The Red and Black

Originally posted by

Jimmy Manor

This is so tradgic. Jekyll Island is a beautiful serence place for average families to vacation. There is nothing worsse than to destory a place like Jekyll for money. Please Get involved folks and let the Georgia General ASsembly no that you are against it.

The writer of the article is clearly mistaken about HB 214. It does not address the current restrictions limiting development on Jekyll to 35% of the Island in any way. It simply extends the Jekyll Island Authority (JIA) and property leases for another hundred years, and provides for legislative oversight.

As summarized on the state general assembly website (http://www.legis.ga.gov/legis/2007_08/sum/hb214.htm) HB 214 is "A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Jekyll Island-- State Park Authority, so as to provide for a renewal of the property lease to the authority; to extend the existence of the authority consistent with such lease renewal; to provide for legislative oversight of the authority; to provide for legislative intent; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes."

Originally posted by

Ellene Graves

I agree with Jimmy, if developers are allowed to proceed with their plans, Jekyll will truly become a "concrete jungle" such as St. Simons, Hilton Head, and similar sites which were once beautiful but are now "desecrated islands."

Jekyll Island needs to remain AS IS according to state law- the majority of this lovely, peaceful place needs to retain its majestic beauty !! Words cannot describe the pleasures of discovering a sea turtle nest, of walking by the sea for that "perfect shell", or watching the dolphins play while one enjoys a boat cruise !!! Also, it's great to take a bicycle around the island... or just simply enjoying daydreams while watching the waves !!!

I shall fight this battle against the "corporate giants" as much as possible !!! I have considered Jekyll Island as my "home away from home" for the past 40+ years.

So, everyone, please help us fight these money-grabbing
ogres !!! PLEASE !!!

The writer of the article is clearly mistaken about HB 214. It does not address the current restrictions limiting development on Jekyll to 35% of the Island in any way. It simply extends the Jekyll Island Authority (JIA) and property leases for another hundred years, and provides for legislative oversight.

As summarized on the state general assembly website (http://www.legis.ga.gov/legis/2007_08/sum/hb214.htm) HB 214 is "A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Jekyll Island-- State Park Authority, so as to provide for a renewal of the property lease to the authority; to extend the existence of the authority consistent with such lease renewal; to provide for legislative oversight of the authority; to provide for legislative intent; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes."

Originally posted by

Anonymous

I just went to Jykell Island with my class, and we stayed at the 4H center. We all had a blast, but now our science teacher is requiring us to write letters to congress, and I feel like she shouldn't require it. Do you?

No, I really don't think anyone should require you to write letters. This is a strictly voluntary thing for those who feel as strongly as I (and apparently many others) do. If you feel strongly about opposing the bill, write a letter! We could sure use the help. But, if not, I'm sorry you're being pushed to write one.

Originally posted by

Commercialize Jekyll

Geezz... What's the average family income for people that make it to Jekyll Island for vacation? If the Island is not well maintained, and my Tax $$$$$ goes to help for upkeep of a deteriorating Island then make it commercialized if the average joe families can't afford to pump more money to help sustain it. If you don't want Jekyll commercialized, work hard and go buy a beach house in Seagrove, Florida or some private beach and quit your WHINING. We live in a capitalist society from my last recollection, so work hard and buy a house at some other private Island. For all you crazy global warming anti developer friendly liberals, there is a market to make Jekyll commercialized. If you don't like it, DON'T GO!!!

People like you can't see the jungle for the trees. You aren't the only one who pays taxes. May you and your children live in a concrete jungle with your head stuck close to a car's tailpipe as you are waiting in a mile long line to eat crap because that's the only way someone like you would ever understand why sometimes less is more.

Originally posted by

Commercialize Jekyll

Geezz... What's the average family income for people that make it to Jekyll Island for vacation? If the Island is not well maintained, and my Tax $$$$$ goes to help for upkeep of a deteriorating Island then make it commercialized if the average joe families can't afford to pump more money to help sustain it. If you don't want Jekyll commercialized, work hard and go buy a beach house in Seagrove, Florida or some private beach and quit your WHINING. We live in a capitalist society from my last recollection, so work hard and buy a house at some other private Island. For all you crazy global warming anti developer friendly liberals, there is a market to make Jekyll commercialized. If you don't like it, DON'T GO!!!

Can you let us know how much of your "Tax $$$$$ goes to help for upkeep of a deteriorating Island"?...and what you think of the real master development plan?..(which you probably haven't seen, because very few people have seen the real one yet).
When I DON'T LIKE IT, I DON'T GO. That is why I don't go to SSI or Sea Island. And because of it's laid back nature, that is the reason I DO GO and have been going to affordable Jekyll Island for more than 23 years. Jekyll was acquired by condemnation proceedings under the auspices of no more than a 65/35 nature/development for the use by the common man of Georgia. Now under the new development plans, summer room rates would be in the $250 a night range. There is nothing common man about that.
While there is a need for some revitalization, The St. Regis, The Ritz, "all nght" clubs and 24 HOUR entertainment malls are not needed. The people who can afford that can also afford to do that at Boca Raton, Lake Oconee, Grand Lakes as well as other resorts. There are plenty of commercialized concrete beach resorts already you moron. The point of saving Jekyll is to make sure there is a alternative. It is much easier to find an overdeveloped island than to find a peaceful and tranquil retreat like Jekyll. Why not let the developers go join in on the ruckus where it is welcome...like SSI, Sea Island or Tybee.
If you knew what you probably don't know, you might reconsider.

Signed,

A politically conservative, property rights advocate, who enjoys Jekyll, who does work hard and who does happen to own beach front property on a private island.

P.S. I would welcome your reply.

As cofounder of the South Georgia Young Republicans Club (crazy global warming anti developer friendly liberals aren't the only ones with a stake in Jekyll's future), I would hate to see Jekyll Island become a "market for commercialization." If millionaires want to vacation at the beach, then why don't they visit one of the hundreds of other commercial wastelands they have created for themselves? Why don't they just add 40 stories to everything on St. Simon's Island to accommodate those who can't appreciate something in its natural state. It doesn't take a whining liberal to identify a stupid mistake. For those who don't like Jekyll Island for what it is, DON'T GO!!!

Originally posted by

Commercialize Jekyll

Geezz... What's the average family income for people that make it to Jekyll Island for vacation? If the Island is not well maintained, and my Tax $$$$$ goes to help for upkeep of a deteriorating Island then make it commercialized if the average joe families can't afford to pump more money to help sustain it. If you don't want Jekyll commercialized, work hard and go buy a beach house in Seagrove, Florida or some private beach and quit your WHINING. We live in a capitalist society from my last recollection, so work hard and buy a house at some other private Island. For all you crazy global warming anti developer friendly liberals, there is a market to make Jekyll commercialized. If you don't like it, DON'T GO!!!

Originally posted by

bailey

The writer of the article is clearly mistaken about HB 214. It does not address the current restrictions limiting development on Jekyll to 35% of the Island in any way. It simply extends the Jekyll Island Authority (JIA) and property leases for another hundred years, and provides for legislative oversight.

As summarized on the state general assembly website (http://www.legis.ga.gov/legis/2007_08/sum/hb214.htm) HB 214 is "A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 7 of Chapter 3 of Title 12 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Jekyll Island-- State Park Authority, so as to provide for a renewal of the property lease to the authority; to extend the existence of the authority consistent with such lease renewal; to provide for legislative oversight of the authority; to provide for legislative intent; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes."

The Jekyll Island Authority is actually creating a "Master Plan" to develop Jekyll Island. Many legislators are pushing for the development, too. So, HB 214 as well as the efforts of the Jekyll Island Authority's Board of Directors are pushing towards the development of the island.

I wholeheartedly agree. There are only a select few places left with natural beauty like that of Jekyll's. If anyone is interested in our cause to keep Jekyll serene and affordable for us "ordinary folk" who who don't enjoy concrete beaches, please visit www.savejekyllisland.org. Thanks!