May 13. By Todd Sansbury. [Opinion] It’s great to see so many people passionate about Parks/Rec, which always ranks amongst the Top 3 citizen priorities. Any bond passage doesn’t equate to immediate debt service.

An approved referendum is only the opportunity to invest, projects approval and the sell of bonds are still needed.

Todd Sansbury

As the article clearly states, this is step one and a comprehensive Parks Master Plan will lay out the details and targeted projects.

The blank check comment is irresponsible as Parks/Rec held multiple listening sessions and meetings over the past 6-8 months to prioritize citizen requests, provide details, and discuss county, regional, and state partnerships.

Once citizens see the forthcoming details, they can vote yes/no for the bond package. This board is extremely fiscally conservative and correctly advocated for no tax increase for Cornelius this year, while our surrounding towns imposed substantial increases.

Please make an effort to get involved and seek clarification. By the way, Ramsey Creek and Jetton Park are county parks and not considered town assets.

—Sansbury is in his second term as a member of the Cornelius Town Board.