The second round of PlanET ((link...))community forums is currently being held. The first was tonight in Alcoa.

Apparently the Agenda 21ers have targeted these meetings. A large contingent of people opposed to planning and zoning turned out, providing a large volume of input regarding their feelings that zoning and planning functions should be eliminated both locally and regionally to preserve property rights and individual freedom.

These forums are intended to gather input regarding aspirations for the future of our region related to economic development, housing, transportation, health and the environment. The input will be compiled to develop a plan that is intended to advise local leaders about plans for the future of the region.

Please consider attending one of the upcoming forums to let your voice in support of good planning and zoning be heard. The schedule is as follows:

Tuesday, 4/24, Anderson County High School, 5:30-7:30

Wednesday, 4/25, Knox County, South Doyle Middle School, 6:30-8:30

Thursday, 4/26, Loudon County Techology Center, 6-8

Friday, 4/27, Knox County, O'Connor Senior Center, 10-12 a.m.

Saturday, 4/28, Union County High School, 10-12 a.m.

Additional information about PlanET can be found at: (link...).