In conclusion, it is evident that the public opinion does not have much impact on this project. This is simply a matter of people with money and authority aiming to get richer while the lower and middle classes suffer. I disagree with the building of the hub in that particular location. I believe while considering this expansion, FedEx forgot to consider other, more logical locations. For instance, Kinston NC, which is a site targeted by the Global Transpark would be a perfect location. Kinston is a small yet progressing town which is in dyer need of economical development. There is more unused space there, and it is right next door to other industrialized cities such as Greenville, home of the ECU pirates, and Wilson. To me, that would have been a much better location. I believe that the project was not carefully planned out. I also believe that in a situation when so may peoples lives will be affected, the citizens should have the last word in determining the final outcome of the project. If our tax dollars are being used to fund well over $200 million dollars of this operation, we as a people should be heard. What is most upsetting is that the hub will now be owned by FedEx, but by the airport. The hub will be leased to FedEx meaning if they should decide to pack up and relocate, taxpayers will be stuck paying for this multimillion dollar complex. FedEx decided to locate in the Triad area in hopes of boosting a slowly growing economy and possibly bringing new businesses to an area in need. Despite their good intentions, Fed Ex has brought nothing but turmoil to the triad area.…
