Council reverts to form - in pocket of developers

PERSPECTIVE

Lest you doubt that the developers are back in control of the Payson Town Council, take note of its decision on Thursday to let a developer rezone a parcel off Tyler Parkway so he can build 12 houses instead of seven - overturning a 6-1 planning commission decision against the rezoning despite "fierce objections" from residents in attendance.

The vote was 6-1, with only Councilor Ed Blair dissenting.  "There is no need for the wants of the few to supersede the wants of the majority," Blair said.  "I am concerned about special privileges being given where there is absolutely no need for this change.  In my opinion, it is bad policy for the town council to change the zoning to guarantee a developer's return."

And we hear realtor Michael Hughes is being groomed as the next mayor.  We still hold that realtors serving on the council have a serious conflict of interest.

Time to come up with some very viable and impartial candidates for Payson council and mayor.