MyTownMatters Commentary – Frank Schroth

There are a number of issues here in town that are contentious, complex and difficult. Most of these regard property redevelopment. There is the Temple Shalom property that the Temple wants to redevelop in the hopes of staying in town and there is the Governor Stoughton Land Trust issue seems omnipresent in the news.

One development everyone seemed to be on board with and enthusiastic about was the installation of wind turbines here in Milton, judged to be one of the top locations in the state for wind power.

But not so fast, evidently, those turbines could screw up someone’s golf shot. Can’t have that. The folks at Granite Links Golf Course Quarry Hills voiced concern about the turbines being a “visual impediment” according to a story in this week’s Milton Times.

You’ve golfed Granite Links haven’t you? What? No? Well, you should. It really is a gorgeous golf course and Milton residents can play 18 holes for only $100.00!

It has been estimated that the wind turbines will generate significant revenue for the town. They may in fact generate enough energy to power all our public buildings. We have the opportunity to be a leader in the state in terms of green energy; but this golf is serious business and we have to weigh all the risks and rewards. That will take two minutes. We were encouraged to read that when Selectman Shields was asked about the issue he said, “We are going forward with this project,” Shields added. “The Selectmen feel strongly that this project is far too important for the future of this town to waffle on.” Whew.

We love golf and Granite Links is a spectacular course; but if a some duffer wants to whine about the blades of a wind turbine interfering with his approach shot just have him take a drop ball.