To the Journal editor:

I find myself in agreement with the recent letters written supporting the decision of the Marquette City Commission to work with the rowing club to develop a boathouse and launching site for the use of the club and with access provided for non-rowing citizens.

I have followed the project and discussions about it and feel that there has been adequate input from many on both sides of the issue, in-depth explorations of options, and much thought from the commissioners before their commitment to the project.

I find the oppositions arguments to be contradictory and a ballot proposal for a citizen vote on the issue unnecessary in this instance.

Although not a rower/sculler, myself, I do value water-related activities, spend a good deal of time along the bike path and agree with Mr. Peterson’s recent comment saying that seeing a variety of boating activities happening along our shore is one of many attractions which lures people to visit Marquette and to live here.

The design of the boathouse and viewing area seem to me to be an attractive addition to that portion of the shoreline and will not take away from the lovely views we have there.

The rowing club has given every indication of its commitment of time and resources to make the boathouse a community asset.

I support the city’s decision to work with them.