Murphy Urges Connecticut Dept. of Energy & Environmental Protection to Preserve Waterford's Historical Seaside Clinic

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U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) called on Commissioner Rob Klee of Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP), as well as Mr. Jason Hellendrung, ASLA, and Mr. Allen Penniman, AICP, of Sasaki Associates, Inc. -- a firm hired by Connecticut DEEP -- to preserve Waterford's historic Seaside Clinic, which is at risk of being destroyed when the property is converted into a coastal state park later this year. In his letter, Murphy highlights the architectural merit and historical importance of the building -- which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designed by renowned architect, Cass Gilbert -- to Connecticut, and calls on the Connecticut DEEP to protect the integrity of the building for generations to come.

"The Seaside Clinic is essential to the history of Connecticut as well as the legacy of Cass Gilbert, one of America's most prominent 20th century architects who designed some of the most impressive architectural creations, including the U.S. Supreme Court building and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce headquarters. It's an invaluable structure that served as a vital medical facility for the sick and disabled and is one of Gilbert's final designs, making the preservation of his last major project all the more meaningful. For these reasons the Seaside Clinic must remain a historic building and be preserved for generations to come. I urge the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection will take these compelling factors into consideration, and find a new use for this Connecticut treasure."

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