We need to minimize the repair costs to the ratepayers and preserve the natural beauty of the pond that we look at from inside our home and in our back yard.

I do not want any Steel, concrete and especially no fences.

Treat the taxpayers and the environment (Pond) with respect.

Respect our environment and city resources/ attractions for Newporters and tourists.

There can be many solutions to a problem, repair of the berm is necessary but this is the wrong solution.

Pat McCarthy of McCarthy Family at 154 Eustis Ave abutting West Bank of pond.

While I cannot deny that the pond's embankments are in need of repair, I implore the City to reconsider its current plans for ones that can be both more economical and, more importantly, considerate of environmental impacts