Be part of solution instead of problem

The Outlook managing editor Santana Wood wrote a column on Jan. 25 regarding doors closing and opening. She points out while several doors have closed or have announced their closing, Amadeus Development Group is going to take on the old Russell Main Office which will hopefully bring some jobs and opportunities to Alexander City.  I too have heard the rumors about Russell Lands doing something big that will have a dynamic impact on Alexander City. I won’t repeat the rumor here, but if it is true, it will change the financial dynamics for Alexander City down the road.  

Generally, I am an optimist who believes good things are just around the corner. In that, I agree with Santana Wood when one door closes, another often opens. There is every reason to believe Amadeus will be able to rehabilitate the old Russell building. Developers are assuming a risk for putting money into the project and I assume that the leadership in Alexander City has done their due diligence that Amadeus has the financial stability and the experience to take on such a project. That’s the good news.