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Chris Johnson
From:David Hoffmann <davehoff1@gmail.com>
Sent:Tuesday, June 23, 2026 5:37 PM
To:Clerks Comment
Subject:Pollard West Project Density increase
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City Council Members,
My name is David Hoffmann and I am a resident of northwest Meridian. I am writing to express my strong opposition to
the proposed increase in density for the Pollard West development located west of the Fairbourne subdivision.
The proposed density increase is not compatible with the existing neighborhood and will create impacts that the current
infrastructure, schools, and road network cannot safely support.
With the increased density, Black Cat, Chinden, and the smaller neighborhood roads surrounding Fairbourne will be
operating beyond a safe capacity. Increasing density will worsen congestion and increase accident risk.
Child safety is one of my greatest concerns, especially along Waverton Road. The Fairbourne subdivision exists on both
sides of Waverton, and children must cross Waverton to reach the community clubhouse, pool, and park. This crossing is
already busy and often unsafe. Adding more homes and vehicles through a higher-density project will significantly
increase traffic volumes and turning movements, creating more conflict points and reducing visibility. This directly
endangers the many children who walk or bike across Waverton every day.
The West Ada School District is already struggling to keep pace with rapid growth. Additional high-density housing will
place more strain on schools that are near or over capacity. Without guaranteed, funded school expansions in place
before new density is approved, the burden will fall on current families, teachers, and taxpayers.
This area has limited entry and exit points. Increased congestion will slow response times for police, fire, and medical
services. This is not a hypothetical risk — it is a predictable outcome of funneling more vehicles into an already
constrained road network.
Beyond these immediate impacts, the cumulative effect of increased density will bring more noise, more air pollution,
more light pollution, and a decline in overall quality of life for existing residents. Once these changes are made, they
cannot be undone.
For these reasons, I respectfully ask the City Council to reject the proposed density increase and require a more
responsible, measured approach to development in this area. Specifically, I urge the Council to require:
• Infrastructure improvements to be completed before any additional density is approved
• Realistic school capacity planning tied to actual enrollment impacts
• Density transitions that protect the character, safety, and livability of existing neighborhoods
• Traffic-calming and child-safety measures along Waverton Road, given that children must cross it daily for
community amenities
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I also urge the Council to prioritize the needs of current Meridian residents — the families who already rely on our
schools, roads, parks, and public services. Growth should not come at the expense of safety, livability, or the long-term
stability of our community.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
David Hoffmann
Current Meridian Resident