tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post206067266976841429..comments2024-03-28T09:08:23.661-04:00Comments on MOLOVINSKY ON ALLENTOWN: Parkway Tearsmichael molovinskyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-79055709745394440402010-05-24T17:22:31.662-04:002010-05-24T17:22:31.662-04:00i did recently examine the old stone fountain (not...i did recently examine the old stone fountain (not working) past the stone step structure near the water authority pumping building. it's a simple brass fitting in a shallow brass drain bowl. there certainly never was a lever on the stone, and i don't recall one on the pipe. perhaps years later, they were retrofitted with levers at the pipe.michael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-24826820297640757702010-05-24T16:54:30.111-04:002010-05-24T16:54:30.111-04:00MM.
You might be correct too. Don't know the ...MM.<br />You might be correct too. Don't know the one by the Robin Hood.<br />Did the city take it out? Think these fountains can be adjusted. Perhaps the city wanted to remove it and used some excuse. Please every so often show that photo of what the Robin Hood area looked like, not that long ago.<br /><br /> michael molovinsky said... <br />anon 1:35, i was going by my memory of the stone fountain near the robin hood bridge, i didn't recall a lever, sorry for my senior moment.<br /><br />May 24, 2010 2:25 PMAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-33698625793628782312010-05-24T16:52:12.681-04:002010-05-24T16:52:12.681-04:00"I can hardly wait until mosquito season, whe..."I can hardly wait until mosquito season, where some of these areas (such as the area across the creek from the police academy) won't dry out for the entire summer."<br /><br />Possibly the soon-to-be-paved blacktopped paths in the Parkway to be utilized by the pro-bike lobby at the expense of all others will attract the mosquitoes and the rest of us will enjoy in peace.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-63401768234286864172010-05-24T16:09:16.650-04:002010-05-24T16:09:16.650-04:00I like the one lady's comment left here quite ...I like the one lady's comment left here quite some time ago about how she wishes people would not work so hard to 'save' us.<br /><br />The NO MOW signs account makes me feel like quoting her.<br /><br />And reminds me that CAP AND TAX is on the way and WILL BE rammed down the American public's throat.<br /><br />Because Green Jobs are the Liberal's GREAT ANSWER for the economy currently undergoing a magical jobless recovery!<br /><br />And, we have to pay for America's past transgressions - specifically, America stole everything it has.<br /><br />Good thing Obama will return everything to "it's rightful owners" - Obama's quote, not mine.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-9774865014294500732010-05-24T16:01:57.225-04:002010-05-24T16:01:57.225-04:008:50 Anon,
If that is the goal, to reduce the num...8:50 Anon,<br /><br />If that is the goal, to reduce the number of visitors...<br /><br />...I can categorically state the plan is working quite well, at least as far as I am concerned.<br /><br />GO BULLDOZERS!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-79760000160598274582010-05-24T14:25:13.516-04:002010-05-24T14:25:13.516-04:00anon 1:35, i was going by my memory of the stone ...anon 1:35, i was going by my memory of the stone fountain near the robin hood bridge, i didn't recall a lever, sorry for my senior moment.michael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-71353658050562757292010-05-24T13:36:45.861-04:002010-05-24T13:36:45.861-04:00It seems they are trying to make the parkway less ...It seems they are trying to make the parkway less attractive to visit.<br /><br />May 24, 2010 8:50 AM<br /><br /><br />Sorta like some museums.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-68551425797629490242010-05-24T13:35:09.830-04:002010-05-24T13:35:09.830-04:00The WPA era water fountains could and can be turne...The WPA era water fountains could and can be turned on and off. Not sure who told you otherwise. There is still one original fountain in the Parkway across the stream from the current Road Runners clubhouse. It turns on and off; does not continuously run. But it could use some repair and a good cleaning.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-23230767198495457102010-05-24T08:50:41.636-04:002010-05-24T08:50:41.636-04:00MM -
I was in the parkway this past weekend. Th...MM - <br /><br />I was in the parkway this past weekend. The "No Mow" areas are already a problem. Not only are they unsightly, but they are becoming the home to some unsavory-looking wildlife (aka rats).<br /><br />I can hardly wait until mosquito season, where some of these areas (such as the area across the creek from the police academy) won't dry out for the entire summer.<br /><br />It seems they are trying to make the parkway less attractive to visit.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-84771942320391385912010-05-23T17:15:28.735-04:002010-05-23T17:15:28.735-04:00in fairness to donovan, i would have to say that ...in fairness to donovan, i would have to say that yes, he has been supportive. both he and eichenwald voted against the trail network plan; i took it has an admission that they realized that they lost control over the cedar park plan.<br /><br />i stopped briefly by andrew kleiner's tour today. i'm also hopeful that the EAC will start asserting themselves. although we have different criterion, i'm for the traditional park and wpa, they have ecological concerns; what we have in common is that the current park plans do not address either of our concerns.michael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-22607285219111438342010-05-23T16:52:58.644-04:002010-05-23T16:52:58.644-04:00MM, Has Michael Donovan ever expressed any support...MM, Has Michael Donovan ever expressed any support for your campaign? I know in the past he was willing to get involved in park matters (I recall it landed him in the hospital).allentown taxpayernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-7647603501267122172010-05-23T12:48:45.345-04:002010-05-23T12:48:45.345-04:00anon 12:20, i can tell you that mr. luckenbach wa...anon 12:20, i can tell you that mr. luckenbach was active then against those plans. i did get involved against lights in the parkway at the time, as did numerous parkway neighbors (including luckenbach) and an attorney was actually retained, to no avail. there is much truth to the adage that it is hard to fight city hall.michael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-1249556318789149082010-05-23T12:20:55.164-04:002010-05-23T12:20:55.164-04:00We can only imagine what might have happened or no...We can only imagine what might have happened or not happened to Allentown's park system in the 1980s under Marushak's direction, if you, Mr. Molovinsky, the Internet, and a few others who love the city had been around.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-68261472690199611122010-05-23T12:14:46.459-04:002010-05-23T12:14:46.459-04:00Mr. Molovinsky,
Thank you for clearing up that
Tre...Mr. Molovinsky,<br />Thank you for clearing up that<br />Trexler board member question. Many know that it was under Marushak's guidance and encouragement the Lights in the Parkway project was undertaken by former mayor William Heydt.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-86156912924846829432010-05-23T11:56:50.988-04:002010-05-23T11:56:50.988-04:00The Evergreens you write about were actually plant...The Evergreens you write about were actually planted by a local scouting troop as a project under Marushak's guidance. The scouts thought they were doing a good deed, until, unfortunately, Burt's letter appeared in the Call.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-54055208524107678722010-05-23T11:50:46.107-04:002010-05-23T11:50:46.107-04:00anon 10:48, i have done some research on mr. luck...anon 10:48, i have done some research on mr. luckenbach's activism, and will be writing more about him soon. i would have been honored to know him.<br /><br />anon 10:54, mr. maraushak does not have a seat on the trust, but he did write a history on the generalmichael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-27294434538668608462010-05-23T11:47:09.015-04:002010-05-23T11:47:09.015-04:00We remember when Marushak was in power, a word we ...We remember when Marushak was in power, a word we have carefully chosen. Not only did he order the planting of those trees, he ordered a small nearby meadow away from traffic and vehicular parking to be "covered" with new tree growth, some said at the time, as a preventative measure so city children could not enjoy winter activities.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-20631896879449466532010-05-23T10:54:14.361-04:002010-05-23T10:54:14.361-04:00Are you saying Marusak now has a seat on the trust...Are you saying Marusak now has a seat on the trust? This is unbelievable.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-51772310350961051032010-05-23T10:52:31.419-04:002010-05-23T10:52:31.419-04:00Actually, we know for a fact
Burt sent a represent...Actually, we know for a fact<br />Burt sent a representative to meet with the Wildlands Conservancy to discuss this very planting. This person was ordered out of the room by one of the directors while the others sat silent.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-27781003720770468372010-05-23T10:48:15.577-04:002010-05-23T10:48:15.577-04:00It was this writer's pleasure and honor to cal...It was this writer's pleasure and honor to call Burt a friend.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-28342426605782320902010-05-22T15:42:27.502-04:002010-05-22T15:42:27.502-04:00I think it would be a good idea to emulate that &#...I think it would be a good idea to emulate that 'distinguished' Morning Call gadfly, Bill White, and begin an Allentown Hall of Fame with special emphasis on those people who deserve meritorious service awards for their contributions to preserving the heritage and beauty of the Allentown Parks system. This should be with a special reference noting the manner in which these Hall of Famers have contributed to keeping the parks in the pristine condition that General Trexler had wanted, ie.. being faithful to the General's vision of what the Allentown Parks should be.<br /><br />Maraushak, the Head of the Trexler Trust, and a representative of the L.V. Wheelmen should be the first inductees. <br /><br />Anon.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-28917685802647979142010-05-22T12:15:31.851-04:002010-05-22T12:15:31.851-04:00Entirely too much natural charm and beauty in that...Entirely too much natural charm and beauty in that photograph, there.<br /><br />Exactly where is the Bulldozer and what is it's lame excuse.<br /><br />Let's see some paving, er, ah, Progress, here!<br /><br />Think of the future generations --- Do it for the children. <br /><br />Proud Supporter,<br />POWERFUL ALLENTOWN BICYCLE ENTHUSIAST LOBBY WITH KICK-BUTT REFRESHMENTSAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-12647080583897040382010-05-22T06:54:47.743-04:002010-05-22T06:54:47.743-04:00water fountains of the same vintage, by the robin ...water fountains of the same vintage, by the robin hood bridge, beyond the step structure on the bridle path, and at cedar park have also been disconnected. as you may recall, there was no lever and they ran continuously, however, the amount of water was still marginal.michael molovinskyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12581039755319742687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-951782330457966647.post-47453708011535940322010-05-22T06:37:07.495-04:002010-05-22T06:37:07.495-04:00Don't forget the water fountain at the entranc...Don't forget the water fountain at the entrance to the bridge.LVCIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09034343739402945565noreply@blogger.com