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Council discusses transient‑lodging review, proposes survey and code evaluation
Summary
Council members urged a review of transient‑lodging regulations, recommending a community survey, academic analysis of unit capacity, and review of recent state legislative changes as part of the General Plan update.
Council Member Jack Burns initiated a discussion about transient lodging, asking whether the council should review current regulations to keep them aligned with long‑term goals. Randy Aton said transient lodging "has replaced long-term housing and retail, resulting in a decrease in the town's diversity," and council members agreed on the value of a community survey and a possible academic analysis of lodging capacity.
Mayor Barbara Bruno recommended first reviewing recent state legislation about municipal authority before advancing local code changes. Community Development Director Niall Connolly suggested several public‑engagement and data‑collection options including joint working sessions, surveys and two‑cent events; Town Manager Thomas Dansie noted the upcoming General Plan update as an opportunity to surface this issue for more formal study.
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