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From:Jeromy Whelan <jeromy.whelan@gmail.com>
Sent:Wednesday, November 19, 2025 4:03 PM
To:Clerks Comment
Subject:Hillsdale century farm townhome
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To Whom It May Concern,
I am a resident of this neighborhood and a parent of children who attend Hillsdale
Elementary. I am writing to state my firm opposition to the proposed townhome
expansion in our South Meridian community.
Hillsdale Elementary is already operating beyond its intended capacity. According to
West Ada School District data, Hillsdale has been experiencing enrollment levels
that exceed what the campus and staff were designed to manage. Portable
classrooms, strained resources, and overcrowded common areas have become
normal. Adding more high-density housing will directly worsen these conditions
and further compromise the learning environment for our children.
Traffic surrounding Hillsdale is equally unsustainable. The morning and afternoon
congestion is already a safety hazard. The narrow roads, bottleneck points, and
constant gridlock create conditions that are unsafe for students walking or biking to
school and create delays for emergency vehicles. Introducing additional housing in
this zone—without any corresponding infrastructure expansion—would be
irresponsible and dangerous.
This proposal also contradicts Meridian’s own Comprehensive Plan, which
emphasizes:
Balanced and responsible growth
Adequate public infrastructure before new development
Protection of neighborhood character and quality of life
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Safe and efficient transportation flow
This project meets none of those standards.
Approving more high-density housing in an area that is already overbuilt would
significantly and permanently degrade the quality of life for current residents. It
communicates to citizens that the City of Meridian prioritizes short-term
development revenue over long-term community health, safety, and livability.
“Money over people” is not why families chose Meridian, and it should not become
the city’s guiding principle.
I strongly urge the City Council and Planning & Zoning Commission to reject this
proposal and reaffirm the city’s commitment to responsible, sustainable growth that
aligns with both resident needs and Meridian’s own planning policies.
Thank you for your time and consideration
Jeromy Whelan
669-214-8245
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