Richard Raines answered again. He continues to be communicative and genial. -gretchen

From: Richard Raines
To: Gretchen Quarterman
Subject: RE: Text Amendment

The motion to table the issue is made by the Commissioners. Chairman Paulk thinks (and I agree) that this issue cannot be satisfactorily settled by December 11th and that the new Commission should take it up. It is not unusual for Chairman Paulk to weigh in on whether or not we should table an item. Often times he is in a unique position to give an informed opinion and in this case I concur.

The proposed text amendments, if approved, do not endanger Moody’s mission or survival. If I have my way, the MAZ will be strengthened in the areas closer to the base while easing development restrictions in the areas furthest away. Even a cursory glance at the ULDC and MAZ 1-3 reveals certain issues which must be addressed in an effort to be equitable.

I reject the template which argues

that adjusting the MAZ at all equals a disdain or lack of affection or appreciation for all that MAFB brings to Lowndes County. Moody Air Force Base grants this County a distinctive which other communities envy. The proposed text amendments are no more or less complicated than this: we have an ordinance which needs to be reviewed and adjusted in order to more equitable land use policy.

Regarding Mr. Joyner, I must admit that I’m a little lost as I am not aware of previous Commissions’ relationship to him. I simply don’t know what you are referring to. Regarding the proposed text amendments, however (which is what we’ve been discussing) he has nothing to do with that.

My family and I are spending the day out at Moody with the 41st RSQ tomorrow so I will try and give you a call Monday. I have to travel out of town immediately after the work session to meet with an employee on Monday but perhaps we can chat then.

Have a wonderful weekend.

Richard

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