Sorry that this info is rather belated, but anyone who doesn't like the new 'dull green colour' should not on this occasion blame the Corpy. The plan was to gild the central area of the Gates, thus preserving to some extent the 'sunburst' effect, and the money for this is still available. However, the project was cancelled at the last minute due to protests from people claiming to represent the Friends Of Princes Park, who objected to the gilding on the grounds that paint samples have not shown any historical basis for it. The council say they cancelled only out of a wish not to upset the local community.
At a previous meeting of the group when the issue was discussed a strong preference for the gilding was expressed and a number of the group are now unhappy that opposing views have been expressed in their name without any further consultation.
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There is a meeting of FOPP tonight, Oct. 8th , at 6:30 pm at Bellerive School, Windermere Terrace, at which this issue is bound to be raised. There is a strong likelihood that the decision could be reversed if enough local people express their views
Anyone with strong views, for or against, or on any other issue relating to Princes Park is welcome to attend ? the only requirement is that you use the park!
Martin Bragg
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