Quotes by Commissioner Michael DiTerlizzi

“I havent seen or heard anything yet from the developer, but I think its way too dense. I wonder if it will fit in with the character of Martin County.”

“When we start talking about so many homes, we start talking about the need for schools, the need for infrastructure. Theres also the bigger issue of affordable housing.”

“I think Martin County protects its communities very well, and we keep the growth at the airport at a very slow pace also.”

“They can encourage residents to not go to the Treasure Coast mall all they want. That whole attitude just goes to show the immaturity. Im saying this with the utmost respect. Thats just not the answer. I dont understand why they dont want to play in the sand box. Port St. Lucie is not an island.”

“Our comprehensive plan already allows truck stops, motels and hotels at the interchange entrance to Hobe Sound. What would you rather have there: truck stops and more of the same $8-an-hour wage jobs, or high-tech, high-wage jobs?”

“Its a shame millions of dollars of taxpayers money was spent to sit there and rot. The state really needs to do something about it.”

“It seems like what theyre playing is tit for tat. And thats not a good game to play. ... Their argument is weak at best.”

“We all want to solve traffic problems but nobody wants to pay for it. We need to bite the bullet and get these projects done.”