CONWAY — The Conway Planning Board acted last Thursday after feedback on the town’s zoning ordinance showed major revisions are needed to clear the way for policy changes in the future.
The board also held its annual reorganization of officers at the meeting. Benjamin Colbath was re-elected as chair, Eliza Grant was elected vice-chair and Erik Corbett was re-elected as secretary. A.O. Lucy joined the board after his win in the annual town elections. Other members include Bill Barbin, Ted Phillips and Porter. Christopher Yarworth was re-appointed as an alternate. Ailie Byers, who chose not to re-run and was appointed as an alternate. Nat Lucy also remains on the board as an alternate.
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