Time for a Change in Lee County Commission District 5
Dear Editor,
The Buckingham community recently hosted a Meet the Candidates event for Lee County Commission District 5. The incumbent, Mike Greenwell, has been noticeably absent from such events in the past, but surprisingly attended this meeting. At one point, he stated that he “doesn’t need this position.” Apparently, he is making a sacrifice for the people, and we should feel fortunate?
Most of the people in Eastern Lee County feel anything but fortunate. Mr. Greenwell is performing like a man that doesn’t want or need his job—not very well! Since our County Commissioners only meet for their regular meetings two times a month, I would expect them to attend every meeting. Greenwell has only attended 73% of the meetings year to date.
It appears he has a very cozy relationship with the other commissioners and some developers. His campaign manager heads the campaigns of three other sitting commissioners and is the lobbyist for Neal Communities. Neal is attempting to build a thousand-plus homes in cluster communities off North River Road in the rural Alva community and the current commissioners have approved their plans so far, despite significant resident opposition.
A handful of wealthy people will make a lot of money with this development, but our entire county will feel the impact of this huge density increase with even worse traffic, increased crime, and decreased services. Lee County will be impacted negatively, and Alva will forever be changed from a quiet rural community to a bustling, congested urban sprawl.
All Lee County Republicans can have a voice in the August 20 election. This race is county-wide. It’s time for a change. Vote Amanda Cochran for Lee County Commissioner District 5.
Sincerely,
Elizabeth Adams
