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From:Nick Davis <nickalus.davis@gmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:04 PM
To:City Clerk
Cc:Robert Simison; Liz Strader; Joe Borton; Brad Hoaglun; Treg Bernt; Jessica Perreault;
Luke Cavener
Subject:Oasis Nightclub
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Dear city officials,
We are very concerned about the proposed Oasis Nightclub to be built on the southwest corner of Eagle and Ustick. First, Eagle Rd is
the busiest road in the state of Idaho, and the last thing we need is drunk drivers on this road. From 2014 to 2018, Eagle and Ustick
intersection was the 2nd most frequent intersection crash site in the city of Meridian (190 crashes, 42 injuries), with the 1st most
frequent intersection crash site being Eagle and Fairview, less than one mile away from the proposed nightclub location. (277 crashes,
59 injuries). The population has increased significantly since this data was taken, causing more traffic and potential danger at these
intersections. Nightclubs increase traffic in an already overcrowded area, causing congestion and parking issues. Increased traffic will
result in reduced accessibility entering/exiting surrounding neighborhoods, increased risk of drunk driving, and greater risk of potentially
deadly accidents in this area.
Second, nightclubs negatively impact comfort, convenience, and safety. There are 3 elementary schools within a 1 mile radius of the
proposed nightclub site. Children will no longer be able to freely travel within our neighborhoods safely. In addition, due to the open bar
activities, crowds and taxis/Uber drivers clogging up the streets, emergency vehicles such as police and ambulance will have longer
time responding to emergency cases.
In addition, nightclubs bring noise, litter, vandalism, and crime, and decrease property value. Nightlife activity destroys the quality of life
and property values in the neighborhoods due to the excessive noise, loud drunk people, honking horns, and loud music. Additionally,
nightclubs are hotspots for violence. In the last few months, there have been multiple deaths occurring in the neighborhoods of
nightclubs in California, Texas, Florida, Washington, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Arizona. Nightclubs DO NOT BELONG in residential
areas, they belong downtown in industrial complexes closer to hotels and other nightlife. Its proposed location is a threat to our
community, and the people of Meridian deserve better than this. As city officials, you have been appointed to be a voice for the people
of Meridian. Please do your city residents justice and consider the negative implications of the Oasis Nightclub being placed in a
residential area. We request that the city deny the application and any subsequent requested reviews.
Thank you,
Nick Davis
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Chris Johnson
From:Liz Strader
Sent:Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:44 PM
To:Nick Davis; Chris Johnson
Subject:Re: Oasis Nightclub
Mr. Davis,
Thank you so much for reaching out to me as many in our community are doing, I truly appreciate receiving
your opinion on this matter!
I believe legally, I cannot comment further to ensure I can vote on this in case it is appealed out of Planning
and Zoning to the City Council... our land use matters are handled totally on the record. I see you have
already CC'd the clerk, so thank you!
Have a great day,
Liz
Liz Strader | City Councilwoman
City of Meridian | City Council Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: | 208-546-9501
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From: Nick Davis <nickalus.davis@gmail.com>
Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:03:42 PM
To: City Clerk
Cc: Robert Simison; Liz Strader; Joe Borton; Brad Hoaglun; Treg Bernt; Jessica Perreault; Luke Cavener
Subject: Oasis Nightclub
External Sender - Please use caution with links or attachments.
Dear city officials,
We are very concerned about the proposed Oasis Nightclub to be built on the southwest corner of Eagle and Ustick. First, Eagle Rd is
the busiest road in the state of Idaho, and the last thing we need is drunk drivers on this road. From 2014 to 2018, Eagle and Ustick
intersection was the 2nd most frequent intersection crash site in the city of Meridian (190 crashes, 42 injuries), with the 1st most
frequent intersection crash site being Eagle and Fairview, less than one mile away from the proposed nightclub location. (277 crashes,
59 injuries). The population has increased significantly since this data was taken, causing more traffic and potential danger at these
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intersections. Nightclubs increase traffic in an already overcrowded area, causing congestion and parking issues. Increased traffic will
result in reduced accessibility entering/exiting surrounding neighborhoods, increased risk of drunk driving, and greater risk of potentially
deadly accidents in this area.
Second, nightclubs negatively impact comfort, convenience, and safety. There are 3 elementary schools within a 1 mile radius of the
proposed nightclub site. Children will no longer be able to freely travel within our neighborhoods safely. In addition, due to the open bar
activities, crowds and taxis/Uber drivers clogging up the streets, emergency vehicles such as police and ambulance will have longer
time responding to emergency cases.
In addition, nightclubs bring noise, litter, vandalism, and crime, and decrease property value. Nightlife activity destroys the quality of life
and property values in the neighborhoods due to the excessive noise, loud drunk people, honking horns, and loud music. Additionally,
nightclubs are hotspots for violence. In the last few months, there have been multiple deaths occurring in the neighborhoods of
nightclubs in California, Texas, Florida, Washington, Georgia, Pennsylvania, and Arizona. Nightclubs DO NOT BELONG in residential
areas, they belong downtown in industrial complexes closer to hotels and other nightlife. Its proposed location is a threat to our
community, and the people of Meridian deserve better than this. As city officials, you have been appointed to be a voice for the people
of Meridian. Please do your city residents justice and consider the negative implications of the Oasis Nightclub being placed in a
residential area. We request that the city deny the application and any subsequent requested reviews.
Thank you,
Nick Davis
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