Economic development is top issue for Laconia

To The Daily Sun,

I was pleased that candidate Andrew Hosmer mentioned my efforts to revitalize Lakeport during the recent mayoral debate, and that he expressed support for those efforts. I believe strongly that Lakeport’s revitalization could significantly improve the quality of life and economy in the area, and that this project could be an important step in revitalizing the entire city of Laconia.

I grew up in Gilford, own a house in Laconia, and I still consider this community my home. I’ve had the opportunity to travel throughout the US with my business, and I understand how special Laconia is. There is no place else like it and I cherish it.

That’s why I’m investing in the restoration of Lakeport. I believe that, working together, we can restore Lakeport to its past splendor — a family-oriented community that also attracts tourism where people can live, dine, shop, and enjoy entertainment. Laconia can also once again be an economically successful and diverse community full of thriving businesses. I saw this accomplished in Meredith in the 1970s and ’80s and I believe that we can achieve the same success in Lakeport — and throughout Laconia.

That’s why I’m supporting Andrew Hosmer for mayor. Andrew has proactively reached out to me and his vision for creating an economically and socially vibrant community will move Laconia into the future. It’s time for new ideas and new dreams, and Andrew Hosmer has shown me that he can help Laconia move successfully into the future.

Scott Everett

Nashua