To the editor:

On behalf of The Stone Harbour Condominium Association, we respectfully request that the Bristol Town Council file a letter of objection to the CRMC and DEM regarding the application by TSL LLC., to locate a floating pool boat at Thames Street Landing.

We have serious concerns regarding the noise, safety, access to and from our marina, and negative impact on our property values.

We pride ourselves on being good neighbors and adding value to Bristol by supporting local businesses and nonprofits. We have 81 units in three buildings. We maintain our boardwalk and sidewalk. We require no Town services, except public safety, and we have no children in the public school system. We pay real estate taxes on property insured at $95 million.

We understand and appreciate the eclectic fabric of downtown Bristol. Our residents have lived all over the country and embrace Bristol as a special place to live. We accept that we live in the midst of a business and entertainment district. In season, we are accustomed to the music and revelry from the restaurants, bars, and wedding venue.

We also know it is a small price to pay to call this home. However, a floating pool boat is beyond the pale.

We will state our objections at the next Town Council Meeting on May 29 and to CRMC and DEM. We hope that the town council takes our concerns into consideration and objects to this application

Howard G. Sutton
President
Stone Harbour Board of Directors