Business View Civil and Municipal | Volume 2, Issue 6

159 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 2, ISSUE 6 taxes, so they tend to be fairly high. Having a good commercial base, however, helps offset what the residents are paying. “So, we’re looking to continue developing; especially Woodmont Commons,” says Smith. “There’s still land that could be developed around the airport. I also think it would be great to have a community center in town. It’s probably the one town amenity we’re missing right now. It’s the balance of continuing that economic development, but also keeping up the level of services we’ve been providing our residents.” Summing up his sentiments for the future, he adds, “I think it’s a large enough community where you can find all of your amenities in town, where you’re going to see your neighbor out shopping. People still keep in touch with one another and neighborhoods are very close. We have the big town amenities, but still maintain that special small-town feel.” Design with community in mind www.stantec.com Leading innovations. Local partnerships. Stronger communities. LONDONDERRY , NEW HAMPSHI RE