In response to the Selects’ post about the December 2nd Special Town Meeting, I’d like to pose a follow up question. To quote Andy Wang, “all the ‘E’ alternatives provided by the Lincoln Residents for Housing Alternatives are set up so that the majority of the land that is re-zoned are on existing multi-family areas and unlikely to be developed…So in that case, whatever 10% 15%, 25% of 0 is still 0.”
My understanding is the HCAWG was tasked with putting forth options in both the letter and spirit of the law. While I believe the voices of those who are opposed to the spirit of HCA should indeed be represented, that opportunity will come at the March Town Meeting. I am concerned that adding an E option to the December 2nd ballot puts us at risk of rendering the March vote moot. In essence, there could be a potential “no housing” vs. “no housing” vote on the March ballot, suppressing the voices of those who believe in the spirit of the law. My question is this: what will the decision process be at the November 21st meeting? Will the HCAWG exclusively decide whether to include a potential option E, or was this working group created with an advisory capacity only? If not, will it be a majority of the Selects who make this decision? Thank you to the Selects, Planning Board, and HCAWG for all your patience and hard work! Rebecca Blanchfield
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