Post election concern for the future of Jackson County is evident from Whittier to Cashiers. Even those who voted for these new commissioners seem to be concerned about how they will handle the state budget cuts, job creation, development, transportation (more specifically the 107 Connector/Southern Loop), air and water quality, as well as county budget issues. Jack Debnam, in an interview with the Smoky Mountain News, promised a review of our landmark development ordinances. These ordinances make us the envy of surrounding counties that have yet to adopt similar protection of mountain resources.
Those of us concerned with the environment and the quality of life in Jackson County have an obligation to speak up. We should put aside petty concerns and join each other in commonality and focus our efforts in unity. The new commissioners will take the reins Monday December 6. I invite all of you to join me on Thursday December 9 at the Jackson County Justice Center, Jury Assembly Room, #220, to discuss actions to preserve the progress we’ve made and develop a coherent environmental strategy for Jackson County.
Who: Western North Carolina Alliance, Tuckasegee Community Alliance Chapter
What: Meeting of environmental professionals, Tuckasegee Community Alliance members, and concerned community members to preserve the natural environment of Jackson County
When: December 9, 2010 6:00-8:00 pm
Where: Jackson County Justice Center, Jury Assembly Room, #220