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Neighbors raise safety and environmental concerns over proposed Love's truck stop
Summary
Residents urged the council to address traffic, erosion controls and truck routes near a proposed Love's truck stop, saying work began without required silt fences and heavy trucks are using restricted roads.
Residents spoke during public comment to urge city action on construction and traffic near the proposed Love's truck stop near New Lenox Road and Oakview Avenue.
Diane Matter told the council traffic has increased since the nearby road reopened and said crews did not install a required silt fence before beginning excavation; she said the city intervened after she raised the issue. Matter also reported a truck knocked down internet cables that were later repaired and expressed concern about overweight semis using two‑ and five‑ton roads not designed for heavy hauling.
Matter asked for updates on plans for a cul‑de‑sac and a concrete barrier, how the city will enforce the 12‑ton limits, and who is responsible for monitoring construction compliance. She said construction dust and road damage are affecting residents’ quality of life and urged proactive enforcement rather than reactive measures.
Council members acknowledged the concerns and staff indicated they would follow up; no formal action was taken at the meeting.
