Thanks ,everyone for your words of encouragement.I can tell you that property owners along rt 25 that I have spoken to are very upset over this attempt to change the zoning.They also are introducing a very strict new sign ordinance.I don't know why the board has turned against small business,but I believe that most residents have a strong sense of fair play and I'm confident the articles will be defeated.This is the work of a small group of people who moved here from out of state and loved it so much they want to change it (stop me if you've heard this) and want to turn it into their private little pristine enclave without thought of anyone elses property rights.
Every town needs a main street or commercial area.I notice there were no complaints from the planning board when they built the new life safety building and the huge addition on the library.
Rt 25 is and should remain commercial......our schools,churches,stores and most of our jobs are on this road and should remain so.
If traffic congestion is a big concern ,I would suggest that they pursue a third lane for ,turning traffic ,from Center Harbor right through the village.Funds may be available when the new infrastructure projects get approved.
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