HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-03-16 Jim Dildine
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From:jimmydildine@gmail.com
Sent:Tuesday, March 16, 2021 11:17 AM
To:City Clerk
Subject:Oasis Night Club opposition
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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,
Jim Dildine
jimmydildine@gmail.com
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