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Residents urge commission to block proposed gas station annexation, cite well and traffic risks
Summary
Multiple Lemont residents told the planning commission they oppose a recent annexation/rezoning for a proposed gas station/truck stop associated with Lenny's Gas & Wash, raising petitions, groundwater contamination risk to private wells, traffic and safety concerns and alleged political influence.
Dozens of residents addressed the commission during audience participation to oppose a proposed annexation and rezoning that would enable a large gas station/truck stop on parcels adjacent to the Pleasantdale neighborhood.
Several speakers said petitions opposing the project have collected thousands of signatures; one resident told the commission there are “3 petitions … garnering 2,830 total signatures” urging officials to stop potential construction. Commenters said the proposed site is adjacent to family homes and that vehicle and truck traffic,…
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