Realtor/ Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce Member

I am a Realtor that works 75% of my business in the Slate Belt. I am very active in organizations within the Slate Belt. Many people in this area have lived in the Slate Belt all their lives. They have great pride in their community; separating Upper Mount Bethel and Portland Borough from this legislative district is a disservice to them. Adding Upper Mt Bethel and Portland to the Monroe County district is another issue I have- the people of Monroe County have very little in common with the Slate Belt. My biggest concern is that this change will drastically reduce the ability of the Slate Belt communities to act as one in adverse situations. I am asking you not to change our legislative district. Separating the Bangor School District municipalities will NOT benefit THE PEOPLE in this area.