To the editor:

In regards to the proposed wind towers in Highland Plantation, I could not agree more to mind your own business. As a matter of fact it’s all I would ask my neighbors to do.

Don’t believe me; don’t believe Angus King and Robert Garnier, the developers. Please research and find out for yourself what the wind towers will mean to Highland and the surrounding communities. KNOW that the tax relief that is being promised is going to be long term; KNOW that you will not hear the wind towers; KNOW that they will not effect your sleep or health; KNOW that the flicker effect will not cause you any negative health concerns; KNOW that red FLASHING lights running across the ridge top will not bother you; KNOW that our elected leaders essentially have given the developers the green light to build these towers no matter what we want in our community. KNOW that we can fight to take that power back; together we will be heard.

VISIT a wind tower site; hear them, see them by day and night. KNOW how they will affect you! We are different people and will react differently to the towers. I think of deep-sea fishing with my husband. We are both having the same experience, but he is happily catching fish and I am throwing up over the side.

KNOW for yourself how you will react; read available information, talk to people from all sides; attend the Friends of Highland Mountains meetings; demand public hearing from our elected officials; talk to our governor, legislators and other leaders.

When you KNOW for yourself how the wind towers will affect you, then fight for what you believe in, regardless of which side you are on. In a democratic society, all opinions should always be respected and heard. We have a short window of time; don’t delay your research.

Thank you for involving yourself in this community’s future.
Your neighbor,
Rose Staton
Highland Plantation