Article on large-scale commercial development in Augusta, with an examination of

Article on large-scale commercial development in Augusta, with an examination of arguments for and against big-box development. There are currently two proposed retail projects stirring up controversy: Packard Development\u27s planned Augusta Crossing, a 550,000-square-foot retail complex; and Hannaford supermarket\u27s plan to take over the former Cony High School. Opponents like Virginia Goodlett of GoodGrowth Augusta believe the proposals will overwhelm existing neighborhoods and make the city a less attractive place to live. City officials say the projects will supplement Augusta\u27s tax base. With comments by Bill Bridgeo, city manager; Bill Johnson of East Side Neighborhood Network; and John Melrose, the local agent for Packard Development