come here, dock their boats, walk into a restaurant or cafe while enjoying the best view they can get.” A nine-acre waterfront has already drawn interest from various developers, with proposals for a riverwalk and mixed-use commercial space. “This isn’t just a beautification project,” Guindi noted. “It’s a pure economic development, and it’s going to make the South River a beautiful destination.” INFRASTRUCTURE: REPLACING WHAT TIME WORE DOWN For Guindi, infrastructure isn’t a glamorous topic, but it’s foundational. “Our water lines are more than a hundred years old. That doesn’t justify the expiry of the lines, but it’s dangerous,” he said. Since the time he took charge, he has been working endlessly to secure approximately 4 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07
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