Comments on: The Mystery of Decatur’s Missing Newspaper Boxes http://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/ Decatur Georgia News, Events, Atlanta News Mon, 30 Jul 2012 04:14:29 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.1 By: Decatur, where did our newspaper boxes go??? | Fresh Loafhttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-33329 Decatur, where did our newspaper boxes go??? | Fresh Loaf Fri, 19 Mar 2010 22:11:07 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-33329 [...] The deadline to apply for the lottery was March 15. The lottery itself was held yesterday. (A comment on Decatur Metro by Amanda Thompson of Decatur’s planning director touches on the [...] [...] The deadline to apply for the lottery was March 15. The lottery itself was held yesterday. (A comment on Decatur Metro by Amanda Thompson of Decatur’s planning director touches on the [...]

]]> By: Henry E Scotthttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-33325 Henry E Scott Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:16:42 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-33325 The City of Decatur has violated the First Amendment by removing news boxes from public rights of way before offering an alternative (the proposed group boxes). It amazes me, a long time journalist, that any city government could be as oblivious (or is it hostile?) to the rights of its citizens to have access to newspapers. The City of Decatur has violated the First Amendment by removing news boxes from public rights of way before offering an alternative (the proposed group boxes). It amazes me, a long time journalist, that any city government could be as oblivious (or is it hostile?) to the rights of its citizens to have access to newspapers.

]]> By: SAACJackhttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-32265 SAACJack Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:59:26 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-32265 I agree with Brad. I agree with Brad.

]]> By: Brad Steelhttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-32171 Brad Steel Mon, 08 Mar 2010 16:55:35 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-32171 Thanks Decatur officials! Wish the ATL was run so well.The bins are public garbage that are second only to fast food wrappers in the public litter pantheon. Real eye sores - especially the plastic advertising crap. They shouldn't be permitted at all.<strong>Public space should not be facilitating private advertising. Keep Decatur clean and tidy. Thanks Decatur officials! Wish the ATL was run so well.

The bins are public garbage that are second only to fast food wrappers in the public litter pantheon. Real eye sores – especially the plastic advertising crap. They shouldn’t be permitted at all.

Public space should not be facilitating private advertising. Keep Decatur clean and tidy.

]]> By: Amanda Thompsonhttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-32150 Amanda Thompson Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:41:59 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-32150 The City Commission updated the Publication Vending Bin ordinance last year (November 2009). All publications will have to apply for new permits for locations in the public right of way (e.g. sidewalks, plazas). The oridinance does NOT apply to indoor locations or private property. New permits will be issued by lottery on March 18th. More information can be found on the city's website at http://www.decaturga.com/cgs_citysvcs_dev_vendingbins.aspxWe changed the ordinance to clarify where bins could be located to provide for safer pedestrian access. Some of our sidewalks are not wide enough to fit a newspaper box and 2 people walkng side by side. The City Commission updated the Publication Vending Bin ordinance last year (November 2009). All publications will have to apply for new permits for locations in the public right of way (e.g. sidewalks, plazas). The oridinance does NOT apply to indoor locations or private property. New permits will be issued by lottery on March 18th. More information can be found on the city’s website at http://www.decaturga.com/cgs_citysvcs_dev_vendingbins.aspx

We changed the ordinance to clarify where bins could be located to provide for safer pedestrian access. Some of our sidewalks are not wide enough to fit a newspaper box and 2 people walkng side by side.

]]> By: Karasshttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-32124 Karass Sun, 07 Mar 2010 23:12:19 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-32124 I would miss Creative Loafing, The Champion, and The Sunday Paper--when stuck in line or out with kids, it sure is nice to be able to pick up some reading so you don't just stand around irritated. (Of course if a community bookshelf were around.....). But I won't miss some of the other free papers that seem to be strewed around more than read. I would miss Creative Loafing, The Champion, and The Sunday Paper–when stuck in line or out with kids, it sure is nice to be able to pick up some reading so you don’t just stand around irritated. (Of course if a community bookshelf were around…..). But I won’t miss some of the other free papers that seem to be strewed around more than read.

]]> By: Stevehttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-32113 Steve Sun, 07 Mar 2010 18:37:59 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-32113 Brian, I imagine they'll be put back when the permits have been re-issued. Brian, I imagine they’ll be put back when the permits have been re-issued.

]]> By: Brianchttp://www.decaturmetro.com/2010/03/07/the-mystery-of-decaturs-missing-newspaper-boxes/#comment-32100 Brianc Sun, 07 Mar 2010 15:49:54 +0000 http://www.decaturmetro.com/?p=20705#comment-32100 I think it's a shame myself. I miss being able to pick up a Creative Loafing on my way to breakfast or lunch. I think it’s a shame myself. I miss being able to pick up a Creative Loafing on my way to breakfast or lunch.

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