As a 61-year-old farmer and…

As a 61-year-old farmer and ratepayer in the southern portion of Peterborough County, I view the opportunity to create building lots from my farm as a positive opportunity and I support the government's decision to amend current laws to create this opportunity for growth and it will allow me the opportunity to remain in my community once I retire.

I feel the township will also benefit, as it will bring in new tax dollars and not burden the township financially, as the existing infrastructure is capable of supporting more development. I also believe this will create more employment in rural Ontario.

I am a member of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA) I do not support their position on this matter. I believe some of the demands are unreasonable.