Editor, Gazette-Journal:

I want to thank you for your recent coverage of Gloucester County’s Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee’s efforts and to take this opportunity to thank the Steering Committee for their hard work and commitment to the community. These volunteers have worked diligently with staff for over three years on the county’s Comprehensive Plan update. While we’ve had setbacks and changes, a core group of individuals continued to contribute their time and energy to this task.

In June, a series of open house style meetings were held to present the committee members’ ideas for the plan to the community. Each meeting was attended by committee members who worked side by side with staff to engage the public in discussions about our county and its future.

I am proud and impressed of their knowledge and understanding of the issues and their ability to see opportunities in challenges. All are dedicated citizens who share the desire to see Gl...