Bam

It seems that the third most popular editorial item in the Daily Local News is whether or not approval will be granted for the opening of a new bar in West Chester that, at least in name, local celebrity Bam Magera is a part of. At least from what I have read, the reception has been rather negative. I would gather that it is a case of NIMBY (Not In My Backyard), as opposed to angst specifically directed at Mr. Magera. Even though I am no longer a resident of West Chester, I can certainly understand the anxiety people living near the proposed location would have.

As is typical of me, I would like you to see the issue from another point of view. Well, to be honest, my point of view. However your feelings towards Bam run, you have to remember he is OUR celebrity, and from what I can see, he has had no problem remembering our area in his projects and ideas. Like it or not, we’re like PB&J.

Remember that Bam is a celebrity of Generations X and Y. Now that the Boomers are retiring, it is these generations that will be making all of the big business decisions in the not to distant future. Why not keep West Chester on the map, and add to its appeal as a place to move your business, or shoot your films? Talk about positive economic growth!

Chester County is no longer a secret, and nobody will be able to completely stop its growth. Even so, we do have the power to choose the directions we head.

Viva La Bam!