Community voices concerns over Magna Gray's Plaza Parkway development proposal
October 21, 2024 | Lexington, Davidson County, North Carolina
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The session began with a reference to an ordinance prepared by staff member Josh, emphasizing the importance of conditional zoning as a collaborative effort involving developers, city staff, and community members. However, Chris Kennedy, a representative from the Country Club neighborhood, expressed frustration over the perceived exclusion of local voices in the development discussions. He noted that the current site plan does not align with the city’s long-term vision for mixed-use development in the area and criticized the developer's approach of maximizing lot sales without considering community input.
Kennedy highlighted that residents had not received updated plans until just four days prior to the meeting, despite significant changes being made since June. He conveyed the sentiment of approximately 200 concerned neighbors present, stating that the process had not felt collaborative and that their concerns had largely gone unaddressed. He urged the board to recognize the importance of community input in shaping a development that reflects the needs and desires of local residents.
The discussion underscored a broader call for transparency and collaboration in urban planning, with Kennedy advocating for a more inclusive approach moving forward. He concluded by expressing hope that the board would facilitate a genuine dialogue with the community to achieve a development plan that serves the best interests of all stakeholders involved.
The meeting concluded with a commitment from board members to consider the community's feedback as they move forward with the planning process, emphasizing the need for ongoing collaboration to ensure a successful outcome for the Plaza Parkway development.
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