Porch Expansion

To the Editor:

I just read the recent opposition to the requested minuscule expansion request of The Inn On Shipyard Park. Apparently, the requested foot plus expansion closer to Water Street that would allow a massively significant increase of six seats to their front porch seating area has been well received by the Town, patrons, and neighbors alike … except for one. This business, a wonderful place to have a bite to eat and a soda forever it seems, who have supported fund raisers for education, medical support, town-sponsored events, and children’s needs in our communities, seemingly rubs one neighbor the wrong way. I feel sorry for these good people who want nothing more than to make the experience for patrons and visitors to our village even more memorable. Who complained? I wish these folks and their attorney would look at the bigger picture and withdraw their opposition for the greater good of the people who benefit from having the Inn in Mattapoisett: every resident of the area. It’s neighborly, and it’s the common sense thing to do.

Steve Heath, Marion

 

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