« Griggs: Educate yourself on the airport issue »

Bob Griggs has posted an excellent article on his blog urging Gwinnett residents, regardless of where they stand, to educate themselves on the facts surrounding possible commercial aviation at Gwinnett County Airport-Briscoe Field.  Bob makes some strong points about the often-heard "property values" argument:

To the contrary, non-residential properties near the airport will increase in value as businesses compete for convenient access to the expanded facility and services. It’s simple “supply and demand.”...[Regarding residential property values], existing residences are, for the most part, well away from the flight path or well down-range, minimally affected by the jets that will climb up and out quickly.

I urge you to take Bob's advice and educate yourself on this important issue facing Gwinnett County.  I am a very strong proponent of property rights and I had been leaning against commercial service.  However, Bob's article has given me food for more careful thought.