I applaud the article about the best "theme" for the Inner Harbor ("Best theme for the Inner Harbor: water" June 8) and agree that the growing number of residents must be considered.

I walk along the promenade frequently and see scores of moms and dads with strollers, office workers headed to work and fellow city boosters. We are all walkers, all residents and all eager to see our city thrive. We have a treasure that we need to promote and to nurture. Waterfront Partnership is striving for a healthy harbor and intends to achieve that goal.

With that in mind, we broke ground May 5th for Pierce's Park, an acre between Pier 5 Hotel and the Columbus Center. (I believe the writers refer to this spot as a good one for a fish market. They should come down to see what is happening there now.) It promises to be a much needed urban oasis that celebrates Pierce Flanigan's love of the harbor and his devotion to Baltimore and all it has to offer.

It has been a partnership of public and private funds and the sponsorship of Waterfront Partnership and all are enthusiastic about its meaning for those of us who treasure our lives along the water and believe in Baltimore, its past and its future.

Susan W. Flanigan, Baltimore

The writer is a board member of Waterfront Partnership.