SMIPP will destroy this view and ecosystem! SMIPP Opposes Banner Elk Land Use Plan Ordinances, Affects Ecologically Sensitive Areas in the Unique Mountainous Environment of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Affects Home Resale Values, Destroys Views From Beech Mountain & Surrounding Areas, Many Members Unaware Not Contacted, Sighting Analysis Not Available to Members, Serious Conflicts of Interest, Entails New 75' Wide, 4 Mile Long Corridor Through The Heart of Banner Elk. SMIPP does not protect Steep Slopes or Mountain Bog Areas, DOW Chemicals used to maintain corridor (known to destroy local gardens/trees), Paid Easements are beginning NOW with Banner Elk Christian Fellowship, GrandFather Home For Children where children play & Banner Elk's nicest hiking trails are, Going thru Little Faces Childcare Center property where children play...Ad Infinitum!