All should be heard in drum circle debate
Editors, Asheville Global Report,
The idea of banning the drum circle is a ridiculous waste of time and a threat to the city's tourist industry. This is a popular thing to do when visiting Asheville and should not be removed from the public setting. Condo owners had to have known what they where getting into when they purchased property nearby. Were there over 200 complaints from these resident to match the crowd that was enjoying the event? If not, I would seriously consider either setting it up for an earlier time or moving it to a less residential park, rather than banning it. Surely there is an alternative that will satisfy all involved? Yes, residents should have a voice in this, but so too should participants and those who come to watch. This is tradition here!! Of course it must be easy to find for the tourists...
Oreandra McNally
Asheville, NC