This is the first time I…

This is the first time I have submitted a comment. This BILL 66 concerns me greatly.
There's a lot to be worried about with respect to BILL 66 currently brought forward. One, but not the only, alarming aspect is that it legislates disregard for our democratic process. Councils won't have to consult ahead of time with the public, or notify the public that particular projects under the umbrella of BILL 66 are under consideration. Furthermore, there are questions about when and how Town Councils will be required to tell the public when by-laws have been passed using the caveats of BILL 66.
And lastly, there is no right of appeal. The public will have no recourse. It’s the public who have to live with the decisions of the developer. The developer, in my experience, is not concerned about our forests, lakes, rivers, and endangered species. The developer’s concern is profit. The public needs to have a say and that say needs to be heard and valued. This bill will take us backward. We need to protect our environment and by allowing public input, there will be a check and balance to our government. Do not let this bill be passed!