It would seem to me that, regardless of the bottom line, there are (board members) who are going to vote for it no matter what the cost. I mean, the price went through the roof and it still passed.
I`d ask him, `Willie, why did you do that?` ... But he never knew why.
They have fun and they learn about discipline. But they`re also going to learn about teamwork and responsibility.
I think Taylor`s come a long way. It was pretty bad 20 years ago.
Monday night is going to be like Christmas. He`s been waiting a long time and it`s finally here.
I would have waited a few months, and see what was going to happen and see if maybe the taxpayer could have a reduction in property tax and maybe be more amenable to spending money.
I grew up in Worcester, and we never thought twice about the Blackstone. It was something south of the city -- and in the `50s and `60s, when I was growing up, it was pretty dirty -- so no one thought about it much.
The goal is to be able to serve the visitors we have and we get a facility that meets their needs, ... Eventually it will bring more people.
It was a wonderful turnout. Be ready for next year.
I`d ask him, `Willie, why did you do that?` ... But he never knew why.