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650-acre development proposed west of Empire could trigger annexation, neighbors told
Summary
A consultant presented a proposed 650-acre development west of Empire that could require annexation and would surround three local schools; residents and MAC members raised concerns about potential crime increases, school upgrades and traffic impacts. The item was informational; no action was taken.
A representative from Horizon Consulting Services outlined a proposed 650-acre development west of Empire during the Empire Municipal Advisory Council’s Nov. 26 meeting, saying the project could require annexation of part of the community.
Dennis Wilson of Horizon Consulting Services presented an overview of the proposal and noted that the site would surround Glick Middle School, Alice Stroud Elementary and Johansen High School. Meeting participants raised concerns about a possible increase in crime linked to the development, the absence of firm plans for upgrades to the affected schools, and whether the existing traffic network could accommodate additional vehicles.
Council members and community attendees pressed for more detail on school mitigation and traffic improvements but the item was listed as information only. No motion or vote was taken on the development at the meeting.
The council did not set a timetable for follow-up; the item remains an information item for future discussion or formal review by county land-use authorities.
