Supervisor Robert Leary and his Republican Conservative Town Board, just sixteen days in office, accomplished what Mr. Ruffino and the Democrat-controlled boards could not, or would not, accomplish in 22 years.
Councilmember Burkard's comments were very impressive. His words, focusing on the need for local road traffic studies to determine development's overall impact on the entire town, were particularly compelling.
Councilmember Dickman reminded everyone, including the most pro-development advocates, that the resolution does not ban further development, but is a necessary evaluative pause, which will precede wise and healthy growth.
But, it was freshman Councilmember Studley who encapsulated the thoughts of so many residents: “This resolution will not only define this board but will determine who is sovereign in Lancaster, the special interests or the people.”
Kudos to Supervisor Leary, and Councilmembers Dickman, Burkard and Studley.