It is rather ironic that just before the Planning Committee presents their take on the future of Copake, you write a Luddite-type letter advocating no change whatsoever. While apparently written in the context of the cell tower, it was expanded to cover and express satisfaction with every element of our currently deteriorated Copake Hamlet. I cannot agree that our problems are caused by the current economic slump. Over the past 25 years, I have watched our Hamlet center decay almost to the point of no return. In their current condition these empty buildings will never fill: A former General Store with a deteriorated roof and recently rat infested. A former bar with a suspended liquor license. The yellow submarine aka Tyvex Palace with Health citation for a leaking septic and non-code wiring plastered all over the second storey exterior. A junk yard on the towns southern exit. And more.
If these are the elements of rural charm that you insist on preserving, you are welcome to them. However many of us hope for a revival of Copake led by the efforts of our Planning Committee.
Leonard Ladin
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