Alton has a growth management plan and does not want to grow into a megalopolis. The town definately has needs, and RLW hit one nail right on the head...a pharmacy. Currently, we have to drive at least twenty minutes to get that new prescription for ?????, meaning we have to drive to Gilford, Wolfeboro, Farmington, Laconia, or Rochester. (I have to go to the latter, due to my prescription plan participant.) I currently shop at the local mom & pop places, and will continue to do that. but i cannot afford to buy all my groceries there. Ditto on buying gas. I can pay 2.22 or 2.26 in town, or I can go to work and pay 2.16 in any number of places. If I get caught short on the week end, I fill up in town.
Bottom line, Alton needs some growth, and it must be and I believe will be controlled.
BTW, escape to Gilford...Shaws Hannaford Walmart Lowes, TJMaxx....sorry G. B. couldn't resist it
