since the majority of our public officials remain silent on this issue, it’s up to the Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, and the people of Buffalo, to save the day. With your support, we can create a parkway that is bold and beautiful, instead of a roadway that is disconnected from our neighborhoods. This freeway has been driving this city apart for years. Now it can be a catalyst to bring people back together. But it’s going to take a concerted effort by all of us.” “‘Construction of the Scajaquada Expressway divided and destroyed acres of parkland in the jewel of Olmsted’s system. Right now, we have an unprecedented opportunity to reverse this mistake—but only if we can convince Governor Cuomo to help us save Delaware Park,’ stated Stephanie Crockatt. ‘The Governor has done so much to focus efforts to help revitalize Buffalo. Saving Delaware Park and restoring Olmsted’s vision is the type of legacy project that is a hallmark of Governor Cuomo’s leadership.'” “Now the Conservancy is stepping up the effort to save Delaware Park by launching the initiative #SaveDelawarePark. The newfound effort would help to save 14 acres of parkland, and reconnect a city. The NYSDOT has been working on the design of the 198 Scajaquada Expressway for over 15 years, which is incredible if you think about it, because we are being shown nothing inspirational and forward thinking. Nothing.” The first public meeting is a Community Forum on the Scajaquada Corridor this Wednesday, November 8, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., at the Canisius College Student Union (2nd Level, Winter Student Center, Grupp Fireside Lounge, 80 Hughes Avenue, Buffalo).
