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Comment: Like Buffalo Niagara RIVERKEEPER, I strongly support the revitalization of the Outer Harbor through the development of mixed-use areas at both the Seaway Piers and southern terminal area. We also strongly advocate the creation of substantial parkland on the majority of the site. This vision is consistent with public demand for greatly increased waterfront parkland - not just trail areas - expressed repeatedly in over 40 years of planning documents for the site. I also strongly opposes the sale of public waterfront land to private interests. The Outer Harbor is public trust property and must remain in public ownership. New development and waterfront vibrancy can be accommodated through the use of long-term (50 year) leases or other public-private partnerships. If the NFTA no longer wishes to serve as the steward of the Outer Harbor parcel, another suitable public or not for profit entity should be identified to manage the revitalization of the site.  Driven first and foremost by the desire to amass private financial gain, a private real estate developer is not an appropriate steward of the publics right to access the regions rich waterfront recreation resources. The waterfront belongs to the entire community and must remain in public ownership.