Public Comments - CC 2-28-12February 27, 2012
To: Meridian Planning Department
From: Rich & Sue Altemier
2862 N (old Stone Way
Meridian, ID 83 646
Re: Mr. Lee White
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acknowledged for his helpinghand and friendliness, he is definitely the welcoming committee for
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There is nothing unsightly and his property is Dept up beautifully. I can't understand why anyone
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or eveng iving or loaning them to someone who needs something.
Please 1 let Mr. White continue doing what he does he is a dying breed and we need more people
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Meridian, ID 83642
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N. Tien Mile Road ~ Meridian ID 83646 ~ 515.339.4577
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Re: AP 12-001 Mr. Lee White -- accessory use permit
To Whom It May Concern;
It has been brought to our attention that Mr. Lee White (our neighbor) was formally notified that he
la items for sale aloe the front of his fence facing the driveway/alley. We wanted
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to make mention of how we know him and what are thoughts are regarding the situation.
We moved into the home direct) to the East of Mr. Lee White in March 2011. It didn't take long for Mr.
to extend us a gracious warm welcome to.the neighborhood. Over the past year we have
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enjoyed getting to know him. He is a pleasant and kind man who enjoys helping others.
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A good example of his character was this past spring. We were attempting to till up ground for a
garden. From rom across the wayMr. White was watching and took notice that I was having trouble
filer to work the round effectively. He came right over to see if I needed any help. We
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both agreed the tiller I was usingwas simply not powerful enough to effectively work the ground. So
he went andg of his tiller and used it on my garden for a couple rows to show me what a more
powerful tiller could do. Because I had already spent the money on renting a tiller, Mr. Lee offered to
let me use job. e his to finish the He is always willing to lend a helping hand whenever we need
something.
Mr. White can
often be found working in his, garage on a variety of projects. He enjoys refurbishing
things he rescues from salvage. Generally, he displays these fixed up items in front of his fence facing
thedriveway/alley. drivewa /aIle . Common examples you would find are a child's bicycle, garden tools, or even
firewood. He offers these items at a fair and reasonable prince.
It is unfortunate that someone found this practice unacceptable and filed a complaint with the city. He.
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II keeps this south fence line area neat and orderly. It has never appeared junky or trashy.
Based on his track record we have no problems with him refurbishing, displaying and ultimately selling
these items like he has done in the past.
We hope will strongly consider his appeal and grant him the opportunity to continue doing his
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To: Meridian City Council
From: Christine Ballantyne
RE: Lee White
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This letter is in support of the continuation of Lee White's repair/handyman service. He
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su lies a valuable service to Meridian residents by repairing, renewing and recycling
household items. He has done this for years and has a loyal following. If he did not
supply this service man items that can enjoy a new life would be trashed and deposited
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into our already full landfills.
Mr. White's workshop sits off the main road and is not prominently visible from 10 Mile
Road. His shop is not an eyesore and is contained in and around --his garage.
Additionally, he shares an access with Walgreens which generates vast volumes of traffic
at the same point as Mr. Whites service. Compared to Mr. Whites few neighbor visits
per day and Walgreens thousands; his impact is negligible.
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10 Mile Road is a major arterial road for traffic in Meridian. Business is conducted all
along 10 Mile Road. As the city grows business v'olume will increase as well. To deny
Mr. White his service while next door to him sits a high volume retail business makes no
sense.
Closing Mr. White's service will eliminate his services completely to the community.
As you are aware, Mr. White is a senior citizen. I am certain he will not relocate his
service to another location if you shut his doors. Your actions regarding this zoning
could destroy a service that many Meridian citizens take advantage of and eliminate Mr.
White's hobby of repair work.
Please allow Mr. White to continue his hobby/services to the Meridian community.
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Chet'stiff" Ballanty e
Ballantyne.chris,a.- mail.com
208 841-7093
February 24, 2012
TO: City of Meridian
From Jeff & Clare Chapple
3017 W Bonner
Meridian,, Idaho 83646
Subject: Mr. Lee White
1750 N Ten Mile Road
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officially noted that we can find no reason that he should be denied this right. He is displaying
the items on his own private property st an alley,onIey, not even a public roadway.
We live reasonably close* to Mr. WNte and therefore drive past his home (in both directions)
multiple times each day. Vlje find nothing objectionable, -unsightly, or hazardous about the
display, or the manner in which someone would stop at the location to inquu'e about an item.
There is no interference of public streets or sidewalks. Therefore creates no safety issue.
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It is quite common to drive down many streets within the city and find ongoing advertising for
items,, for sale,, out of the home ie. weight less products, scicntsy dealers, lawn clean-up and
hauling, and handy man services to name just. a few. Do you 'dy believe these are all city
licensed businesses`? Would these not also fall under the category of a continuous yard sale?
What about those who set appliances outside in front of there garage with a FOR SALE sign
on then for months on end until they are sold?
Speaking to that issue. We are ftequent Warage sabers ourselves. Let us bring to your attention.
that with a little investigating... You - will find there are several location m- Meridian where the
same people have an ongoing . g garage sale every w-- eek (from siring to -fall).
In conclusion,, as we have .stated, we find no reason the city should object to, or refuse,
permission for Mr. White to continue with his hobby of displaying, and maybe selling, his own
personal property. Vie also believe the city has a duty to protect the -rights of it's citizens to
pursue hobbies which cause no harm to society and has an obligation to the wise use of it's
time and resources to benefit the citizens rather than -finding -nitpicking ways to intrude into
those harmless activities
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COUNCIL'S ]IDEAS FOR A CONCLUSION
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MY IDEAS FOR A CONCLUSION
-1-KEEP IN MIND THIS SPACE IS 6 FT. X 30 FT.
2- DISPLAY LIMITED ITEMS MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY ---- I DON'T SHOW
AND SELL ON SUNDAY. COULD ALTERNATE THREE DAYS ON AND FOUR DAYS ON.
3 -DISPLAY PERMIT THAT THIS IS A RECYCLING PROJECT AND NOT A YARD SALE
4- MOVE WHOLE OPERATION EASTERLY DIRECTION AND INSTALL SIGN WHICH
STATES RECYCLED ITEMS FOR: SALE AT CENTER OF SOUTH RAIL FENCE.
5- POSSIBLY PUT UP A PARKING SIGN WITH AN ARROW POINTING TO THE
EAST WHERE DISPLAY WILL BE. THIS WILL ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO NOT BLOCK
WALLGREENS ENTRANCE / EMT. THIS HAS AT TIDES BEEN A CONCERN OF MINE. I
JUST DON'T WANT TO INTERFERE WITH THE TRAFFIC FLOW, YET I WANT TO GIVE EACH
PERSON THE ATTENTION THEY DESERVE.
MAY I STATE ONCE MORE THAT PERMIS SION HAS BEEN GRANTED FOR ME TO
USE THE STRIP OF GROUND THAT I HAVE BEEN USING
IT'S UP TO THE COUNCIL WHICH WAY WE GO. I'VE DONE MY PART TO
MAKE MY CASE (SALE) NOW, I'M READY FOR THE CLOSE . TAKE THE PERMIT AND GO
HOME. THANK YOU.