| The bottom line is that it becomes increasingly more expensive to maintain such a lifestyle. So, despite our need for freedom and independence, there comes a point where we as society must pull back the reigns and ask ourselves "is this too much?"
What Flint is doing is likely necessary. They spend too much money trying to care for a part of their city that is essentially useless. Why invest so much money into something that has little upside?
I don't blame them for taking such action. As long as there is a safety net for those citizens, if any, affected by such a move, I don't see a problem with cutting the dead weight. Tearing down empty structures and letting nature take its course will reverse some of the urban sprawl that has occurred.
I've been advocating that Detroit tear down old buildings and make parking lots for those attending sporting events. Perhaps use an entire block for a baseball field or any kind of green space for that matter. Cities like Detroit, Flint, and Saginaw could really benefit from such projects.
If there is one thing the federal government should be helping state and local governments with, it's demolition, which is the first step in helping our communities recover. Hopefully Flint's initiative will become the trendy thing to do. |
