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Dozens of Lynchburg residents call to restrict abortion clinic locations; opponents cite access and safety
Summary
Recorded voice comments to the Lynchburg City Council show a heavy outpouring of support for zoning limits on abortion clinics — callers repeatedly asked that clinics follow ordinary business permitting and be kept away from schools, churches and residential areas — while some local residents warned the change could limit access and pose safety concerns.
Dozens of recorded calls to Lynchburg City Council ahead of a Feb. 12 public hearing reflect broad public engagement on a proposed zoning change (Ordinance O‑26) that would regulate where abortion clinics may operate within the city.
A continuous stream of callers said the amendment would preserve neighborhood character and reduce protests and police responses near sensitive sites. ‘‘It will keep protests from being in our city,’’ said Susan Stoll in a…
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