Urgent need for housing solutions
Over the past couple of years, I have had the privilege of speaking to thousands in our community. In those conversations, one issue stood out: the urgent need for affordable housing.
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Embarrassed for all of Harpswell
I believe I know my place in Harpswell: alien/not from here. That said, I have had the good fortune of being part of the town's Affordable Housing Working Group and providing the group's report, which has been approved by the Select Board, to the Comprehensive Plan Task Force.
An opportunity squandered
When I first joined the Comprehensive Plan Task Force, I was excited to help shape Harpswell's future, particularly by ensuring the working waterfront and commercial fishing were prioritized. However, early meetings were disorganized, lacked a clear timeline and had minimal outreach efforts.
The art of our town
As I look out my window while cozy by the fire, I think about how quickly autumn passed and winter settled in. This time of year, Harpswell seems to take on a quieter and more subdued beauty.
Read comp plan before voting
As you may have heard, the revised comprehensive plan is now available online. I strongly suggest that people read it before voting at Town Meeting in March. Know what you are getting, and what you are voting for or against.
Think carefully before voting yes
I urge Harpswell voters to think carefully before voting yes on the comprehensive plan.
Lack of transparency about plan
As a member of the Comprehensive Plan Task Force, I urge residents not to approve the plan.
Proper fact-finding before new station
I am following up on my previous letter ("Questions about central station," January) to ask more questions and clarify my position about the fire departments in Harpswell.
My Jimmy Carter moment
When I heard the news of former President Jimmy Carter's death on Dec. 29, 2024, I walked downstairs and looked at a picture on the wall. It showed a young naval officer (me) shaking hands with then-President Carter on board the USS Nimitz in May 1980.
Preserving part of Harpswell’s history
The waterfront at Mitchell Field is our own piece of paradise. It's even got a building that could further the community's experience. There is value in preserving a part of Harpswell's history, with the administration building easily becoming a recreation center.
