Barnes said she is concerned about neighborhoods being overrun with accessory dwelling units and multi-unit complexes through zoning changes. She also hopes the board can be more assertive with the state and improve communication with state representatives.

“I’m pretty sick and tired of hearing, ‘Oh this comes from Concord and we have to vote it through,’” Barnes said. “The taxpayers and the citizens of the state still have a right to say no.”

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