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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Comments July and August 2019From: Robyn Shea To: Brian McClure; imoore2794(abaol.com Subject: 2055 S. Locust Grove I COMP PLAN Date: Monday, July 29, 2019 10:40:05 AM Dear Brian, Thank you for taking my call this morning. I own a 1.5 acre parcel at 2055 S. Locust Grove which is currently zoned R-4. The tax parcel number is 51119141855. In the current proposed comp plan, it designates this land as "office". I would rather have it marked "mixed use commercial". We have been planning to construct four buildings on the property that would have retail and office on the main level, and living lofts up above. The units would be 3 stories high and each building would be 80' wide by 30' deep. We intend to remove the back berm and open up the view of the park located at the property line as well as landscape Nine Mile Creek. The intention is to create a horse shoe drive through the property and to utilize both access points onto the property. The parcel is 250' by 250'...ACHD is planning to take the front 25' of the parcel to widen Locust Grove. With the high school across the street, and many corporations, including the hospital nearby ... it makes the most sense for this land to provide services to the neighborhood. I am happy to provide additional drawings of the plan if you like. I purchased this property in February of 2006. Warm Regards, Robyn Shea (208) 819-9009 IDAHO UMMIT l REALESTATE robyn *NiewIdaho,co n (20 8) 220-7000 Land line (P (208) 319-9000 'Text iiil�#�#i�i�ili!■#!#!�#ii!■ii#l�ii ii�iiii■il�i�ii ii�ii •ilii ii iiia From: David Blood To: Brian McClure Subject: 2455 5 Ten Mile Future use Zoning Map Date: Monday, August 5, 2019 3:28:11 PM To Whom It May Concern, You recently wrote to us concerning a change in to the Future Use Map for our property located at 2455 S Ten Mile Rd, Meridian, Id. We are located on the southwest corner of Lamont and Ten Mile. You propose changing it from Low Residential to Medium Residential. We feel the best zoning for this property is High residential. The property to the north of us is zoned mixed use because of future growth and development along Ten Mile. Over the next year Ten Mile will expand to become a 5 lane road w/ bike lane and sidewalks. Higher density along Ten Mile is will promote live and work nearby. This will allow for a diversity of housing options in this area and reduce traffic and congestion. Therefore we ask that you change the future zoning map for this property to high density residential. Sincerely, David & Jennifer Blood 2455 S Ten Mile Meridian, Id 83642 208-272-0813 Brian McClure From: Sent: To: Subject: Thanks Dan and Sandy Crawford 1611 Columbus LLC Sent from Mail for Windows 10 DAN H CRAWFORD <sandydan99@msn.com> Monday, July 8, 2019 9:54 AM Brian McClure as per our conversation today regarding land use designation of our property at 2979 N. Christian Way, We our opposed to any apartments complexes on the vacant land west of our property. Brian McClure From: Sent: Friday, July 26, 2019 9:13 AM To: Brian McClure Subject: Meridian Comprehensive Plan I live in the Locust Grove Heights subdivision and I wanted to share my feedback with you on the Comprehensive Plan. I know you've been getting a lot of negative feedback from my neighbors on the plan and the future land use designation for our area, but I just wanted to express my support for the plan. I've reviewed the plan in it's entirety and I see that our neighborhood is in the middle of everything. It only makes sense to change the land use destination for this area so that as Meridian continues to grow people have more flexibility in how they use or develop the area between Locust Grove and Eagle. I know that the rate of growth in the valley and especially in Meridian has been overwhelming and difficult to keep up with and I appreciate the city taking a more proactive approach to planning for the city's continued growth. I especially like that the comprehensive plan accounts for varied types of housing, with more low cost options. I also wanted to convey that I have found the communication on this project to be exceptional. I found the website and it's maps easy to follow and understand. Staff responded quickly to my emails, and made sure all my questions and concerns were addressed. I don't mind if you share my feedback but I would ask that you not share my name or which street my house is located on. I know some of my neighbors don't feel the same way I do and emotions tend to run high in these situations. If you have any questions or need any additional feedback please feel free to contact me. Thank you July 26, 2019 Meridian City Land Use Planning Division Re: Proposed Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map The portion of the city's planning map my comments address is the Ustick, CanAda Roads corner. The map has taken our entire farm and proposed it for Multiple Use — Non Residential (MU_NR). I'm having a difficult time understanding how the planning process arrived at this conclusion. Its best use is agriculture but as the growth progresses, the influence of rapid development from the Canyon County side, this land should have the option to be either multiple use or residential. Dictating 'non' prohibits our rights as land owners to capitalize on our lifetime of invested efforts. I'm interested to know what plan the City of Meridian has to compensate land owners for these restricted designations. It presents a negative view to a potential investor looking to purchase and develop in the current expansion. It definitely does affect land values. The natural gas facility is a quarter mile away from the rear property line of our farm. When constructed we were not given the right to approve or oppose the project. In Consideration of my comments I'd encourage you to reconsider your proposed designation and treat our property fairly and give it a multiple use designation without the restriction. Respectfully, j Marcella Stewa t , 8998 Ustick Road, Nampa, ID 83687 From: Cameron Arial To: Tom Noll Cc: Caleb Hood; Brian McClure Subject: RE: Comprehensive Plan Comment Date: Monday, July 29, 2019 8:04:20 AM Attachments: imaae001.pna Hello Tom — Thank you for your inquiry and feedback and I understand your concern. Please note that the comprehensive plan and specifically the Future Land Use Map (FLUM) you are referencing does not dictate current uses and only takes effect if and when you choose to sale your property. I have included my colleagues Caleb Hood and Brian McClure on this email as they are heading up this effort and will note your comments. All the best, Cameron Arial Director City of Meridian Community Development 33 E. Broadway Ave. Meridian, Idaho 83642 Phone: (208) 489-0570 O/WE IITrll Built for Business, Designed for Living www. meridiancity. org All e-mail messages sent to or received by City of Meridian e-mail accounts are subject to the Idaho law, in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request unless exempt from disclosure by law. From: Tom Noll <tomnoll.100@gmail.com> Sent: Saturday, July 27, 2019 9:58 AM To: Cameron Arial <carial@meridiancity.org> Subject: Comprehensive Plan Comment Cameron, I live at 5947 El Gato Lane in Meridian Idaho. I live in a well established residential neighborhood in a platted subdivision. My home was built in 1980 and I have lived here since 2000. I own the property and pay the taxes on the property. I am part of the neighborhood and part of the greater Meridian community. I see that my property is designated to be changed from low-density residential to either General Industrial or High Density Employment (please excuse me because I have some difficulty distinguishing the colors on the map). Changing from low-density residential to Industrial or to High Density Employment will completely destroy my neighborhood and the land use change demonstrates a complete disregard for the property owners in the neighborhood. I find the lack of concern very troubling and I am greatly disappointed with the intellectual rigor of the plan. I suggest that then entire land section bounded by Black Cat Road, Franklin Road, McDermott Road, and Cherry Lane preserve its present use as low-density residential. Maintaining the diversity of housing choices will benefit Meridian and the future citizens of Meridian. Please carefully consider my comments and adjust the comprehensive plan accordingly. Sincerely, Thomas Noll Brian McClure From: Fred D <fdepold@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, July 29, 2019 11:03 AM To: Caleb Hood Cc: Brian McClure; Miriam McGilvray; Megan Moore Subject: RE: Proposed Comp Plan Change Attachments: image002jpg; image003.png I believe that MDR would better suit this neighborhood in the future. I say this because you are showing a Neighborhood Center just to the north. We all know that the developers that have this land tied up will push for all that they can here including possibly, Multi Family and Commercial. Therefore I believe MDR is better suited here. Another thought is that it would be very difficult to transition a subdivision with 5 acre lots to industrial. I believe most Industrial applications would need several 5 acre parcels in order to meet their needs requiring several property owners to sell at the same time. Not likely. Whereas a transition to residential can go one or two 5 acre parcels at a time. This is much more likely to be the case. The other thing that would be nice to see is the future proposed pathways on the proposed draft future land use map. At least the major paths. Just a thought. Thanks- Fred Cherry Ln �U I From: Caleb Hood Sent: Monday, July 29, 2019 10:36 AM To• Fred D Cc: Brian McClure; Miriam McGilvray; Megan Moore Subject: RE: Proposed Comp Plan Change Fred, Thanks for the inquiry. I'd be happy to give you a little insight into what was driving the change in this area. Currently, we plan for Low Density Residential (LDR) right up to the railroad tracks. This doesn't seem to be the best land use for the future. That coupled with the fact that Meridian does not have a whole lot of lands designated for industrial use, made some sense to Staff and the Comp Plan Steering Committee to make a I change. That said, we may have over -designated the amount of Industrial in this area. We discussed where a good break-point between the residential and industrial could/should be. Honestly, we were on the fence. I think that at the end of the day, we went with more industrial because of our lack of that land use and what Nampa has planned across the County line. As you point out though, the Purdam Drain could also serve as a buffer or transition from industrial to residential. I'm including key members of the Comp Plan team on this response and we'll discuss with the Steering Committee next month. I can't guarantee exactly how this will play out, but it does help to know your (and your neighbor's) thoughts and preferences; I will carry that sentiment forward. While I've got you, what are your thoughts on your subdivision going from LDR to MDR (Medium Density Residential) on the FLUM? If not an industrial designation for Sky View Ranchettes, what would you prefer? Thanks again for reaching out. Caleb :.-.- � CSA MERIDIAN Get Involved in the New Comprehensive Plan www.meridiancity.org/compplan From: Fred D <fdepold@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, July 26, 2019 3:22 PM To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> Subject: Proposed Comp Plan Change Hello Caleb, My neighbors and I are wondering why the proposed change to Industrial for our future land use out here in the Sky View Ranchettes Subdivision. We are opposed to this change. You have a train track that would be a natural transition from Industrial to Residential or the creek that is identified with the blue dashed line below. What is driving this change? Is their any logic to it? It seems like the throw darts at a board approach. Your comments please. Thanks- Fred DePold Cherry Ln Franklin City of Meridian 33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642 Phone: 208-888-4433 www.meridiancity.org 0 I All e-mail messages sent to or received by City of Meridian e-mail accounts are subject to the Idaho law, in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law. 9 From: Robyn Shea To: Brian McClure; imoore2794(abaol.com Subject: Property Owner Plan 16.844 acres Nickel Creek Date: Monday, July 29, 2019 11:03:39 AM Attachments: Scan0002.odf Dear Brian, I am attaching a rendering of the future plan for this property. The objective is to hold it as approximately one acre parcels all facilitating the mountain views to the east. Thank you for taking my phone call this morning. I purchased this property in 2003. 1 currently own it with my dad, Jerry Moore. It is my horse pasture. I had previously lived in the adjoining neighborhood Bittercreek Heights #2. This is lot 6 of Bittercreek Heights #2, the tax parcel number is R0967630020. The nearest cross road is Amity and Ten Mile. This parcel currently is accessed through the end of Nickel Creek Place through an ACHD easement. The road needs to be extended onto my property rather than just a single lane easement. I believe that the access road will be shared with my neighbors Theron & Sharon Scott. I do not want my land to become medium density residential. I want it to maintain 1 acre land size and be zoned low density residential in alignment with the surrounding homes of Bittercreek Heights. The views are spectacular. It is prime real estate. I do not want to diminish it's value. I could give you a plat map of the layout we have in mind when it gets developed into one acre lot sizes. It is land that we intend to hold within the family. Thank you. Warm Regards, Robyn Shea (208) 819-9009 I IDAHO UMMIT l REALESTATE YWyn ,Shea, :reshot robyn@vic.wldahio,com t� (208) 229®7000 Viand line } (208) 319-9009 'Text !■!!■!■!#i!■!#■!i!it4f!#!!i!f!#f!#i!f•#i!f!#i#f!#!!f!!!#f!#!!i!!i Buyers * Sellers @ Land • hivesiment 4 New Conetrdedon • Residential Resale Locust View Heights Subdivision Response to the City Comprehensive Plan 2019 The existing Comprehensive Plan currently shows our neighborhood zoned as Low Density Residential. We are happy with that designation. We desire that this designation not be changed on the City's maps. We ask that the City protect us from any modification that would change this designation as it would compromise our chosen lifestyle. This lifestyle includes: large property lots, quiet neighborhood streets, local traffic only, irrigation rights, large gardens, space for animals, quiet neighborhood setting, continued private well and septic rights, rural atmosphere. There are several original homeowners living within this neighborhood who built the home in the early 1970's when there was nothing but farm land and dirt roads. These families continue to live here and have done so for nearly 50 years. The longevity of these homeowners within the neighborhood speaks loudly to the quality of life people enjoy pertaining to the aforementioned qualities of this neighborhood. Other families have moved in since for the same reasons. We desperately wish to maintain and preserve this quality of life. We understand that change happens. Seeing first-hand the city grow around our neighborhood, we have accepted and embraced that. It does not have to compromise the integrity of our neighborhood and the reasons why we each moved here. Since the City of Meridian claims to be a family centric city, and to protect the lifestyles our families have chosen in this subdivision, we ask that the City implement the following to protect our families and neighborhood in order of priority: 1. FIRST PREFERENCE IS NO ROAD. Our first preference is to have no additional roads constructed within our subdivision. This neighborhood enjoys "local traffic" only based on the original design of the subdivision. Homeowners specifically chose to purchase property in this neighborhood for the unique qualities that this low-density, large acre lot subdivision provides. Additional traffic of any kind will compromise the quality of life, bring additional noise, crime, and ultimate destruction to a key factor that families value. 2. EMERGENCY STUB ROAD. To meet the fire code for a neighborhood of our size, we submit that a stub -road be constructed to create an entrance for emergency vehicles only. This would be located on the east side of the neighborhood nearest Wells Street, specifically Wells Circle. This road would be identical to the stub -road currently being constructed that will connect Greenhill Estates with Magic View Road. This road will be paved, 20 feet wide, have a padlocked gate allowing access to emergency vehicles only, and not give access to through traffic. 3. ONLY LOCAL STREETS. Do not allow collector roads or other heavily traveled roadways through our neighborhood. It destroys the family friendly atmosphere. If a road were to be constructed to the east of the neighborhood, the traffic must be slow, including appropriate stop signs and speed bumps where necessary. 4. ONLY ALLOW LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONING. Our family friendly neighborhood has large gardens, home shops, and animals to raise. Please protect our chosen way of life in Locust View Heights. We do not wish to change the current residential zoning. 5. DO NOT ALLOW OTHER NEIGHBORHOODS TO DECIDE HOW WE SHOULD LIVE. We know Woodbridge neighborhood would like us to take all the excessive traffic flow from their neighborhood into ours. We know that Greenhill Estates Subdivision was first approached to alleviate traffic from Woodbridge by creating a through street connecting Magic View Road to Franklin Road through Greenhill Estates. As that plan failed, Locust View Heights is now being approached to shoulder the burden of alleviating the traffic flow. Woodbridge homeowners were well aware that traffic would be coming through it when they bought their homes. Conversely, people in our neighborhood specifically purchased their homes here as we knew this was a neighborhood with no "through" streets. It would be a safe and comfortable place allowing our children and families to freely play and enjoy a quiet lifestyle. Perhaps a stop light could be constructed at the intersection of Woodbridge and Locust Grove to help manage traffic exiting Woodbridge onto Locust Grove Road. Additionally, the Magic View business area has a number of options for navigating traffic through that area giving access to other main traffic arteries. 6. LONGEVITY. The Locust View Heights Subdivision is a 50 -year old neighborhood this year. We are a solid representation of the lifestyle this neighborhood was designed to enjoy. Many of the homeowners have lived here for decades. We wish to continue living here, enjoying the rural lifestyle we currently have. We trust the City of Meridian to protect our neighborhood rights as previously stated. Signed on Johnny L Forsberg, Resident of 20+ years 2320 E Cadillac Dr Meridian Idaho 83642 Meridian Community Development Dept. Attention: Brian McClure July 30, 2019 To Whom It May Concern: 5...n --IVSD AUG 01 2019 CITY OF MERIDIAN MAYOR'S OFFICE January 2019, 1 received a postcard announcing a meeting February 12,2019, to discuss the finalization of Step 3 of 4 Steps to decide the future of our subdivision, Locust Grove Heights. No other information was given before that time but did refer to a web site which also gave little information and was many, many pages long. There was definitely lack of communication of what this "plan" was. February 12, 2019, between 75-100 residences of Locust Grove Heights met at City Hall to find that for Stage 3 , Meridian City had determined three alternative roads to connect Locust Grove and Eagle roads through our county subdivision. Evidently a council person lives in Woodbridge Subdivision and did not want traffic through there. The least costly route would be through the green area near Woodbridge's bridge that would not remove any houses and connect the east and west entrances. At the different stages of building Woodbridge subdivision alternate routes were discussed but not acted upon. A form letter was distributed so that Meridian City Council received an "overwhelming" input to shift the throughway responsibility to our subdivision that was established twenty plus years before Woodbridge was conceived and we are county. We have met with several agencies and representatives but each has a different reason to divide or demolish our neighborhood. There are many positive reasons our neighborhood should remain intact with no or minimal changes: -----Our natural trees planted in the early 1970s act as air filters, sound filters, and a buffer zone by a national freeway. ------About 1/3 of residents are original owners and about 1/3 are second or third owners. I am a second owner since 1979. -----For Sale signs are seldom seen in our neighborhood as there is a waiting list to buy here. -----We have four or more three generation families in ten plus houses. The children grew up here, married, and are raising their children here who can walk to Grandma and Grandpa's home, -----Our neighbors have become extended, chosen families. My neighbors have been here over 30 years. Recently one was my advocate for medical problems. Other neighbors readily help without being asked whenever a need is seen. Most of us have gardens that feed our families, church families, and others we can share with. -----Our neighbors come from all walks of life—business owners, military, teachers, craftsmen. We are all employed or retired. We are not a welfare neighborhood. -----As responsible landowners, we have improved our homes, maintained sewer systems, regularly test our wells and provide for wildlife. -----We are all family—blood or chosen—and like real families are not all the same but we do have respect and concern for our neighbors. Page 2 Please consider the positive aspects of our neighborhood. Please do not let "progress" or "greed of a few" change the bonds that have been built over the last 50 years. Sincerely, 4-1 Pat Rennison 990 Mustang St. Meridian, Idaho 83642 208-888-6448 Dear Mr McClure and Community Development Department, This letter is concerning the land use changes being considered for Locust View Heights Subdivision. I was raised in Meridian. We had one policeman, volunteer firemen, and less than 2,000 people. My brother and I would go to the Meridian train depot everyday to watch the steam locomotives go through town ... what a sight for two young boys! They announced the last time one would go through town, and dad and I stood by the track with our cameras wanting to remember those big machines forever. Dad recorded the last time the steam whistle blew at the creamery. Few remember that Meridian had a saw mill, and more importantly to a young boy, a mill pond full of logs for my brother and I, plus friends, to walk on. Dad and I attended the first race at the Meridian Speedway. I cheered for Ronnie Porter driver of red midget auto number 6. And finally, did you know, or can even imagine, the Harlem Globe Trotters came to town and played in the old Meridian High School gym. I have so many good Meridian memories that also include wonderful memories on Cadillac Drive! I have lived at 2050 E Cadillac Dr for 36 years. I designed our house, drew up the plans and got Ada Counties approval to build it. My father and I built the house together. At the time he was 70 years old, but he was still a good worker with a great mind. I often tell people how much it meant to me that dad and I could build the house that my children grew up in and I and my wife still live in. This is a desirable subdivision for the many memories it holds, but also it is somewhat isolated from the busyness that is all around us. Living on a dead end we don't have an abundance of traffic which all of us can appreciate these days. Even though we hear some road noise from the freeway this is a fairly quiet subdivision, and as unusual as it sounds in 2019, I know, and am friends with, many of my neighbors. And unlike Woodbridge, Locust View Heights doesn't have the many home owner association restrictions that a subdivision like Woodbridge has. Since I live on the north side of Cadillac it sounds like I would have no choice, but to become part of the Woodbridge Subdivision. I hope that doesn't occur! My experience with the Comprehensive Plan process hasn't been positive. I did attend the meeting on February 12, but haven't received updates that I am aware of. I'm thankful my neighbor came over and told me what was being planned and prompted me to let you know my thoughts, which I am now doing. I would like the Future Land Use to remain (R-1) for the above reasons. At time I also watch peoples dogs to help get us over the hump financially. I don't believe Woodbridge HOA regulations would allow me to do that any longer. Even though we don't make much with dogs not having that option will be a hardship for us. Thank you for considering my remarks. I hope you enjoyed the Meridian memories I shared. Sincerely, Ron Burnham August 2, 2019 Meridian Community Development Dept. Attention: Brian McClure To Whom It May Concern: I am writing in regard to the property changes being prepared for Locust View Heights Subdivision. We were not informed of any changes being considered until February of 2019, at that point 2 previous meetings had already been held and a planning firm from Salt Lake City hired and 3 proposed road plat changes presented at the meeting. We were informed change was coming and our input was welcome but minimal. Reaching out to the City of Meridian and Ada County has been met with a variety of very inconsistent responses. My questions are, 1. Who determined the designation of Locust View Heights Subdivision an Opportunity Zone? 2. Who funded the road realignment survey which would subsequently necessitate removal of several homes? We all know Woodbridge Subdivision is unhappy with the amount of traffic that passes through their subdivision in route from Locust Grove Rd to Eagle Rd. However, this issue was addressed when Woodbridge was being platted and the ACHD would not listen or address other routes or ideas for a connecting road. I do feel the issues we are facing are irrelevant to a connection road, but more to the implementation of a Capital Gains and Tax Relief package offered to potential developers at our expense. Hence the commercial and industrial rezoning an buffer zone of MUD (Multiple Use Density). Opportunity Zones, from my understanding were meant to encourage investments in low income urban and rural communities. Our neighborhood is pushing the age of 50 year as we built our house and have been residing here for 48 years. We do not have a large poverty rate or a low median family income in our subdivision. The turn -over rate is very low and for sale signs almost nonexistent, many of the residents own their property. We do know our location is very sought after and desirable but we do hope reconsideration can be given to the homeowners of this area. Sincerely, Alan and Carol Fox 1840 Cadillac Dr. Meridian, Idaho 83642 August 2, 2019 TO: Brian McClure City of Meridian Planning Commission FROM: Barbara Valdez RE: Comprehensive Plan Proposed Changes As a longtime resident of Locust View Heights Subdivision in Meridian, I am submitting comments to meet the August S deadline for such input. Our very existence as a community in Ada County and within the impact area of Meridian is threatened by proposed changes in roadway and zoning. In the matter of routing traffic, the proposed change in Cadillac Drive involves compromising not only the value of the properties along that street but also the safe use made of it for recreation—bicycling, walking and social interaction (as when children walk to their grandparents' home) Roads which we paved ourselves permit slow movement and enhanced quality of life due to limits in the amount and speed of traffic traversing them. Currently, no fast moving drivers can easily negotiate curves. A collector road would bring undesirable noise, emissions, and speed, and loss of value and income to persons living on quiet stretches now proportionate to the number of residences there. Various alternatives to safeguard emergency vehicle passage have been offered and should be tested. Furthermore, traffic studies should establish the actual need for extending and changing this segment of our subdivision system of entrance and exit. It would be ironic were people's lives shortened by the rationale that medical students require the street to access residencies, even as new trauma centers and medical centers would draw them westward instead; students and faculty of ICOM might be surveyed as to their travel preferences with the full knowledge of the price in human capital that would be paid. Comparative studies between this choice of Locust View Heights roadway versus others already existing in adjacent subdivisions might examine length, impact, cost, maintenance, and other objective factors. As to issues of health occasioned by rezoning and inseparable from humane concerns and our history, the subdivision currently offers approximately fifty acres characterized by mature trees, live streams, habitat to which ducks, geese, skunks, an occasional deer, and, a range of bird species gravitate. We can still catch a glimpse of sunrise and sunset, a broad expanse of sky and from some angles the profiles of the Boise Foothills and the Owyhee Mountains. Beekeeping can take place and horses can be pastured. Over one hundred trees alone serve as a buffer among carbon- emitting thoroughfares and other residential groupings near us. Among us is diversity of age and background, from retirees on fixed incomes, second generations continuing to live near their families, aging and disabled being cared for, small business owners and workers, widows, young families, teachers and nurses and medical -related professionals whose children have followed in their footsteps into the larger community. civil servants, veterans, volunteers, national guardsmen. This is a haven for all of us from the hectic spheres we occupy productively outside the subdivision. And we can invite our children back to be refreshed by these spaces. Furthermore, the livelihood of several families depends upon the space of an acreage itself: service industries, animal care, construction, not to mention family members relying on us for their ongoing well-being and thus increasing density in housing provided; aging and disabled persons and young or student workers share residence among us. Land mass, coupled with a geology with filtering and impervious layers, permits septic disposal, whereas re -zoning would reduce drain field space by dividing acreages in a system that is already working, maintained by individual landowners. We understand that groundwater contamination is greater when there is industrial/business use Ours Is a working neighborhood, one which has already demonstrated sustainability. Our move here in1972 was to the bare ground of abandoned farmland. Farm home loans had been made available for low-income and veteran use. Over the years, we and our neighbors planted grass, built fences, planted trees, paved the road, landscaped berms, irrigated pastures, raised chickens, goats, rabbits, horses, paid our taxes, maintained pumps and wells, grew and shared gardens, sent our children on to school, on occasion rescuing one another or our animals from fire, flood, or deep snow. As self- reliant as we are, we have a solidarity built by years of awareness, tolerance, and concern for one another. We do not want even one neighbor to be ditched or displaced, left to wonder—as we now do— where and how they would move elsewhere and afford housing. We deserve to enjoy the fruits of our labors represented by our stable and steady presence here over almost fifty years. Do we really want to scatter these unique resources of people, habitat and history which cannot be duplicated. One legendary neighbor was a Morrison-Knudsen engineer—his widow still lives here— whose expertise preserved Five Mile Creek in its natural state, who set up an irrigation system, helped lead scouting troops, worked to clean up national pollution sites, and educated sons who now occupy responsibie public service positions. Perhaps in his spirit, more affluent neighbors could offer their talents to create barriers-- only of fence or tree -line near the freeway to benefit us all—or other landscaping, and thereby counter the divisive, destructive, socially disrupting and distressing aspects inherent in current proposals. Perhaps we can enhance this subdivision and support it, maintaining the balance of interaction among persons, environment, and growth represented here that staves off leaning too far into a future without strong ties to good that has already been accomplished and is ongoing. Thank you, Barbara Valdez 2220 E. Continental Drive Meridian Idaho 208-888-3216 barbaraavaldez@hotmail.com July 28, 2019 City Of Meridian Planning Division- Land Use 33 E Broadway Ave. Suite 102 Meridian, Idaho 83642 REF: Public Notification for Future Comprehensive Land Use Plan Land use around 1205 E Lake Hazel (Lake Hazel and Locust Grove) I own a 6 acre parcel and would like to see the area around my acreage be in a category designation for a similar neighborhood character class. I live in a rural setting and want to see rural home sites. There is demand for acreages. Medium density is not compatible for blending into the surrounding small acreage home sites. Either large land/lot parcels to give some rural space between dwellings or single level residential buildings should be the class more appropriate for this area to retain some of the rural life feel. Also, multi-level rental units should be constructed close to the city and not in the rural areas. Please reply that you received my letter and input. Thank you. Sincerely, Uarda Coombs 1205 E Lake Hazel Rd Meridian, ID 83642 Brian McClure From: Sent: Monday, August 5, 2019 8:21 AM To: Brian McClure Subject: Locust View Heights Hello. I am wanting my opinions to be confidential as I think most of the people here do not have the same opinion. I have lived in this neighborhood for 30 plus years and have raised my family. It has grown so much. My opinion is I would like to see Bentley Drive area used for commercial to link CWI and St. Luke's . This neighborhood has went downhill in my opinion in the last 30 years. Not all folks take care of their property. The freeway makes it almost impossible to have a conversation in your own backyard. Folks from the college are parking in this subdivision. We would like to be able to get a fair offer for our property to be able to relocate. To me it makes sense to use the few acre lots off Bentley Drive for offices, etc. Just some of my thoughts. 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One of us having been raised on a farm, we have been able to raise our own chickens and beef—we have the space in which to do that. Together, we have a long history of family in the area and in Idaho and in the trucking industry, and a 20 -year history of work at Hewlett-Packard preparing prototypes and printers. We are now retired. Over the years we have observed the traffic in front of our house and are concerned since we keep farmers' hours—awakening at 5:00 a.m.--that our sleep would be disturbed by an increase in such traffic. Given the narrow width of our streets, heavier traffic would be unwise. The need for emergency vehicle access could be addressed by adding a controlled entrance. We are definitely opposed to a change in the road and to annexation, as we like our present lifestyle. We are also concerned about the loss in property value and the effects of a change in lifestyle, especially at this time in our lives. Thank you, Lee and Leona (Janey) Borden 903 Torino Meridian ID 83642 Qv,t ,Y8y-7 /s"Y August 2, 2019 Locust View Heights Subdivision City Comprehensive Plan 2019 I just came in from feeding my chickens and also throwing out some food for a Momma duck and her seven teenagers. This is the second year she has felt safe enough to raise her young on our property. have lived here for over a decade. I feel safe and trust my neighbors. We are close to the back of the subdivision so anyone that goes by our house is either a neighbor or going to a neighbor's house. My husband purchased this property in 1981. The original farm house is across the street from us along with the wonderful old cement silo. He used to ride his horse in to town. When I started dating him almost 20 years ago, Locust Grove dead ended at the entrance. We have neighbors who have lived here for close to 50 years. Several have paid off their homes in preparation for their fixed incomes in retirement. A few years ago we were able to be foster parents for our grandchildren while their parents cleaned up their act. I am proud that we were able to teach them to ride bikes without much worry of traffic hitting them. They, along with other kids in the neighborhood are able to go from one house to another knowing most of the people will watch out for them. This area is next to the freeway and most people would not like to be here. That is how many of the people in were able to purchase. We do not make as much as many of our neighboring subdivisions, yet we are extremely grateful for where we live. When someone asks me about the noise of the freeway, I let them know that I just image it being a babbling brook, like camping in the Mountains. A road going through is not going to be a real benefit to anyone. It will not be a straight shot; it is a curvy, winding road. Overland and Franklin are both quite accessible since extending Locust Grove over the Freeway. We live here due to the Low Density of homes. We have a rental home on the Bench in Boise. The main reason we stay here is due to the property. We have an older horse who he gets to keep many pastures eaten down. It is common to see someone walking their horse in the neighborhood. We have observed a lot of wildlife here, Raccoons, Foxes, skunks, squirrels and hawks, even a Deer a few years ago. Our neighborhood feels like what Meridian used to be, a close knit farming community. I was born and raised in Idaho. Please respect our wonderful area and old fashioned way of living. Marlena Rodamer 2110 E. Continental Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 August 5, 2019 Brian McClure Comprehensive Associate Planner City of Meridian 33 East Broadway Avenue, Suite 102 Meridian, ID 83642 Dear Mr. McClure: We have been residents of the Locust View Heights Subdivision since March 1987. The one -acre lots, the rural feel of the neighborhood and the proximity to the interstate, health care and the cities of Meridian and Boise are just a few of the things that drove us to purchase our home. We enjoy being able to park our travel trailer on our property. The neighborhood is quite, stable and allows us to have a large garden and yard. We have had animals over the years that would not be allowed in a subdivision with smaller lots. Our home is a single story and with the improvements made to the structure over the years it is the home we plan to live in until independent living is no longer an option for us. We have never regretted our decision to buy our home and would very much like to see the current zoning of Low Density Rural remain unchanged. While change is inevitable, as evidenced by the growth all around our subdivision, we truly want to protect and preserve the integrity of our neighborhood and the lifestyle it affords the residents. The changes proposed in the Comprehensive Plan that is currently under review will destroy the lifestyle the homeowners in the subdivision have enjoyed for the past fifty (50) years. Consistent with the City of Meridian's goal to be a family centric city, and to protect the lifestyle we enjoy, we ask that you seriously consider the following: 1. Do not construct any additional roads through Locust View Heights for the benefit of those traveling between Locust Grove and Eagle Roads. Currently the traffic in our neighborhood is local because there is no outlet. This was a key factor when we considered where to purchase a home. 2. Construct an emergency stub -road to meet the fire code for a neighborhood of our size. An entrance for emergency vehicles only could be located on the east side of the neighborhood near Wells Street, similar to the stub -road being constructed to connect Greenhill Estates with Magic View Road. 3. Keep the Low Density Residential zoning. Do not change the zoning to Mixed Use Neighborhood as it will drastically change the character and feel of the neighborhood. 4. Other neighborhoods should not determine what changes are made to our subdivision. We are well aware that the Woodbridge Subdivision is not happy that their neighborhood roads are being used to access the main traffic arteries. It has also come to our attention that a road through Greenhill Estates to alleviate traffic in Woodbridge was proposed and was defeated. With the failure of that plan Locust View Heights Subdivision is now being considered as a resolution to the traffic flow issues in Woodbridge. While we are sympathetic to the traffic flow issues for the residents of Woodbridge, the streets were in place when the homes were built and the residents of Woodbridge should have considered the potential traffic flows when they purchased their homes. We certainly considered the absence of through traffic in our neighborhood an asset when we bought our home. Perhaps a stoplight at the corner of Woodbridge and Locust Grove would help. There are also options to manage traffic through the Magic View business area. 5. The Locust View Heights Subdivision was established over forty-five (45) years ago. The turnover rate of residents is very low. Many of our neighbors were here when we moved into our house in 1987. While most of the homes are modest in nature, the past ten years have seen some residents choosing to build large additions on their homes and make major improvements to both structures and landscaping. We thoroughly enjoy the quiet, rural lifestyle we have in our neighborhood and do not want to see that change. Thank you for considering the many things we love about our subdivision and understanding why we do not want to see the changes in the City of Meridian's Comprehensive Plan implemented. You may contact us at 208-888- 6506 if you have any questions or need further input or clarification. Sincerely, R. -0, �4 11 * A- /b—t- A— L&U_ Robert and Lindeen Neufeld 995 South Mustang Street Meridian, ID 83642 Meridian Community Development Dept. Attention: Brian McClure July 30, 2019 To Whom It May Concern: January 2019, 1 received a postcard announcing a meeting February 12,2019, to discuss the finalization of Step 3 of 4 Steps to decide the future of our subdivision, Locust Grove Heights. No other information was given before that time but did refer to a web site which also gave little information and was many, many pages long. There was definitely lack of communication of what this "plan" was. February 12, 2019, between 75-100 residences of Locust Grove Heights met at City Hall to find that for Stage 3 , Meridian City had determined three alternative roads to connect Locust Grove and Eagle roads through our county subdivision. Evidently a council person lives in Woodbridge Subdivision and did not want traffic through there. The least costly route would be through the green area near Woodbridge's bridge that would not remove any houses and connect the east and west entrances. At the different stages of building Woodbridge subdivision alternate routes were discussed but not acted upon. A form letter was distributed so that Meridian City Council received an "overwhelming" input to shift the throughway responsibility to our subdivision that was established twenty plus years before Woodbridge was conceived and we are county. We have met with several agencies and representatives but each has a different reason to divide or demolish our neighborhood. There are many positive reasons our neighborhood should remain intact with no or minimal changes: -----Our natural trees planted in the early 1970s act as air filters, sound filters, and a buffer zone by a national freeway. ------About 1/3 of residents are original owners and about 1/3 are second or third owners. I am a second owner since 1979. -----For Sale signs are seldom seen in our neighborhood as there is a waiting list to buy here. -----We have four or more three generation families in ten plus houses. The children grew up here, married, and are raising their children here who can walk to Grandma and Grandpa's home -----Our neighbors have become extended, chosen families. My neighbors have been here over 30 years. Recently one was my advocate for medical problems. Other neighbors readily help without being asked whenever a need is seen. -----Most of us have gardens that feed our families, church families, and others we can share with. -----Our neighbors come from all walks of life—business owners, military, teachers, craftsmen. We are all employed or retired. We are not a welfare neighborhood. -----As responsible landowners, we have improved our homes, maintained sewer systems, regularly test our wells and provide for wildlife. -----We are all family—blood or chosen—and like real families are not all the same but we do have respect and concern for our neighbors. Page 2 Please consider the positive aspects of our neighborhood. Please do not let "progress" or "greed of a feW' change the bonds that have been built over the last 50 years. Sincerely, J Pat Rennison 990 Mustang St. Meridian, Idaho 83642 208-888-6448 August 2, 2019 Meridian Community Development Dept. Attention: Brian McClure To Whom It May Concern: am writing in regard to the property changes being prepared for Locust View Heights Subdivision. We were not informed of any changes being considered until February of 20189, at that point 2 previous meetings had already been held and a planning firm from Salt Lake City hired and 3 proposed road plat changes presented at the meeting. We were informed change was coming and our input was welcome but minimal. Reaching out to the City of Meridian and Ada County has been met with a variety of very inconsistent responses. My questions are, 1. Who determined the designation of Locust View Heights Subdivision an Opportunity Zone? 2. Who funded the road realignment survey which would subsequently necessitate removal of several homes? We all know Woodbridge Subdivision is unhappy with the amount of traffic that passes through their subdivision in route from Locust Grove Rd to Eagle Rd. However, this issue was addressed when Woodbridge was being platted and the ACHD would not listen or address other routes or ideas for a connecting road. I do feel the issues we are facing are irrelevant to a connection road, but more to the implementation of a Capital Gains and Tax Relief package offered to potential developers at our expense. Hence the commercial and industrial rezoning an buffer zone of MUD (Multiple Use Density). Opportunity Zones, from my understanding were meant to encourage investments in low income urban and rural communities. Our neighborhood is pushing the age of 50 year as we built our house and have been residing here for 48 years. We do not have a large poverty rate or a low median family income I our subdivision. The turn -over rate is very low and for sale signs almost nonexistent, many of the residents own their property. We do know our location is very sought after and desirable but we do hope reconsideration can be given to the homeowners of this area. Sincerely, DCEIE f Alan and Carol Fox AUG � � ���� 1840 Cadillac Dr. Meridian, Idaho 83642 CITY OF MERIDIAN MAYOR'S OFFICE �`[ � � �J�,rYL'e.� 1 5 �cJ � � 9`�t1�-t�'�'►��L ► � r✓C V rP �Z) Kowe D-A)kA6 fyAL, J'u 4,15 S 4 G k9l L/ 16 0 /XO se a. acp—soxvs.`TA� Pq-4f-44'ZL4sov vo �4-9 -, ups krzeAj e VY'IO�I r�1� Q cJ jve�' F'v dam/ c t DI ✓ Is e,4 . C( Sa � f2 e0'01 CJs . have LI v-ec �z Pew ava Cu m GY-r y?zs . `i kE op-► S /IM c. ela-% �ow eP c -5)q L- L/-, cAfA�e-4---4--s 4. -,1'3 i z, le c�--vtA- =mow, 4- © s tAl-atk yeq RECEIVED AUG 16 2019 CITY OF MERIDIAN MAYOR'S OFFICE August 2, 2019 Locust View Heights Subdivision City Comprehensive Plan 2019 I just came in from feeding my chickens and also throwing out some food for a Momma duck and her seven teenagers. This is the second year she has felt safe enough to raise her young on our property. have lived here for over a decade. I feel safe and trust my neighbors. We are close to the back of the subdivision so anyone that goes by our house is either a neighbor or going to a neighbor's house. My husband purchased this property in 1981. The original farm house is across the street from us along with the wonderful old cement silo. He used to ride his horse in to town. When I started dating him almost 20 years ago, Locust Grove dead ended at the entrance. We have neighbors who have lived here for close to 50 years. Several have paid off their homes in preparation for their fixed incomes in retirement. A few years ago we were able to be foster parents for our grandchildren while their parents cleaned up their act. I am proud that we were able to teach them to ride bikes without much worry of traffic hitting them. They, along with other kids in the neighborhood are able to go from one house to another knowing most of the people will watch out for them. This area is next to the freeway and most people would not like to be here. That is how many of the people in were able to purchase. We do not make as much as many of our neighboring subdivisions, yet we are extremely grateful for where we live. When someone asks me about the noise of the freeway, I let them know that I just image it being a babbling brook, like camping in the Mountains. A road going through is not going to be a real benefit to anyone. It will not be a straight shot; it is a curvy, winding road. Overland and Franklin are both quite accessible since extending Locust Grove over the Freeway. We live here due to the Low Density of homes. We have a rental home on the Bench in Boise. The main reason we stay here is due to the property. We have an older horse who he gets to keep many pastures eaten down. it is common to see someone walking their horse in the neighborhood. We have observed a lot of wildlife here, Raccoons, Foxes, skunks, squirrels and hawks, even a Deer a few years ago. Our neighborhood feels like what Meridian used to be, a close knit farming community. I was born and raised in Idaho. Please respect our wonderful area and old fashioned way of living. V*&RA- X* Marlena Rodamer 2110 E. Continental Dr., Meridian, ID 83642 T)'PCEIVE*D AUG 16 2019 CITY OF MERIDIAN MAYOR'S OFFICE From: Gary Hamblev To: Brian McClure Subject: annexation of Locust View heights subdivision Date: Thursday, August 1, 2019 8:45:40 PM I was the third house built in Locust View Heights subdivision. I have one of the nicest backyards in Treasure Valley, huge trees, hill and creek. We like our low density neighborhood and its privacy. It is safe, kids play close to the road, it is quiet. If a collector road were to be built, that would all change. Cars 24 hours a day,lots of noise and possible more crime. We prefer not to be annexed into Meridian from Ada County for the following reasons: 1. We do not care to pay for new collector road, or sidewalks, or sewers. To meet the emergency vehicle requirements, we would not object to an emergency sub road. 2. We feel like Woodbridge is promoting this. They had opportunities to install their own road, but refused to do so. Now they want to install one through our subdivision at our expense. 3. We will be paying for sewers. lights and sidewalks, all of which we have done without so far. Because of this our taxes will skyrocket. 4. We will never get all of our money back, should we decide to sell, plus our quality of life will deteriorate. So we oppose this annexation. If this should pass, just remember you are going to have 200+ irritated neighbors who have good memories, AND WE VOTE. Sincerely, Gary and Jeannine Hambley 2250 Cadillac Dr. Meridian, ID From: Scott Nichols To: Brian McClure Subject: Comprehensive Plan Comments Date: Sunday, August 4, 2019 5:09:16 PM Good afternoon Brian, Thank you for meeting with me last week and discussing some of the City's thoughts and policy regarding the Comprehensive Plan and future Zoning. My primary comment and concern is related to the City's policy to rezone from low density to medium or high density in Val Vista subdivision. With regard to Val Vista Subdivision, I am opposed to rezoning from low to medium density. The Val Vista Homeowners Association, includes at least 8 of the newest property owners who are opposed to rezoning. They and I moved here for the qualities provided by our 5+ acre lots located on a culdesac, just minutes from downtown Meridian. Based on the City's rezone proposal we are engaged in rewriting our HOA rules to prevent the sort of subdivision that would be allowed by the City. Please do not rezone the Val Vista Subdivision to medium density residential. Thank you, Scott H Nichols Regulatory Affairs and Land Leasing Manager 208-401-6459 From: Christy Ducharme To: Brian McClure Subject: Comprehensive Plan- Locust View Heights Subdivision Response Date: Friday, August 2, 2019 4:19:57 PM Locust View Heights Subdivision Response to the City Comprehensive Plan 2019 The existing Comprehensive Plan currently shows our neighborhood zoned as Low Density Residential. We are happy with that designation. We desire that this designation not be changed on the City's maps. We ask that the City protect us from any modification that would change this designation as it would compromise our chosen lifestyle. This lifestyle includes large property lots, quiet neighborhood streets, local traffic only, irrigation rights, large gardens, space for animals, quiet neighborhood setting, continued private well and septic rights, rural atmosphere. There are several original homeowners living within this neighborhood who built the home in the early 1970's when there was nothing but farmland and dirt roads. These families continue to live here and have done so for nearly 50 years. The longevity of these homeowners within the neighborhood speaks loudly to the quality of life people enjoy pertaining to the aforementioned qualities of this neighborhood. Other families have moved in since for the same reasons. We desperately wish to maintain and preserve this quality of life. We understand that change happens. Seeing first-hand the city grow around our neighborhood, we have accepted and embraced that. It does not have to compromise the integrity of our neighborhood and the reasons why we each moved here. Since the City of Meridian claims to be a family centric city, and to protect the lifestyles our families have chosen in this subdivision, we ask that the City implement the following to protect our families and neighborhood in order of priority: 1. FIRST PREFERENCE IS NO ROAD. Our first preference is to have no additional roads constructed within our subdivision. This neighborhood enjoys "local traffic" only based on the original design of the subdivision. Homeowners specifically chose to purchase property in this neighborhood for the unique qualities that this low-density, large acre lot subdivision provides. Additional traffic of any kind will compromise the quality of life, bring additional noise, crime, and ultimate destruction to a key factor that family's value. 2. EMERGENCY STUB ROAD. To meet the fire code for a neighborhood of our size, we submit that a stub -road be constructed to create an entrance for emergency vehicles only. This would be located on the east side of the neighborhood nearest Wells Street. This road would be identical to the stub -road currently being constructed that will connect Greenhill Estates with Magic View Road. This road will be paved, 20 feet wide, have a padlocked gate allowing access to emergency vehicles only, and not give access to through traffic. 3. ONLY LOCAL STREETS. Do not allow collector roads or other heavily traveled roadways through our neighborhood. It destroys the family friendly atmosphere. If a road were to be constructed to the east of the neighborhood, the traffic must be slow, including appropriate stop signs and speed bumps where necessary. 4. ONLY ALLOW LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL ZONING. Our family friendly neighborhood has large gardens, home shops, and animals to raise. Please protect our chosen way of life in Locust View Heights. We do not wish to change the current residential zoning. 5. DO NOT ALLOW OTHER NEIGHBORHOODS TO DECIDE HOW WE SHOULD LIVE. We know Woodbridge neighborhood would like us to take all the excessive traffic flow from their neighborhood into ours. We know that Greenhill Estates Subdivision was first approached to alleviate traffic from Woodbridge by creating a through street connecting Magic View Road to Franklin Road through Greenhill Estates. As that plan failed, Locust View Heights is now being approached to shoulder the burden of alleviating the traffic flow. Woodbridge homeowners were well aware that traffic would be coming through it when they bought their homes. Conversely, people in our neighborhood specifically purchased their homes here as we knew this was a neighborhood with no "through" streets. It would be a safe and comfortable place allowing our children and families to freely play and enjoy a quiet lifestyle. Perhaps a stop light could be constructed at the intersection of Woodbridge and Locust Grove to help manage traffic exiting Woodbridge onto Locust Grove Road. Additionally, the Magic View business area has a number of options for navigating traffic through that area giving access to other main traffic arteries. 6. LONGEVITY. The Locust View Heights Subdivision is a 50 -year old neighborhood this year. We are a solid representation of the lifestyle this neighborhood was designed to enjoy. Many of the homeowners have lived here for decades. We wish to continue living here, enjoying the rural lifestyle we currently have. We trust the City of Meridian to protect our neighborhood rights as previously stated. We have lived in this neighborhood for years and plan to retire in this neighborhood with our grandchildren around us. A connecting street from Locust Grove to Eagle Road would destroy our neighborhood. Many of us would not be able to replace what we have here within Meridian City limits. Furthermore, we have heard that at least one of the councilmen making this decision lives in Woodbridge. He should recluse himself from voting on this subject. From: Mike Wardle To: Brian McClure; Caleb Hood Cc: David Turnbull; Cameron Arial; Jon Wardle; Miriam McGilvrav Subject: Draft Comprehensive Plan FLUM Request Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2019 3:37:04 PM Attachments: SKM C654e19072415030.odf Gentlemen, An additional FLUM request... SCS Brighton recently put the commercially -zoned portion of Treasure Valley Investments' Ten Mile property under contract; and secured a first -right -of -refusal for the easterly TN -C, TN -R and R-8 parcels. As a result, David Turnbull has asked that I transmit the attached letter, dated July 24th, concerning the FLUM designation of that property. The letter also restates his June 18th concern for the FLUM designations of our soon -to -be -submitted Pinnacle project at Lake Hazel and Locust Grove. While the Ten Mile FLUM request focuses specifically on TVI's commercial property, we request the opportunity to discuss the FLUM for the entirety of the TVI properties in context with our adjoining TM Creek and TM Crossing projects—a combined area of nearly 300 acres. Please let us know when that might happen. Michael D. Wardle, Director of Planning BRIGHTON CORPORATION 2929 W. Navigator Dr., Suite 400, Meridian, ID 83642 Direct 208.287.0512 I Mobile 208-863.6150 mwardle(a)brightoncorp.com From: Brian McClure <bmcclure@meridiancity.org> Sent: Friday, June 21, 2019 10:08 AM To: Mike Wardle <mwardle@brightoncorp.com>; Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org> Cc: David Turnbull <dturnbull@brightoncorp.com>; Cameron Arial <carial@meridiancity.org>; Jon Wardle <jwardle@brightoncorp.com>; Miriam McGilvray <MMcGilvray@LOGANSIMPSON.COM> Subject: RE: SC Draft Plan and Map Michael, This has been received, thank you. This will be saved as public comment and I've passed this along to our consultants for review. We'll plan to discuss further at the next SC meeting. Please let me know if you have any other question/comments. Thanks Brian McClure bmcclure(@meridiancity.org From: Mike Wardle[mailto:mwardle(@brightoncorp.com] Sent: Thursday, June 20, 2019 12:00 PM To: Caleb Hood <chood(@meridiancity.org>; Brian McClure <bmcclure(cDmeridiancity.org> Cc: David Turnbull <dturnbull(@brightoncorp.com>; Cameron Arial <carialPmeridiancity.org>; Jon Wardle <iwardle(cDbrightoncorp.com> Subject: SC Draft Plan and Map Gentlemen, I'm pleased to forward the attached letter from David Turnbull, in direct response to your request at last week's Steering Committee meeting for 'final" comments on the proposed FLUM. We believe the requested FLUM modifications are appropriate and trust they will be incorporated into the final version of the map prior to the public hearing process. Michael D. Wardle, Director of Planning BRIGHTON CORPORATION 2929 W. Navigator Dr., Suite 400, Meridian, ID 83642 Direct 208.287.0512 1 Mobile 208-863.6150 mwardle(d)briahtoncorp.com From: RYAN GLENNA NEWBY To: Brian McClure Subject: Feedback on the Locust View Heights Subdivision Comp Plan Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2019 3:11:54 PM Attachments: Locust View Heights Subdivision Comp Plan Comment.pdf Hello Mr. McClure, I am a resident of the Locust View Heights Subdivision, living at 1710 Bentley Dr., Meridian, Idaho. I have lived at this residence my entire life. My family originally purchased the home in 1970 and my husband and I purchased the home from my family in 2004. We currently are raising four sons and we love our home and neighborhood. I am attaching a letter responding to the proposals the City has to create change to our neighborhood. Please see that this response is considered. We are anxious to attend the City Council Meeting dates when this plan will be adopted. Do you know when the next meeting is to be held? Thank you, Ryan and Glenna Newby From: Joe F. Walters To: Brian McClure; mmehtac000erCabadaweb.net Subject: Future Meridian Development Plans Date: Monday, August 5, 2019 11:47:45 AM Hello, I am emailing to comment on the proposed land changes aound my neighborhood. I wish I could reference the plat number, but the county website really isn't too user friendly. I question why it is so hard to navigate and find out what the proposed changes are? I live in the Nickel Creek subdivision that is close to the corner of 10 Mile and Amity. My understanding is that the bare land south of our neighborhood, between us and Amity has a proposed land use change being considered. The last I heard it was zoned for low residential development. When we bought our property 15 years ago we always realized that the land would be developed. But we were also told that it would be a similar type of development that could comprise of up to 3 houses per acre. Now it appears that this could be changed to accomdate 3 to 8 homes per acre. If that limit goes to 8 homes per acre, a developer will likely build to the higher limit of houses allowed. Some mornings at 7 a.m. that it already takes up to 10 minutes to get out of our neighborhood with the increased traffic that has occurred in the last 2 years along Amity. This is with 16 homes in our neighborhood. With the increased density in the land behind ours, has it been determined how much more traffic will be using the one street existing onto Amity? Let's assume there are only another 50 cars leaving for work, how will that impact our morning commute. Besides the added traffic, there is another neighborhood rigth across the street from our entrance that also adds to the congestion. Would the city put in a traffic light if the congestion gets to be too much? I understand the added tax revenue for the city, but I feel that 1/8 acres lots seems excessive. If this were a downtown area, it would make sense for that type of density, but further out in the county seems like an odd place to put that many houses on one acre. I hope that you consider this in the decision making process. Please let me know if you have any questions? Thanks for your time! Joe Walters 4156 South Nickel Creek Place Meridian, ID 83642 (208) 921-8129 From: Glen Wallace To: Brian McClure Cc: ""JJ Wallace Subject: future plans for locust view heights subdivision Date: Sunday, August 4, 2019 8:01:30 PM To Whom it may concern, I am a resident of Locust View Heights Subdivision residing on Cadillac Drive. I have been here since 1992 and have witnessed a lot of changes to Meridian over the years. This is a very unique neighborhood that can not be duplicated anywhere at any price. Turning Cadillac Drive into a thoroughfare to handle 3000 cars a day would not only destroy the peaceful nature of this neighborhood but without sidewalks, streetlights and crosswalks would be a death sentence for the family's here with smaller children. My grandchildren are among those who walk and ride bikes from down the street multiple times per day to visit Grandpa and Grandma or other friends in the neighborhood. I know that Woodbridge would love to have a road through our properties to divert cars from cutting through theirs, but to destroy our way of life is a very unfair price to pay. In the evening, there are many of our neighbors walking the neighborhood, riding bikes, and occasionally even horses. We moved here 27 years ago and would like to keep it this way for the next 27 years. In talking to a loan officer at US Bank, we were told its "hard to put a price on these properties as they never go up for sale" Properties change hands through probate or by word of mouth but rarely end up on the public market. Thank You, Glen Wallace From: Gary Petersen To: Brian McClure Subject: Fw: Meridian Comp Plan Date: Friday, August 2, 2019 3:46:06 PM Brian, Thanks for the information you provided me on the phone. Below, you can see the email that I sent to Cameron and Kaycee. Kind regards, Gary ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Gary Petersen <gbpetersen@att.net> To: carial@meridiancity.org <carial@meridiancity.org> Cc: kemery@meridiancity.org <kemery@meridiancity.org> Sent: Friday, August 2, 2019, 02:28:58 PM PDT Subject: Meridian Comp Plan Mr. Arial, I am writing in regards to the comprehensive plan that is currently under review. We own a home on W Val Vista Ct. The primary reason we moved into this area is that it was fully developed with — 5 acre ranchette properties and would not be subject to having medium to high density housing encroaching on us. This is an ideal location providing close proximity to the city, but with a country feel and the ability to maintain our horses and lifestyle. It is my understanding, that if the comp. plan is approved our "sub division" would then be eligible for up to 12 units/Ac. If that were to happen, it would completely destroy the rural atmosphere that we, and all of our neighbors, moved here to enjoy and have worked so hard to maintain. If you have never driven through our neighborhood, I encourage you to do so. I think that would help you understand why we feel so strongly that our zoning should be left as is. In my opinion, it is a breech of trust for the city to change the zoning ordinances in an area that is already fully developed unless it is the desire of the current residents. In our neighborhood that certainly is not the case. Kind regards, Gary Petersen 2625 W Val Vista Ct Meridian, Id 83642 From: Cameron Arial To: Caleb Hood; Brian McClure Subject: Fwd: #MyMeridian Comprehensive Plan Date: Sunday, August 4, 2019 2:32:46 PM Cameron Arial Community Development Director City of Meridian Begin forwarded message: From: Sherry Fawcett <sjfid.2181&gma l.com> Date: August 4, 2019 at 2:23:56 PM MDT To: <carialgmeridiancity.org> Subject: #MyMeridian Comprehensive Plan I currently live in the Val Vista subdivision south of the freeway. The lots are all five acres and is currently zoned RUT. The current future plan was for Low Residential which still provided subdividing at a much higher density than current. We enjoy the rural setting and recent sales in the neighborhood would indicate that many individuals are looking for this type of property. The new comprehensive plan shows medium density residential. We are opposed to this density. Most all of my neighbors live here for the rural life style. This area is unique and needs to stay that way. Meridian should allow for diversity of neighborhoods and allow for larger estates. From: Mary Kremer To: Brian McClure Subject: Fwd: Comp plan Date: Friday, August 2, 2019 10:53:39 AM Sent from my Wad Begin forwarded message: From: Mary Kremer <busy_mom _520(oyahoo.com> Date: August 2, 2019 at 10:29:08 AM MDT To: bmmcclurenmeridiancity.org Subject: Fwd: Comp plan Sent from my Wad Begin forwarded message: From: Mary Kremer <busy_mom _520 c&yahoo.com> Date: August 2, 2019 at 10:17:56 AM MDT To: carial&meridiancity.org Subject: Comp plan I would like to voice my opinion to rezoning Val Vista Subdivision to a high density neighborhood. I'M AGAINST IT, we moved to Val Vista from a boise neighborhood for the country life, the neighborhood we moved from use to be very quiet and had that country feel, until subdivision after subdivision came into the area and it became so noisy and congested that you couldn't set on your back porch. Please take into consideration the home owners in this area and do not rezone to put in a mega subdivision! Respectfully Mary Kremer 2575 W. Val Vista Ct. Meridian, Id 83642 Sent from my Wad From: Kirk Kremer To: Brian McClure Subject: Fwd: Comp plan Date: Friday, August 2, 2019 10:48:41 AM Sent from my iPad Begin forwarded message: From: Kirk Kremer <id.elkhunter(&,yahoo.com> Date: August 2, 2019 at 8:06:27 AM MDT To: kemery&meridiancity.org Subject: Comp plan Hope I am sending this to the appropriate person, I have looked over and followed the comp plan development since moving to Meridian last year. We live at 2575 W. Val Vista court, a subdivision that has been here for years and the reason we chose this area was because the small acreage, country feel of the area yet close to amenities. The homes out here are on 5-6 acres with horses, goats, chickens, sheep,etc. my understanding is that the plan calls for a change that would allow my neighbor to subdivide his 5 acres and add 50 or more houses next door to me. I think that is too drastic of a zone change for a residential area that has been here for more than 15 years. I would think a 2 acre minimum for a house would be a better fit for this area. Thank you for considering my opinion Respectfully, Kirk Kremer 2575 W. Val Vista Ct. Meridian, Id. 83642 Sent from my iPad From: Mike To: Brian McClure Subject: Letter for Brian McClure for the City of Meridian and Ada County to keep Low Density growth Date: Monday, July 15, 2019 9:32:20 AM July 14, 2019 Dear Brian McClure, Thank you for speaking with me last week about the City of Meridian's future land use on the property surrounding us. I grew up on a dairy in this area and have lived in Idaho my entire life. Many changes have happened because of growth, both positive and negative. We understand people are moving to the Treasure Valley and need a place to live. People are moving here because of all the City of Meridian has to offer including good schools, low unemployment, low crime rate, affordable cost of living, and minimal traffic congestion. Growth is happening and we must plan for it, but without smart growth the Idaho we know and the reason people are coming for will be lost. It is important to preserve Idaho the best that we can. For that reason, I am recommending maintaining the current zoning of the land north and south of Amity Road between 10 Mile Road and Black Cat Road as Low Density. Over the past 15 years, people have been moving to southern Meridian/Ada County because of the slower pace of life, open land, and views of the surrounding mountains. Many of my neighbors have moved from areas north of I-84 to escape the fast growth and large subdivisions that have been developed. The diversity of Meridian and Ada County is rapidly going away. I am concerned our area will soon be just a bedroom community made up of large housing developments similar to how Meridian is north of I-84. The medium density zoning is not consistent with the current use of the surrounding land, which includes subdivisions of I -acre lots, small and large acreage farms, families of all social - economical classifications, and even a dairy. To be an attractive destination to live, all types of housing options must be available, including areas where open land is still available. Allowing some controlled housing of 0-3 houses per acre will keep the area peaceful and welcoming, and is more in line with the current development and surroundings. Our subdivision is located on the north side of Amity on Nickel Creek Place Road between Ten Mile Road and Black Cat Road. As you know, there is only one way out and into our subdivision. It is already hard to get out onto Amity with the current traffic and the hill near our intersection. Changing the zoning to Medium Density could potentially add 150 houses to the south of our subdivision. Assuming two cars per household with 2 trips per day, this could add over 600 vehicles per day on the roads. Also, there is a school bus stop on Amity serving two existing subdivisions. The students either walk approximately 1/2 -mile from their house to the stop or parents drive them. A medium density subdivision will further increase the traffic/pedestrian interaction. Since 2005, the Idaho Transportation Department has been upgrading I-84 from Nampa to Meridian to meet the demands of the population growth of western Ada County and Canyon County. As of 2005, ITD completed nearly $285 -million dollars to expand the capacity of this corridor. Unfortunately, the increase in capacity has not been able to keep up with traffic demands. Currently, rush hour traffic comes to a standstill even though the roadway has gone from two lanes each direction to four lanes. The poor level of service of I-84 forces commuters off the Interstate onto the local system. Uncontrolled growth will continue to worsen the level of service of this corridor, and put more pressure on the local roads. Furthermore, the ultimate build -out of this corridor is six lanes each direction due to the span configurations of the bridges crossing the Interstate and development of the adjacent land. Uncontrolled growth will exceed the ultimate build out. The infrastructure problem should be addressed by the City of Meridian and Ada County Highway District prior to allowing large developments south of the Interstate. Large power transmission lines cross the land at a diagonal direction to the north of Amity Road in the vacant land south of our neighborhood, Bittercreek Heights, that the City of Meridian wants to change to Medium density. Keeping the Low Density zoning would allow the positioning of houses outside the influence of the lines electromagnetic field of radiation thereby reducing the possibility of health issues. I am very grateful to live here and enjoy the quail, pheasants, hawks, eagles, coyotes, and chuckers that roam our neighborhood. Please consider letting the "country remain country" by keeping the land surrounding our neighborhood to the south, north, west, and east to stay Low Density. This will preserve the peace that makes Idaho loved by so many, while satisfying the need of houses and allow the businesses to stay close to the city not in the country. Thank you for your consideration again to keep the area surrounding Bittercreek Heights Subdivision Low Density. Sincerely, Kim and Mike Johnson, Residents of Bittercreek Heights Subdivision From: Kahootz Steak & Alehouse To: Brian McClure Subject: Locust View Heights Subdivision Newbys Document (3).pdf Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2019 10:28:23 AM Attachments: Locust View Heights Subdivision Newbys Document (3).odf From: RICHARD MURGOITIO To: Brian McClure Cc: Caleb Hood; Cameron Arial Subject: Meridian Comprehensive Plan Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2019 3:07:15 PM Hello Brian My name is Richard Murgoitio, this is a follow up letter to our meeting in March with you and Caleb . I own the Northeast corner of Victory and Ten Mile 40 acres. After reviewing the new plan I believe the zoning is wrong for that piece. The property is right on Ten Mile Road which will someday be 4 lanes. THE MIXED USE ZONING is the correct zoning for this parcel, why would you put MU zoning farther to the south and NOT to the north? The MU zoning makes a ton of sense along the Ten Mile Corridor. The mixed use zoning would help in transforming the small lots to larger lots to the east. As a landowner the MU ZONING is the only answer here. Please let me know your thoughts. Thank You, Richard Murgoitio Sent from Mail for Windows 10 From: Kathy and Blaine To: Brian McClure; mmehtac000er(aadaweb.net Subject: Meridian Development Plan Date: Monday, July 22, 2019 8:59:18 AM We are sending this email to you to let you know that we would like for Meridian/Ada County to leave the development plan for Ten Mile/Amity area as it is currently designed and not what is currently drafted. We are very concerned with: 1. Roads not being able to handle increased traffic, 2. Turning out of our Bittercreek Subdivision east on Amity. This is ALREADY a difficult turn! 3. Safety of school children getting on and off the buses at intersection of Amity and S Nickel Creek Place. Thank you - Blaine and Kathy Ream From: Tremayne Arnold To: Brian McClure; mmehtac000er(aadaweb.net Subject: Meridian zoning changes - Ten Mile & Amity Date: Sunday, August 4, 2019 12:10:38 PM I am writing to express my concern regarding proposed changes to zoning plans of the city and county I live on Nickel Creek to the north of Amity Road near Ten Mile. There are about 16 homes on Nickel Creek north of Amity, and another 10 or so within 1/4 mile. Most or all of these homes on 1 acre lots, a handful might be on about 0.5 acre lots, and some are on considerably more than 1 acre. The new plans show a proposal to change the land my neighbors currently reside on and the land between Nickel Creek and Amity from Low Density to Medium Density Residential. It is my strong opinion that this land should remain zoned Low Density Residential. 1. Many of the homes in our area have small farms, livestock, and free-range pets and children. Medium Density Residential would not only clash aesthetically with what is already there, but additional traffic would create traffic safety issues. The current civil infrastructure was built with Low Density in mind. It is reasonable to expect that new development would provide wider roads and sidewalks in its own new space. However, it would not remedy or improve the infrastructure that already exists, which was not intended to handle Medium Density requirements. 2. Large power transmission lines running between Nickel Creek and Amity pose health concerns. There are studies suggesting higher incidences of cancer and other health issues for individuals living near or under high voltage power lines. Rezoning this area to allow more homes near or under these lines is opening the city and county to a higher chance of future litigation. 3. The Rawson Canal and irrigation retention ponds reside in the area under consideration for change. I doubt a new developer would help protect its residents by building a fence around an existing neighbors' 1.5 acre retention pond outside of its development. This is creating a big risk for litigation and expenses to the neighborhood that is already there. Until the City and/or County demonstrates its commitment to keep existing communities safe with necessary infrastructure upgrades, there should be no change to existing zoning plans. Respectfully, Tremayne Arnold 4092 S. Nickel Creek PI. Meridian, ID 208-921-4762 From: Mandy To: Brian McClure Subject: proposed changes to my neighborhood Date: Monday, July 22, 2019 10:24:54 PM Dear Sir; I have reviewed the proposed changes to the Meridian development plans. We currently live on South Nickel Creek Place off Amity and have a 1 acre lot. One of the main reasons we purchased this property 2.5 years ago was due to the quiet and removed placement. Daily traffic on Amity and Tem Mile are continuing to get worse and with the continued growth expected I can't see it getting better anytime soon. I realize that the area is growing at an astronomical rate, but the current area is not equipped to accomodate the increasng traffic and I fear that by changing the current plan of using the area of my neighborhood for low density housing to medium density housing it will only aggrevate the problem further. I have young children who are riding the bus from Amity and also teenagers driving to and from home to school and other activities and I fear that with this change to Meridian Plans it will degrade the area we are living in as well as make it less of a desireable area to live and raise our children in. As a result, I am asking you to leave the plans for development in our area the way they have been set up for low density housing. Thank you for your time and attention to the future development of Meridian to most represent the desires of Meridian citizens! Sincerely, Mandy and Jeff Safley From: Kristin H. To: Brian McClure Cc: Caleb Hood; Cameron Arial Subject: Proposed Zoning Changes to the Val Vista Subdivision Date: Friday, August 2, 2019 3:49:39 PM I'm writing to voice my family's concern over the proposed zoning changes for the Val Vista Subdivision. My understanding is that it is currently zoned for 3 homes per acre, and that if this new proposal goes through it will increase to 8 homes per acre. My family and I are opposed the growth taking place in southwest Meridian, and would hate to see our immediate area taken over by denser housing. We bought our house because we liked the rural setting - home per 5 acres in Val Vista, while at the same time appreciating the close proximity to the freeway. By changing the zoning in and around our neighborhood, we fear this rural lifestyle will be compromised. We also hate to see all of the farmland around us being developed. When we moved to Meridian in the spring of 2018, one of the things that attracted us to this area was the presence of farmland and rural areas. If Meridian is allowed to continue to sprawl, this will be lost. We'd much rather see areas within the City developed, so that the rural areas on the outskirts of town can remain rural. Thank you, Kristin Holden From: David Yorgason To: Brian McClure Cc: Caleb Hood; Cameron Arial; Dave Yorgason Subject: Re: Meridian Comprehensive Plan - Public Draft Date: Tuesday, July 30, 2019 5:18:35 PM Brian, I reviewed the comp plan website and the will continue to review the details of the comp plan. Based on my review, and discussions I've had with a few committee members, I have 2 comments for you. First, regarding future land uses or densities for specific parcels, I think it is really important for the city to listen more to an actual land owner and their desired or requested density. I know that the city has talked about taking away step-up in densities and so it is really important to get the future density right in the new comp plan. Also, during this process I am concerned that some will want to tell another landowner what they can or cannot do with their land and I really struggle with that. Second, I appreciate and respect the process the city has followed to get to this point with the new comp plan. The city has done a great job trying to blend and transition densities throughout the city. I hope they city continues to strike the proper balance of future land uses and densities as they also listen to concerns and not allow small, anti -business groups to try to impose their interests. Lastly, keep reaching out to landowners that have not yet been annexed but probably will within the next 5-10 years. Would you like me to see if these comments can be incorporated into a letter on BCA Letterhead and send this to you? Thanks again, Dave Yorgason On Jul 2, 2019, at 4:03 PM, Brian McClure <bmcclurenmeridiancity.org> wrote: Hi Dave — that's a good question. I'll ask the consultants to post that information on the website. We're taking comments for this phase through August 5th. We'll do another round as part of the formal public hearing later this year. Brian McClure bmcclure(@meridiancit)l.org From: David Yorgason [mailto:dyorgason6(@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, July 2, 2019 3:54 PM To: Brian McClure <bmcclurePmeridiancity.org> Cc: Caleb Hood <chood(@meridiancit)t.org>; Cameron Arial <carial(@meridiancity.org> Subject: Re: Meridian Comprehensive Plan - Public Draft Brian, Thanks for letting us know. Is there a deadline when you want any comments submitted to the City? Dave On Jul 2, 2019, at 2:46 PM, Brian McClure <bmcclure&meridiancity.org> wrote: El Since you all have participated in focus groups, interviews, or other efforts in support of updating Meridian's Comprehensive Plan, I wanted you to be aware that the first Public Draft is now available on the project website. Meridian staff would appreciate your continued support by reviewing this new material. https://www.meridiancompplan.com/ Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks! Brian McClure, ASLA, AICP, LEED BD+C I Comprehensive Associate Planner City of Meridian I Community Development Department Phone: 208.884.5533 bmcclure(@meridiancity.org <image001.jpg> Get Involved in the New Comprehensive Plan www.meridiancity.org/compplan All e-mail messages sent to or received by City of Meridian e-mail accounts are subject to the Idaho law, in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request unless exempt from disclosure by law. From: gclamunyon To: Brian McClure Subject: Request for Density Change Date: Friday, August 9, 2019 1:00:17 PM Attachments: Density Reouest to Plan & Zone.pdf Hi Brian 1 am Cheryl LaMunyon and we live in the Black Cat Estates subdivision off of Black Cat and McMillan. Our realtor Howard Hogan spoke with you last week about us trying to change the density of our subdivision from low to medium. We put a letter together with the help of Howard. A few of the neighbors as well as my husband were able to sign one. I have attached the signed letters to this email. Howard mentioned that you had talked and you might be able to take them to the City Council meeting and present our request. We would like to try to have it changed prior to them approving the new Comprehensive plan. Anything you can help us with would be greatly appreciated. Please let me know if you have any questions or if you need anything else from us. Thanking you in advance Cheryl LaMunyon PLEASE BE KIND ENOUGH TO REMOVE ALL E-MAIL ADDRESSES WHEN FORWARDING AN E-MAIL TO OTHERS. *USE BCC: WHEN ADDRESSING E-MAIL THIS HIDES ALL E-MAIL ADDRESSES AND KEEPS THEM FROM SPREADING TO SPAMMERS From: Karon Beaman To: Brian McClure Cc: Caleb Hood Subject: Val Vista Subdivision potential re -zoning Date: Friday, August 2, 2019 3:31:31 PM Windows 10 I want to express my dismay at learning about this potential re -zoning. I purchased my home in this subdivision because it was a country property near the interstate. This neighborhood is filled with horses and goats and other farm animals. Eight houses to an acre doesn't belong in this rural neighborhood and would greatly affect our quality of life. In speaking with many of my neighbors we agree that we live on this delightful street because you have country living yet close to the interstate and commercial services. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. Karon Beaman