Your editorial of July 10 regarding the proposed Redington wind farm was lacking in logic and out of step with your usual progressive stance on land-use issues.

The state of Maine has – for decades – restricted development of fragile or sensitive areas. We restrict development on sand dunes, steep slopes and along shorelines. Each town develops a comprehensive plan reviewing assets and directing growth. A comprehensive plan, which allows the community to protect the resources that make it attractive, are unique, are important to the health and well-being of its citizens, and/or allow the expansion of critical infrastructure for future generations.

We set aside land for industrial parks so businesses will have suitable land for growth and so we can protect residential areas from unnecessary noise, congestion and traffic.

As a state, one of our greatest assets is majestic mountains with endless, unobstructed views. Not all our mountains are free of development, but the Redington peak is. In addition, the summit has fragile alpine/subalpine ecosystems and sensitive plant and animal species.

Open space should remain open. Development should be clustered to achieve minimal impact on our most precious resources.

Wind power should be part of our energy mix in Maine. Areas should be researched and designated by the state that are suitable for this type of development, based on the geology, ecology and current land use.

We have land-use ordinances because not every site is suitable for every or any possible use.

Jan M. Collins, Wilton