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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-03-16 Valerie Dildine Charlene Way From:Valerie Dildine <valeriedildine@gmail.com> Sent:Tuesday, March 16, 2021 9:46 AM To:City Clerk; Chris Johnson Subject:The Oasis CUP H-2021-004 Attachments:Oasis Letter.pdf External Sender - Please use caution with links or attachments. Please reply when received. Thank you! March 16, 2021 City of Meridian Planning and Zoning Commission 33 E. Broadway Ave Meridian, Idaho 83642 Greetings, I am writing to state my strong opposition to The Oasis CUP H-2021-004, at the Corner of Eagle Rd and Ustick which would allow The Oasis Night Club to operate. Nearly all the residents of the surrounding neighborhoods strongly oppose this CUP change owing to the traffic and safety concerns, likely increase of police presence, and parking shortages based on capacity. I am in support of new businesses coming to our area, although this is the wrong location for a nightclub. The Oasis Night Club would bring a potential of 500 individuals and their vehicles to an already overwhelmed intersection that will disproportionately surge during evening rush hours, causing severe traffic issues during critical times for the existing neighborhoods including Summerfield, Champion Park, Verado, Centrepoint Square, The Brickyard and Jackson Square. There have been fatal accidents at this intersection due to traffic. Between 2014-2018 the intersection sustained 190 crashes and 49 injuries. If allowed, this CUP will increase the accident fatalities in this area. An estimated 5,000 school-aged children live in the surrounding area, and increasing the traffic hazard for these children is not only reckless, but it shows a complete disregard for our city’s mission. According to several studies, including the 2013 study from the District of Columbia Crime Policy Institute (DCPI) alcohol-related crimes increase by 25% when in close proximity to bars or nightclubs. The percentage of crimes increases dramatically after 9 p.m. when The Oasis will have peak hours. Finally, The Oasis boasts a 500-person capacity with less than one-fourth of the parking needed for patrons. The nearby neighborhoods will be forced to have overflow parking from club-goers at all hours. The community is ill-equipped to support this business; ultimately the business and community will suffer. Sincerely, Valerie Dildine valeriedildine@gmail.com Valerie Dildine Realty One Centre of Boise 208.409.2646 Valerie.Buyboise.Net 1 March 15, 2021 City of Meridian Planning and Zoning Commission 33 E. Broadway Ave Meridian, Idaho 83642 Greetings, I am writing to state my strong opposition to The Oasis CUP H-2021-004, at the Corner of Eagle Rd and Ustick which would allow The Oasis Night Club to operate. Nearly all the residents of the surrounding neighborhoods strongly oppose this CUP change owing to the traffic and safety concerns, likely increase of police presence, and parking shortages based on capacity. I am in support of new businesses coming to our area, although this is the wrong location for a nightclub. The Oasis Night Club would bring a potential of 500 individuals and their vehicles to an already overwhelmed intersection that will disproportionately surge during evening rush hours, causing severe traffic issues during critical times for the existing neighborhoods including Summerfield, Champion Park, Verado, Centrepoint Square, The Brickyard and Jackson Square. There have been fatal accidents at this intersection due to traffic. Between 2014-2018 the intersection sustained 190 crashes and 49 injuries. If allowed, this CUP will increase the accident fatalities in this area.An estimated 5,000 school-aged children live in the surrounding area, and increasing the traffic hazard for these children is not only reckless, but it shows a complete disregard for our city's mission. According to several studies, including the 2013 study from the District of Columbia Crime Policy Institute (DCPI) alcohol-related crimes increase by 25% when in close proximity to bars or nightclubs. The percentage of crimes increases dramatically after 9 p.m. when The Oasis will have peak hours. Finally, The Oasis boasts a 500-person capacity with less than one-fourth of the parking needed for patrons. The nearby neighborhoods will be forced to have overflow parking from club-goers at all hours. The community is ill-equipped to support this business; ultimately the business and community will suffer. Sincerely, Valerie Dildine valeriedildine&gmail.com