Development and preservation
Our Ken Irons has been following the story of Bluegreen Communities and its planned residential-golf course development near Haw River State Park. He attended a meeting last week with Taft Wireback and Bluegreen representatives.
The story illustrates the issues involving development vs. preservation. People want to live in or near beautiful natural areas, and local governments benefit from the tax revenue generated by new homes, golf courses and other "improvements." At the same time, there's value for everyone when land can be secured for state parks. So, compromises are called for.
Ken is working on an editorial for tomorrow. Your input is welcome.