Southern Pines residents will have one more opportunity tonight to comment on the town's proposed comprehensive long-range plan.

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on the plan during its regular meeting at 7 p.m. tonight at the Douglass Community Center on West Pennsylvania Avenue. The council could vote on the plan after the hearing.

The 219-page document is intended to be a guide to help town staff set goals and policies while providing elected and appointed officials with guidance on decision-making and in establishing regulations.

The current plan touches on the importance of West Southern Pines, the downtown area and Horse Country and maintaining their uniqueness. Also mentioned are the town's four areas of expected growth - Morganton Road, downtown, West Southern Pines and the Pine Needles area.