Universal Studios Expansion

I’m deeply disappointed with the press coverage about Universal’s development project. Universal has carefully planned a “City Jewel” in the heart of the Valley, providing a huge tax base and thousands of new jobs. As a result of dozens of forum-type community meetings, Universal has adjusted many elements of its proposed development. Tragically a few vocal community activists, supported by the press, have caused the Valley’s largest private employer to drastically reduce its plan for the future--to the detriment of the city. . . . The media [have] chosen to slant stories toward the point of view of the naysayers, who offer nothing but criticism. Negativity may indeed sell newspapers, but it does not provide a new tax base or employment.

The original plan was the right plan for Los Angeles and the right plan for Universal Studios.

WAYNE M. BURNETTE

Chairman, Center for Leadership

Development

Studio City