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May 19, 1987 AREA PLAN COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING RE: A.P.C. #1079-87 As a result of information from the Area Planning Committion Office regarding a proposed ordinance and site development plan of Dr. Robert R. Allen to change zoning and request other variances, a number of Widener Lane residents have met and are responding with the following comments: Traffic problem on Widener Lane. Widener Lane has experienced quite an increase in traffic over the past few years. This street is not capable of handling its present traffic and with the addition of this new shopping center, it is felt traffic will increase. This is hazardous for the children living in the area as well as adults. One resident has experienced twelve auto accidents on her property alone. There was a suggestion that a request be made, closing Widener at Miami, making a Cul-de-sac with access on Fellows. Buffer area. Spell out exactly what is the 100' buffer area. Neighbor- hood is requesting that at least 30 feet of woods remain as well as appropriate fencing. It should be established, fencing will be appropriately maintained in an appealing manner. Residents request that a mound not be established as indicated in the plan. It is felt that a mound could create great problems for drainage as several of the homes have walk-out basements. Residents are upset with current problems which have arisen since McDonald's has opened. Heavy traffic in the area to closing time, then by 4:30 a.m. delivery trucks start arriving adding to the noise and pollution. McDonald's management has not been cooperative with Widener residents. The blight of the rear of the Broadmoor Shopping Center is of great concern. Residents would like to be assured they will not be faced with a similar situation. (Pictures are attached.) In this regard a suggestion was made to reposition the plan so that the stores would back up against China Garden and other retail outlets and leave most of the woods bordered by the parking lot. It was noted the rear of that plaza is also undesirable. Neighbors are also unhappy with recent changes in their living area due to the expansion of the Christian Center. Promises regarding fencing, landscaping, etc. have not been fulfilled. (Pictures of this are also attached. )