Disappointed Ex-Fultonian: The True Problem with Fulton

by Contributor | September 21, 2020 4:45 pm

Let’s face it, Fulton receives a lot of bad press. Far too often the people of Fulton use the mayor and the school system as a scapegoat for all of their problems. I hate to break it to you, but the main problem lies with the heart of the city; The People. We simply cannot rely on the administration to completely change the future of Fulton. It’s time that the people actually begin to take responsibility and hold themselves accountable.

It’s not a difficult task to take care of your homes and yards, regardless of homeownership status. Fulton Block Builders has taken the initiative and attempted to revive property values, but the folks interested in participating in this program make up the minority of the city. These efforts will be diminished by the majority of the city which has overgrown lawns filled with trash and siding with peeling paint. Nobody is taking the initiative to change the narrative surrounding the city. With the exception of 1-2 appealing neighborhoods, nobody in their right mind would ever want to move to Fulton, all they have to do is take a quick drive down First or Oneida Street. Instead of blaming the mayor and school board for your problems, start by holding yourself accountable. Hold your neighbors accountable. Hold your friends and family accountable.

As someone who grew up in Fulton and eventually left (a story far too common), I cannot see myself ever returning. Fulton in its current state is no place to raise a family. In all honesty, the school boards and city legislature can only do so much, with the people of the city working against them, no significant changes will ever be made. It’s time for the people of Fulton to do better. Otherwise, the City will continue to carry the stigma it always has.

-A Disappointed Ex-Fultonian

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