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 278 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 07
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