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d., Encourage stricter enforcement of the 45 M.P.H. speed limit <br /> along U.S. 70. <br /> e. Request higher priority on the Priority Paving Schedule for a <br /> number of unpaved secondary roads in the village. <br /> COMMUNITY ISSUE 4: OPEN SPACE <br /> The issue of open space within rural areas evokes different <br /> connotations for different persons. To some, open space means rural <br /> vistas or farmland preserved for aesthetic purposes. For others, it <br /> means wooded land left in its natural state. For still others, open <br /> space is a man-made park, with natural walking trails, a water <br /> feature and recreational facilities interspersed. <br /> Efland residents reflect all of these concepts and more. On this <br /> issue, a consensus on action strategies is difficult. The idea of <br /> a Town . Commons to identify the core of Efland holds favor with <br /> some, while others favor siting a district park like that proposed <br /> by the Master Recreation and Parks. Plan. A system of greenways and <br /> walking trails was also discussed, but this concept seemed to <br /> polarize residents rather than produce a consensus. <br /> With all of these differences, however, residents were able to <br /> agree on general structure of their open space needs. open space <br /> should be protected in a manner not infringing unduly on private <br /> property rights, most citizens agreed. A community campaign to <br /> address appearance problems was also suggested. And citizens felt <br /> that any open space preservation efforts should be in keeping with <br /> the goals of preserving Efland's small-town feel. <br /> The issue of the community park presents some disagreement among <br /> citizens, with concerns being mentioned about possible crime and <br /> safety problems for a proposed site near Efland-Cheeks School. Some <br /> residents have indicated a desire to pursue a recreation facility <br /> near the center of Efland as a Town Commons, instead of a <br /> traditional facility at Efland-Cheeks School. <br /> GOAL: PROTECT OPEN SPACE AND SCENIC AREAS WITHIN EFLAND. <br /> objectives: <br /> 1. Pursue a balanced and rational method of protecting open <br /> space (i.e. , ways of preserving scenic places while <br /> respecting private property rights) . <br /> 2 . Identify and protect special places of scenic and historic <br /> significance. <br /> 3 . Encourage new development to respect the environment in <br /> development practices. <br /> 30 <br />