There was an opportunity for nearby residents to offer opinions during the process. Get a copy of the Hearing Examiners decision. From the article, the council made a just and fair decision. When people move into an area, most don't want change. However, these new businesses will allow closer and quicker access to products and services. Allowing loud voices and biased opinions to override law and due process harms democracy. Conversely, if anyone can discover flaws or shortcuts in the process, then challenge the decision in court.
Note that NIMBYs will always dominate public responses to new construction. That does not mean they represent the majority of residents that will be served by the project. The Goto arguments against any project are traffic and environmental. However, these studies are done well in advance of the approval process and part of the Hearing Examiners decision process. To make a challenge work, you have to submit substantial evidence the studies are wrong.
Please explain the inappropriate content below.
