During a recent government meeting, community representatives voiced significant concerns regarding a proposed development project near Parkside Towns multifamily townhomes. Susan Baskin, a resident, highlighted the potential negative impacts on the quality of life for local residents, particularly due to noise pollution from forklifts, trailers, and generators associated with the development. She pointed out that one townhouse would be less than 100 feet from the loading dock, raising worries about direct exposure to noise and visual disturbances.

Baskin also expressed concerns about increased traffic from larger delivery trucks and the potential for bright industrial lighting to intrude on the residential area. To address these issues, she proposed the construction of a 12-foot brick masonry wall to serve as a noise and visual barrier, arguing that the existing six-foot tubular metal fencing was inadequate.

Alan Baskin, representing the general partner of the owner of Parkside Towns, echoed these sentiments, describing the proposed building as industrial and inappropriate for a residential neighborhood. He emphasized the need for careful consideration of the community's well-being in the planning process.

The discussions underscored a growing tension between development needs and community preservation, as residents urged the commission to find a balanced solution that accommodates both the new project and the existing neighborhood.