Letter to the Editor
Editor,
RE: Land Transfer Request and Zoning Amendment of Plan 271 Part Lot 1, Plan 549 Part Lot 72, RP 16R4962Parts 1 and Part 2, Part Road Allowance and Municipal Lands – “Leith Beach”
Our family has lived here sixty years and I am surprised to learn another attempt is being made to construct a new restaurant at this location when this endeavour has failed several times over the past many years. This area does not appear to attract customers to the restaurant business.
Construction of a new restaurant/pub including two suites for overnight accommodation will destroy the public space enjoyed year round by Leith residents and many frequent visitors to the area. The area was a donation to the public many years ago for all to enjoy. Taking this away certainly is not preserving the heritage of this village.
The change in traffic pattern from two separate driveways, one for entrance, one for exit, to just one on the east side of the bridge could cause significant safety issues.
It would appear that we are being asked to give up a historic public park area for the personal benefit of one new land owner.
I am strongly opposed to these proposed changes.
Regards,
Jean Brown, Meaford
