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11/29/2011 - 03:52 PM
It's a nice looking site, but it's jumbled and hard to find information if you're just coming into it. I'm sure it works well if you already know what's going on, but even after reading the "About Us" page, I'm not sure what it's about.
I'm a Texan, and hate to see development ruining the natural beauty of my state. I think you need to have a part of your website that shows what this beauty looks like now, and how it will look if whatever it is you're fighting against happens.
Also an overall map of the project should be easily located on your site. Basically, a casual observer should be able to get on your site and immediately be awed by the beauty of River Road, and appalled at the possibility of its destruction.
I came here through a link on reddit.com, by the way.
I'm a Texan, and hate to see development ruining the natural beauty of my state. I think you need to have a part of your website that shows what this beauty looks like now, and how it will look if whatever it is you're fighting against happens.
Also an overall map of the project should be easily located on your site. Basically, a casual observer should be able to get on your site and immediately be awed by the beauty of River Road, and appalled at the possibility of its destruction.
I came here through a link on reddit.com, by the way.
12/01/2011 - 03:34 AM
Dale,
Thank you very much for your honest feedback! We strive to keep our site as user-friendly as possible and, surely, there is much that could be improved but also much that has been improved already.
Picture galleries and slideshows are nice but - besides looking 'eye-candy' - they would distract from the main purpose of our site: keeping folks 'in the loop' by providing up-to-date information, news and appointment schedules regarding the planned loop affecting our beloved River Road area.
This surely doesn't mean that we won't add additional 'goodies' to our website in the future, yet, currently we simply do not have the time and resources to do so. We're all volunteers, offering our spare free time and (limited) knowledge.
Thank you very much for your honest feedback! We strive to keep our site as user-friendly as possible and, surely, there is much that could be improved but also much that has been improved already.
Picture galleries and slideshows are nice but - besides looking 'eye-candy' - they would distract from the main purpose of our site: keeping folks 'in the loop' by providing up-to-date information, news and appointment schedules regarding the planned loop affecting our beloved River Road area.
This surely doesn't mean that we won't add additional 'goodies' to our website in the future, yet, currently we simply do not have the time and resources to do so. We're all volunteers, offering our spare free time and (limited) knowledge.
06/08/2011 - 05:50 PM
Outer Loop would destroy one of 'greatest drives'
Congratulations to everyone in this county for maintaining River Road as one of the "51 Great Scenic Drives" as the best in Texas! Referencing Carter Casteel's June 2 letter to the editor, "You would think that somehow we could figure out how to protect and manage such a beautiful natural resource with respect to property rights and without damage to our economy."
Many tax-paying citizens oppose the proposed Outer Loop road because the bridge over the Guadalupe at Second Crossing will destroy the scenic value and will threaten the ecological balance. The major highway that would be the Loop will also destroy the beauty and serenity of much of the county as crosscountry trucks create noxious fumes and noise pollution.
Surely our elected offcials will protect and manage this beautiful resource that is Comal County by finding an alternative to the seriously destructive Outer Loop.
Congratulations to everyone in this county for maintaining River Road as one of the "51 Great Scenic Drives" as the best in Texas! Referencing Carter Casteel's June 2 letter to the editor, "You would think that somehow we could figure out how to protect and manage such a beautiful natural resource with respect to property rights and without damage to our economy."
Many tax-paying citizens oppose the proposed Outer Loop road because the bridge over the Guadalupe at Second Crossing will destroy the scenic value and will threaten the ecological balance. The major highway that would be the Loop will also destroy the beauty and serenity of much of the county as crosscountry trucks create noxious fumes and noise pollution.
Surely our elected offcials will protect and manage this beautiful resource that is Comal County by finding an alternative to the seriously destructive Outer Loop.
06/07/2011 - 06:52 AM
total insanity...brought on by greed.
i have been a land surveyor for 25+ years. i have seen thousands and thousands of beautiful acres turned to concrete and homes. developers do not see this beauty in the same light as those of us who cringe at the thought of a concrete overpass coming out of the cliffs at second crossing, or the concrete ramps that will tie into river road (the ramps will not work unless river road is widened and improved}.
next will come the subdivisions, hotels etc.
hmmm...all i can think of is the river walk in san antonio....makes me ill.
so next will be the "population explosion"{oh, this the reason this project is so badly needed...where will all of these people live who soon will be on us like locusts}
WHERE WILL THE WATER COME FROM FOR THESE PEOPLE TO DRINK AND BATH ?
{hey..maybe a new dam on the river ?} sounds to me like the cart is in front of the horse..DO NOT BUILD AND THEY WILL NOT COME !!
STAY AWAY FROM THE GUADALUPE RIVER AND RIVER ROAD...WE, THE PEOPLE DO NOT WANT IT, AND HELLO TXDOT...YOU WORK FOR US
Fishinged, Canyon Lake
i have been a land surveyor for 25+ years. i have seen thousands and thousands of beautiful acres turned to concrete and homes. developers do not see this beauty in the same light as those of us who cringe at the thought of a concrete overpass coming out of the cliffs at second crossing, or the concrete ramps that will tie into river road (the ramps will not work unless river road is widened and improved}.
next will come the subdivisions, hotels etc.
hmmm...all i can think of is the river walk in san antonio....makes me ill.
so next will be the "population explosion"{oh, this the reason this project is so badly needed...where will all of these people live who soon will be on us like locusts}
WHERE WILL THE WATER COME FROM FOR THESE PEOPLE TO DRINK AND BATH ?
{hey..maybe a new dam on the river ?} sounds to me like the cart is in front of the horse..DO NOT BUILD AND THEY WILL NOT COME !!
STAY AWAY FROM THE GUADALUPE RIVER AND RIVER ROAD...WE, THE PEOPLE DO NOT WANT IT, AND HELLO TXDOT...YOU WORK FOR US
Fishinged, Canyon Lake
05/16/2011 - 02:34 PM
To correct my last comment in which I quoted a song, my husband has reminded me that it is a song by Randy Rogers and his lyrics are, "they call it the hill country, I call it home. What will they call it when its leveled and paved?..." It is a beautiful song as it hits the heart. 
05/16/2011 - 01:54 PM
I relocated here some years ago to get away from the fast paced Houston congestion. For more than 20 years, I dreamed of living in the beautiful and peaceful land that so many of us know as, "The Texas Hill Country". Since I was 18 years old, we would retreat here to camp, canoe, raft, tube and hike. Now being a local, we still camp out on the River and do all these wonderful things. I have written many songs and poems inspired by this paradise. In fact, many people have been inspired in so many ways in music, writing, photography, painting, scultures, wood, glass art and through so many other expressions...The Art of Living is right here. So many Texas Artists are sprouting from these roots and because of these roots they have thrived. As quoted in a song by Cory Morrow, "They call it the hill country, I call it home...what will they call it when its flattened and paved?..." This is my home and I will join in the fight to PROTECT what is here and to PROTECT THE FUTURE OF THIS ECOLOGICAL PARADISE.:o
04/11/2011 - 04:46 PM
I have been coming to New B for about 15 years now and have always stayed on River Road while camping!! The thought of a highway being put in the middle of that river is atrocious!! I live in Brazoira county and will do whatever I can to help NOT let this happen!!!! KEEP RIVER ROAD AND THE GUADALUPE ALIVE AND RUNNIN!!!!!
Sincerely,
Amy and Rick Crosson
Brazoria Texas
Sincerely,
Amy and Rick Crosson
Brazoria Texas
02/14/2011 - 01:25 AM
My husband and I are Canadians touring Texas and are camping along River Road right on the Guadalupe River. We spent today touring along River Road with many others. We also spent time on the river bank just enjoying the peace and scenery.
Will this be the same with a multi-lane highway planned? We think not!! What a shame!::(:(
Will this be the same with a multi-lane highway planned? We think not!! What a shame!::(:(
11/24/2010 - 12:36 AM
Our family, as well as 6 or more others have been hunting and camping there for over 40 years. It has been our most favorable memories growing up as well as our children and theirs. It breaks our hearts to think of the atrocity planned for this beautiful drive through the hills. Please find it in your hearts to spend this money where it could really benefit.
11/18/2010 - 06:50 PM
Our family and friends have camped at 2nd crossing for years. It would be so sad to see a bridge and highway built over that area. So terrible for the businesses in that area also!
11/17/2010 - 06:11 PM
I am not from the New Braunfels area, However I do retreat there once or twice a summer to escape from everything. These people who are doing this must not know what it is like to have peace and tranquility in there lives. But if they were to visit the area and just relax, they just might realize why River Road should not be touched. Thank GRRA for all tha you have done to preserve such a place, and keep up the great work.
11/08/2010 - 02:42 AM
We traveled along the River Road on our return from Austin to San Antonio area. It is a favorite drive of ours and this morning was quiet because of the time change, we are sure. Beautiful and wonderful photo opportunities (5 young deer grazing), calm waters and beautiful river canyon scenes. Would like to recommend that TXDOT work on a dangerous intersection at Braun Road and 1604 rather than try to destroy the beautiful River Road area. Many have fought and rebuilt after flooding more than once--they deserve to retain the beauty of the river and serenity of their homes.
10/19/2010 - 11:45 PM
I really hope that this beautiful area does not turn into the urban jungle that is looming. This section of the river is one of my favorite in the state, not only for it’s escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and natural solitude, but also it’s first-rate fly fishing for trout. This trout fishery, believe it or not is one of the selling points that made me choose to live south of Austin, when I moved from my native New England. It would be a shame to see local governments allow this fishery and wild escape become just another concrete wasteland that nobody will visit or patronize. Do the right thing!;)
09/10/2010 - 05:08 AM
why would they even consider destroying this beautiful stretch of Texas !!! this has to be stopped !!!
08/30/2010 - 06:01 PM
The river road drive is beautiful. Not a native of the area but grew up on a river felt like home when I drove through the area. Hopefully no harm will come to this natural sanctuary.
08/29/2010 - 04:59 AM
I wish they would just leave the river alone how would they like it if someone put a highway through their backyard:(
08/28/2010 - 03:59 AM
WHAT is TxDot thinking????? Leave this Texas landmark alone. Yes, the traffic is bad in NB in the summer but WHY oh WHY destroy such beauty. I started camping on River Road way before all the new places have opened & still enjoy the drive on RR. LEAVE RIVER ROAD AS IS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!;)
08/24/2010 - 02:33 PM
It would be a travesty to allow this to happen. The word needs to be spread for everyone possible to become involved in stopping this from happening! 
07/19/2010 - 08:05 PM
The outer loop over 2nd crossing has to be stopped, this is our family get-away from the highway traffic and our place to relax and have fun for my whole family.
07/15/2010 - 07:29 PM
We (entire family from Victoria Texas) have been visiting, camping and swimming this area for over 20 years and we have witnessed the explosion of development. However, it saddens me to see such a beautiful and enviromentally sensitive area being considered for destruction for the sake of development, economics, and other personal interests. I pray that all involved will come to their senses and throw the whole idea of a loop in the trash!
07/08/2010 - 08:05 PM
WE own homes on the river and are concerned about the devastation this outer loop will cause!
07/06/2010 - 06:19 AM
I cannot imagine what this could do to the beautiful area in which I have been vacationing for years! I will contact any city official I can!! This must be stopped!
06/28/2010 - 05:32 AM
Have been enjoying this area since I was a child. This will do irreparable damage to the river and will negatively impact the scenery, the prehistoric and historic archaelogical resources, the wildlife and the country feel of this area. I do not want to camp with highway noise echoing down the canyon.
Ernest "Dusty" Kobs, IV 
06/28/2010 - 01:35 AM
06/28/2010 - 01:35 AM
Keep up the good work. I will help as I am able as should all who love the heritage and beauty of our Texas. Dusty
06/12/2010 - 04:13 PM
Do you really need another road? River Road is a beautiful place for recreation and preservation. It should be left as it is!
06/10/2010 - 12:12 AM
This is one of the most beautiful areas in our state. Have been visiting the river since I was a kid, and introduced my children to the joys of the river last summer. Please everyone, do all we can to stop this road from becoming a reality.
06/03/2010 - 05:55 PM
I just spent my Memorial Day weekend camping and tubing on the Guadalupe for the first time and I will be coming back every year now! It is such a beautiful place and it breaks my heart to imagine how much of an eye-sore it would be to have a giant road running through it. The people who proposed this plan and those who support it must have never stayed on the river....if they had, no one would have to save River Road and we could all just enjoy it forever!
05/31/2010 - 11:25 PM
After spending the holiday weekend camping on the river I feel it would be a shame to desicrate the land scape with construction polution and damage the feel of being out of the city.
Robert A. Nowotny
05/23/2010 - 02:56 PM
05/23/2010 - 02:56 PM
I fully support the efforts of the Guadalupe River Road Alliance. The construction of a superhighway that will span River Road at the second crossing is blatantly irresponsible and it must be stopped. As the Libertarian Candidate for Texas State Representative, District 73, I will do everything in my power to oppose the Outer Loop as currently proposed.
Robert A. Nowotny
Robert A. Nowotny
05/17/2010 - 11:59 PM
I have lived in New Braunfels all my life and have enjoyed driving along River Road since I was very young. Now I take my daughters for drives along the river. It would be a shame to see the beautiful countryside marred by a multilane highway!!
04/02/2010 - 02:36 AM
I have lived at Canyonlake since 1992.I love to go to the river and just sit when life gets to stressful.My nience loves to go and float the river.She loves the deer that roam around here.Please leave the river a LONE!!!!!!;);)
03/19/2010 - 12:30 AM
We live at Cibolo, but enjoy the river very much. Our kids are grown, have kids of their own. We hope to have them enjoy the the camping and rafting that is the best around. What happens to traditions, and just plain tourist enjoyment when the roads are built. The people of the riverroad area are the best around. They deserve to keep their property and lives.:roll::)
02/28/2010 - 07:45 AM
I've lived at Canyon Lake for 8yrs now... and enjoy the river just as much. I have been going down river road for many years before that. I would really hate to see ANYTHING built anywhere near these areas. Our beautiful hillcountry needs to be left as it is to keep the wildlife, and our water ways fresh, and the overall beauty of the nature. I say NO MORE ROADS...NO MORE BUILDINGS!!!! We do not want to look like the city, over crowded and lots of traffic. We've definitly got to be heard... AND LISTENED TO!!!!
02/25/2010 - 05:15 PM
The area along River Road is one of the few places on earth you can go and feel complete peace and happiness. It is a huge part of our lives. Have you ever known a person and known they were happy but had never really seen the happiness totally absorb them? When my mom is at her favorite park on River Road, you see that in her. It's the best feeling in the world to see your mother totally at peace. That's the true depiction of happiness. I guarantee she is not the only one that feels that way in that area. I know I feel it once I pass through Austin...just knowing I'm getting close. My kids are growing up visiting the area with us a couple of times a year and experiencing beautiful Mother Nature at her finest. I live in the Fort Worth area so I can't vote but wish I could. Please don't take away the most peaceful and special place on earth.
02/25/2010 - 02:07 AM
My family and I have camped near the 2nd. crossing of the River for years now, as we feel it is the most special place on earth. God created it, brought us to it to enjoy, so how could anyone actually think of changing the awesome atmosphere surrounding this beautiful river and River Rd.? Please, No outer loop!
02/19/2010 - 08:23 PM
My husband and I returned to New Braunfels after being gone 17 years. We purchased nearly 10 acres on Lone Oak Road (one of the "targets" of the loop)thinking we could enjoy the beauty and abundance of the Texas hill country. To think that our elected officials would allow the destruction that will occur if the loop is built, is unthinkable. Who will benefit? Certainly not those of us who value this little piece of paradise in its natural state. Sad, isn't it, that development/MONEY is such a powerful motivator. Maybe our officials will surprise us all and vote for the land, the people who live here, and the heritage that is New Braunfels...maybe ecological justice will prevail! 
02/04/2010 - 12:45 AM
I encourage anyone that is a resident of New braunfels to contact their city council member to strongly oppose not just the bridge at crossing two, but the Outer loop in general. This is the most shortsighted and stupid thing that could happen to this beautiful area. It's not just the road, it's the development that it will facilitate, along with all the asthetic and enviormental damage that comes along with it.
01/25/2010 - 07:37 AM
Anytime Im having a bad day and just need to relaxe I drive river road, in the summer its joyful, in the winter is peaceful and in the spring its beautiful. I take visitors from out of town on this roadtrip to show the beauty of the area and would hate to see it destroyed for a loop that is not needed, with the expanding of 46 it should not be needed.
01/21/2010 - 10:30 PM
i moved to canyon lake just last summer. i was awed by the beauty and serenity of river road when i discovered it.
i travel the loop we already have all the time, and it is sufficient and not very crowded. (loop 337/46).there is no need at all for an outer loop in this area.
this proposal is a horrible idea. the damage would be far-reaching and permanent. this area is a treasure, and a source of revenue to the area as well.
i urge the council and the state of texas to use the roads we already have.
WE DON'T NEED IT, WE DON'T WANT IT, VOTE NO ON THE NBOL!!!!!!
i travel the loop we already have all the time, and it is sufficient and not very crowded. (loop 337/46).there is no need at all for an outer loop in this area.
this proposal is a horrible idea. the damage would be far-reaching and permanent. this area is a treasure, and a source of revenue to the area as well.
i urge the council and the state of texas to use the roads we already have.
WE DON'T NEED IT, WE DON'T WANT IT, VOTE NO ON THE NBOL!!!!!!
01/09/2010 - 10:41 PM
We spend our winters here in Comal county and LOVE this area. What a shame if TDOT is able to go thru with its plans. Good luck and don't give up fighting for River Road and the River--- Its worth the fight!! 
12/29/2009 - 12:50 AM
I hate to see anyone mess with River Road. Don't take away the beauty of the river to help with "growth". If I were a resident of Comal County I would vote against it.
12/18/2009 - 10:46 PM
There has to be a better alternate route than anywhere on the scenic sections of River Road. This mecca for tourists from throughout the world. This lazy, leisurely stroll down a time gone by for most of Texas. It is so accessible and yet for removed from the mayhem our society allows. Leave these stretch under developed is the only sane approach. This CAN NOT BE. NO is the only acceptable answer to any proposal of this magnitude. This is a piece of Texas worthy of fighting with all our might to preserve.
Any political figure foolish enough to agree to this blasphemy will surely not be entrusted to a public office as long as he or she shall live.
Sincerely
David A. Jacobson
Any political figure foolish enough to agree to this blasphemy will surely not be entrusted to a public office as long as he or she shall live.
Sincerely
David A. Jacobson
12/16/2009 - 06:37 PM
River Road is the "Jewel Of The Hill Country"! It would be a shame to deface it. Paul and Denise:eek:
12/10/2009 - 05:52 PM
Please stop this insanity NOW! River Road is not and was NEVER meant to be a busy highway of any kind. Nature needs some space. This is about someone making a lot of money on the sale of land, NOT what is best for the area.
12/04/2009 - 04:51 AM
You go guys.:eek::o
We are so happy you are doing this. We'll fill out the petition and send it in.
We come all the way from CA to enjoy the Guadalupe River.
We are so happy you are doing this. We'll fill out the petition and send it in.
We come all the way from CA to enjoy the Guadalupe River.
12/03/2009 - 06:04 AM
I have lived on River Road for over 16 years. After both floods more and more outfitters popped up on River Road where houses stood before the floods. Needless to say this has destroyed a great deal of beauty and peacefulness we had before the floods. To add a cross over bridge to the 2nd xing will only serve to destroy what is left. Please, don't do this.
Sharon Mosley
11/21/2009 - 07:03 PM
11/21/2009 - 07:03 PM
I would like to urge the New Braunfels City Council to vote "NO" on section B of the proposed outer loop. Section B will destroy the beauty of the Guadalupe River and River Road. The environmental and economic damages will be substantial to this area.
The proposed outer loop will also destroy my family's heritage as a portion of the loop will run directly through our ranch. This is a piece of property which has proudly been in my husband's family since 1876. My husband and I have raised four children on this property. We have taught them land perservation and good stewardship hoping that their heirs may also have the same rights and privileges passed on to them by their ancestors. This hope will be impossible when the property is destroyed by the outer loop.
I would ask you to please examine alternate routes that include existing roadways; New Braunfels has a heritage worth preserving. River Road is one the most beautiful treasures in Texas. I ask that you vote "NO" on section B of the proposed outer loop. Do not take from New Braunfels, Comal County and the state of Texas what is truly one of its greatest assets.
Sincerely,
Sharon Mosley
The proposed outer loop will also destroy my family's heritage as a portion of the loop will run directly through our ranch. This is a piece of property which has proudly been in my husband's family since 1876. My husband and I have raised four children on this property. We have taught them land perservation and good stewardship hoping that their heirs may also have the same rights and privileges passed on to them by their ancestors. This hope will be impossible when the property is destroyed by the outer loop.
I would ask you to please examine alternate routes that include existing roadways; New Braunfels has a heritage worth preserving. River Road is one the most beautiful treasures in Texas. I ask that you vote "NO" on section B of the proposed outer loop. Do not take from New Braunfels, Comal County and the state of Texas what is truly one of its greatest assets.
Sincerely,
Sharon Mosley
Kathleen McBride
11/20/2009 - 02:49 PM
11/20/2009 - 02:49 PM
My family has been camping at River Road Campground just before the second crossing since 1968 ---- frequently. River Road is a treasure well worth preserving. 
11/18/2009 - 05:26 AM
The very idea of someone wanting to put in a multi-lane by-pass highway accross the Guadelupe River is one of the most outrageous things I have ever heard!
Our natural resources and wildlife are being destroyed at an alarming rate as it is with the urban sprawl encroaching on this area, not to mention our way of life.
We have visitors from all over the country and international visitors as well who come here simply to enjoy our Hill Country and especially our Guadelupe River recreation areas. Our visitors come to play and enjoy our natural resources and as long as they continue to come, they will bring all kinds of "Tourism" dollars to the whole area, why destroy that as well as the land and rivers?
Those of us who live and have businesses on the river work very hard to protect it and promote it as one of the most precious resources in the state, and one of the most family friendly places to vacation in Texas. We have a fragile environment with the Edwards Aquifer providing water to hundreds of thousands of people and it also needs to be protected from needless roadway projects such as this.
Our grandchildren have been coming here since they were born,and I for one, want to help preserve this part of their heritage so they can bring their children and grandchildren back here to learn to love it as much as we do.
I will be attending future meetings, writing and calling every official I can think of, and paying very close attention to those officials who vote in favor of this insanity.
The votes count folks, and that is the language they understand. Mine will be given to those who are true stewards of our land and rivers.
Our natural resources and wildlife are being destroyed at an alarming rate as it is with the urban sprawl encroaching on this area, not to mention our way of life.
We have visitors from all over the country and international visitors as well who come here simply to enjoy our Hill Country and especially our Guadelupe River recreation areas. Our visitors come to play and enjoy our natural resources and as long as they continue to come, they will bring all kinds of "Tourism" dollars to the whole area, why destroy that as well as the land and rivers?
Those of us who live and have businesses on the river work very hard to protect it and promote it as one of the most precious resources in the state, and one of the most family friendly places to vacation in Texas. We have a fragile environment with the Edwards Aquifer providing water to hundreds of thousands of people and it also needs to be protected from needless roadway projects such as this.
Our grandchildren have been coming here since they were born,and I for one, want to help preserve this part of their heritage so they can bring their children and grandchildren back here to learn to love it as much as we do.
I will be attending future meetings, writing and calling every official I can think of, and paying very close attention to those officials who vote in favor of this insanity.
The votes count folks, and that is the language they understand. Mine will be given to those who are true stewards of our land and rivers.
11/17/2009 - 03:58 AM
I plan to contact every elected official on the the list provided and let them know than any crossing of river rd, or the river is a horrible idea. My Great Uncle Bemis built the dam that is now called the chute before 2nd crossing. I am sure that he is now rolling in his grave hearing that there could be a 6 lane over pass, just down river. To think that anyone with any sense could drive down river rd, and want to ruin it is just unreal. My wife and I are property owners on the river and I will speak with my voice and vote. I encourage more of you to do the same. Those in office that support any crossing of the river or river rd, can be certain they will not get our vote and we will encourage others to vote against them as well.
Paul Martinez
11/17/2009 - 12:47 AM
11/17/2009 - 12:47 AM
I have only lived on River Road by the 3rd crossing for 3 years after living in Houston for 46 years. The natural beauty of the land in the area made me realized how I lost contact with earth and wildlife.
Living at a spot where many tubers and other out of towners including overseas come through they all have comments that express the love and appreciation of this unique location. they also say they come to River Road because there is no other place like ii and many have told me this is the most beautiful road in Texas.
One of the greatest pleasures that I now realized is the kids facial expressions when that get out of the tubing vehicles. I can tell they are from a city and they're overwhelmed with the area along with many adults.
To take this away is not a patriotic thing and most of all to take away from the animals. They have no one to help them in a situation like this. They were here first, we must protect them and also the family heritage in the area.
Living at a spot where many tubers and other out of towners including overseas come through they all have comments that express the love and appreciation of this unique location. they also say they come to River Road because there is no other place like ii and many have told me this is the most beautiful road in Texas.
One of the greatest pleasures that I now realized is the kids facial expressions when that get out of the tubing vehicles. I can tell they are from a city and they're overwhelmed with the area along with many adults.
To take this away is not a patriotic thing and most of all to take away from the animals. They have no one to help them in a situation like this. They were here first, we must protect them and also the family heritage in the area.
11/14/2009 - 05:55 PM
Please DO NOT DESTROY RIVER ROAD. It is such a beautful drive and peacful place to go and get away from the rush of everyday life. We have taken so many things of our kids today and they have no were to go to enjoy the beauty and nature. Why take more away from them. Please convey to the city council that it would be taking away from the beauty of Texas and the Guadalup River to put in thie major concrete/steel stucture. God and Mother nature took many years to put something of this beauty there for everyone to enjoy and appreciate, so why do you want to take it all away? Please Vote NO and oppose construction Section B of the proposed out loop. Why can you not improve the existing highways for the development of this corridor. Please Vote No and Save River Road for all the people of Texas and the many that come to vist this wounderful state and go camping or toobing on the river. Please don't take more from us oldies and for the kids to come.
Shirley Hanover
11/14/2009 - 01:09 AM
11/14/2009 - 01:09 AM
I have lived on River Road all my long life. I really appreciate the beauty after coming home from a trip. Nothing quite like it anywhere else. The key issue about section B of the outer loop is that there is an alternate route. "They" do not have to destroy River Road. This is the message we want conveyed to the City Council members. Keep River Road scenic and the Guadalup River pristine!
11/12/2009 - 07:33 PM
My family has been coming to camp on the Guadalupe for more than 35 years. We camp at River Road Campground, right by the 2nd crossing.
This ia a beautiful river! My niece to some lovely pictures of the fall colors this past weekend while we here there for Wurstfest.
I would hate to loose this to a major concrete/steel structure.
This ia a beautiful river! My niece to some lovely pictures of the fall colors this past weekend while we here there for Wurstfest.
I would hate to loose this to a major concrete/steel structure.
McDougall, Bridget
11/11/2009 - 12:28 AM
11/11/2009 - 12:28 AM
I was born and raised here. My parents had a small house on Lake Dunlap (a wide part of the Guadalupe River. We loved the beauty of River Road. So much that my husband and I bought a lot in the 70's and in 1985 had a house built on the River off River Road. We would hate see this area destroyed by a Hwy. over any part of the Guadalupe River and River Road.Please help keep this area unchanged for all generations to come.They will love it as much as I have. Please ask other to sign in. We need many to Save River Road and the Guadalupe River as we know it....Thanks
CJ Carr
11/10/2009 - 02:07 PM
11/10/2009 - 02:07 PM
SAMPLE LETTER TO NB CITY COUNCIL:
I oppose any construction that will involve the area known as "SECTION B" of the proposed OUTER LOOP. I can see no reason why RIVER ROAD should be included in the development of this corridor.
River Road is an HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT and ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE part of Texas. Large scale development in this area will threaten the EDWARDS AQUIFER and the water source for over A MILLION PEOPLE. This will cause irreparable damage to RIVER ROAD and the GUADALUPE RIVER.
On a more PERSONAL note, this will destroy my family's quality of life, as I live 3 miles from the proposed MULTI-LANE OVERPASS. Please vote NO on this proposal and encourage the planners to improve EXISTING HIGHWAYS to complete this part of the corridor.
Respectfully,
CJ Carr
New Braunfels
I oppose any construction that will involve the area known as "SECTION B" of the proposed OUTER LOOP. I can see no reason why RIVER ROAD should be included in the development of this corridor.
River Road is an HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT and ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE part of Texas. Large scale development in this area will threaten the EDWARDS AQUIFER and the water source for over A MILLION PEOPLE. This will cause irreparable damage to RIVER ROAD and the GUADALUPE RIVER.
On a more PERSONAL note, this will destroy my family's quality of life, as I live 3 miles from the proposed MULTI-LANE OVERPASS. Please vote NO on this proposal and encourage the planners to improve EXISTING HIGHWAYS to complete this part of the corridor.
Respectfully,
CJ Carr
New Braunfels
It’s summer time on the Guadalupe River. It’s hot. The water’s cool and you are ready to hit the river with your family and friends as you have for so many summers before. Ah, the memories…camp outs and barbeques on the river, children playing in the water, abundant wildlife parading in front of you. Life is good on the river. Always is, always has been.
You drive up to your favorite campground. It’s closed! Not for the day or an emergency. The business is gone. As you continue down the road to find another site from which to enjoy the river, you notice an abundance of trash and debris. The next thing you hear is the loud din of highway traffic. Where did that come from? Gone are the scenic trails and meandering single lane road. Gone are the ducks, deer, squirrels and hawks. In their place is a multilane highway with the accompanying, traffic noise, impolite drivers, and garbage.
What happened? Who did this? Why didn’t someone stop it? YOU didn’t stop it. YOU didn’t get involved, attend meetings, write letters. YOU voted for the OUTER LOOP. YOU traded your family’s environmental heritage for commercial gain! SHAME on YOU! YOU are to blame! What a nightmare!!!
WAKE UP!
It hasn’t happened yet! There is still time to stop this horrific turn of events. YOU can be the one who keeps River Road alive to give wonderful memories to future generations. Get involved, be informed, imagine the future. And if you resemble the YOU in the imaginary scenario. CHANGE YOUR MIND AND CHANGE YOUR VOTE. Because once this nightmare is a reality, there is no way to CHANGE it back!