John Nichols - Linder Village 7-251
Charlene Way
From:John Nichols <nichols.jw@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, July 25, 2017 5:55 PM
To:clerk
Subject:Re: Proposed amendement to land at Chinden and Linder
Dear Elected Officials and City Appointees;
I am writing to express concerns and share my opposition to developer’s application to amend the land use map designation for
the land at the Southeast corner of Chinden and Linder. It is not that I oppose any and all development. I understand and
welcome the access to shopping, restaurants, and other nearby amenities that this parcel of land will bring. My concern is in
regards to the significant proposed modification to the current plan and its conflict with the vision laid out in the original plan.
While there are other concerns I will summarize with the following:
1. Traffic would increase significantly in the area drawing many people from other parts of Eagle, North Boise, and other
nearby towns. The proposed change would draw people from a much further distance adding more traffic pressure than the
current plan. Additionally, visitors would begin to learn of ‘shortcuts’ through the Paramount subdivision to access this new area.
As a parent of two small children, this presents a concern above that which we already deal with due to the Rocky Mountain
High School traffic. I am also concerned about the congestion that will add to Linder and Chinden. Adding another stop light
access point on Chinden will make a bad situation worse.
2. The proposed modification would drastically change the scope and area from which this land would draw visitors. People
from Star, Emmett, Eagle and many other surrounding areas would be drawn to this new area. The infrastructure and design of
the surrounding area is not in alignment with this reach and scale. There are other areas further west that are designed for this
type of volume and business.
3. The proposal that has been shared on different forums reflect a residential area on the direct north side of Paramount
designated as 'Future Development'. To us residents, and one that backs up to this area, my concern is that this transition area
will not be given the care and stewardship necessary to provide transition area that fits with the surrounding area and
subdivision.
I would like to reiterate that I am in support of development and growth that will happen in the area and on this parcel of land
specifically. Development in this area will bring amenities and access to services to the area that our family will enjoy. I am
asking for your support in opposing the proposed application to amend the land use map designation. Please ensure the care
and long term vision of Meridian and this area, as a community oriented area are cared for appropriately.
Thank you for your consideration. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Best regards,
John Nichols