I have changed my mind and now I am going to fight for Mr. Simmerly and his proposed Sports Complex. My fight however is going to be to change the location.

If they need restaurants and hotels for these traveling players then wouldn't it be better to put this complex closer to where those services are already offered?

They want gas stations and doctors. Why shucks, we got us a nice hospital in Maryville and all kinds of gas stations. We even got us a new WalMart so they can go buy a new soft ball glove instead of having to rent one!

Seriously folks, this is not a fight over a few ball fields. It is all about creating a small city at the furthest end of the county. The whole idea of additional athletic fields has merit if it is in a location that benefits those of us living here in Blount County and if it follows the master plan. First we need a plan!
Got it? Give us a plan so we can cheer this thing on!

Go on over to Commissioner Wendy Pitts Reeves Blog (link...) Link from there to the actual proposal. Read John Lamb's comments then go to the Planning Commission meeting tonight and let your voice be heard. In the right place with the right plan this could be a nice addition to Blount County.