8664 on East End Bridge delays and the C-J's ongoing obfuscation.

(E-mail release from 8664)

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Dear Supporter,

Our worst fears are being realized. Kentucky's two year road fund provides no construction dollars for the East End Bridge. It appears clear that the opposition to the East End Bridge has the money and influence to quietly oppress public opinion and the greater good of the region.

Road Plan Delays Start of work on East Bridge

(For some reason, this story didn't run on the front page of the Indiana's version of the CJ.)

This is troubling on many levels. The impact it has on our transportation system and economic future, but more disturbing is what it says about public policy. Our elected leaders don't appear to be listening to their citizens.

Meanwhile, the Courier-Journal is doing their part to provide cover for the politicians that secretly oppose the EE Bridge. How fitting that they would run this cartoon (notice the 8664 tag) on the same day that the delayed EE Bridge was announced.

Economic Growth ... also read the comments below the cartoon.

If you've been reading our emails for the last couple of years, you know that we saw this coming. But we didn't start this campaign because it was going to be easy. We're trying to do the right thing for the future of this city and we will not be deterred by a small set back.

If you are as frustrated by this as we are, please take the time to contact your public officials and tell them how you feel. Particularly, Hoosiers need to speak up to make the East End Bridge a reality.

Thanks for your time and support. It might take a while, but we're going to make this happen.

Peace,

Tyler Allen and JC Stites

http://www.8664.org/

PS We don't have newspaper editors, lobbyists or high-priced attorneys; we rely on the grassroots support and common sense of this community. Thank you for helping us make our case. If you can provide financial support donate online.

Mission: To advocate for the revitalization of Louisville through the adoption of a transportation plan that will provide long-term benefits to the region's citizens, neighborhoods, environment and economy.