Annette Ricciardi | July 15th, 2026 | Tapinto Summit
Before diving into the details, it is worth remembering why this story matters today. Broad Street West is no longer just a debate about a redevelopment proposal that failed years ago. It has become a case study in what happens when government makes irreversible financial commitments before the public process has run its course. The consequences still show up in Summit’s budget. As our community prepares to confront another major redevelopment decision, understanding the lessons of Broad Street West has never been more important. This look back examines what happened, what it cost taxpayers, and the principles that should guide Summit’s next chapter. See the full article here: https://www.tapinto.net/towns/summit/categories/op-eds/articles/broad-street-west-still-haunts-summit-let-s-learn-from-it