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April ~8, 2005 (Regular Meeting) Page 141 police, medical and fire response times due to heavy traffic in the area. She also pointed out that Highway 73 is the major evacuation route in the event of a nuclear chemical accident. In summary, she explained the importance of emergency response times in providing medical care. James E. Scarbrough, Attorney with Ferguson, Scarbrough and Hayes P.A., and representing the property owner Shiloh Farms, submitted a written statement that addressed the following: due process hearing; ex parte communications i and findings of fact. He stated the petitioner is entitled to a due process hearing and asked the Board to make findings of fact if the application is rejected. Mary Ann Livingston of Bradford Road reported her property is next door to the proposed Wellington Chase subdivision and that her family has lived on the property since the 1700's. She commented on the traffic problems on Bradford Road and questioned whether the homes in Moss Creek or Wellington Chase would last as long as her home has lasted. Karen Daugherty of the Odell Community asked the Board to vote "no" on the Wellington Chase subdivision. She commented on the traffic problems in the Odell Community and stated that Cabarrus County should not become a bedroom community. Paul Wellington approvals complained Penney of Hunters Trace Drive asked the Board to deny the Chase appeal. He stated the cumulative effect of past subdivision on traffic has not been taken into consideration. He also of overcrowded schools. Steve Myers of Odell School Road Wellington Chase appeal and to defend landowner. He stated the Board should not and emotions but approve the subdivision currently in place. asked the Board to approve the his constitutional rights as a make a decision based on opinions based on the ordinances and laws Charles Hogan subdivision and to complained of school of Kingsview Drive was opposed to the Wellington being annexed by the City of Kannapolis. He overcrowding and traffic congestion. Chase also Tom Doran of Kingsview Drive was opposed to additional development in the Odell area until the infrastructure could be put into place. He also expressed displeasure with the current road conditions and stated installation of the proposed turn lanes did not address problems on the remaining portion of Highway 73. Mr. Doran also objected to future annexation into the City of Kannapolis and complained about the Kannapolis Police Department and the educational system. Peggy Austin of Sheridan Drive complained of the traffic conditions on Highway 73. She stated the County should be careful with regard to growth and density issues and commented about the potential for future slums. She also stated she did not want to be annexed into the City of Kannapolis. Elizabeth Johnson, resident of the Odell Community, stated she was opposed to additional development in the Odell community for the following reasons: overburdening the volunteer fire department; increased traffic flow and air pollution; overcrowded schools; creation of aesthetically displeasing landscapes; loss of ecosystems and wildlife habitat; infringement upon agricultural land; and an overall reduction of the quality of life. Jennifer Cole of Odell School Road stated she was opposed to the Wellington Chase subdivision due to severe traffic congestion and school overcrowding. Ms. Cole, a Registered Nurse, commented on providing medical assistance at a recent traffic accident on Highway 73 that also required her to direct traffic. Further, she expressed concern about excessive speeding on Highway 73. Jamie Craven of Odell School Road stated she was against the Wellington Chase subdivision due to school overcrowding. She complained about school busing, including continued changes in the bus routes and her child's bus ride of over 45 minutes from Odell Elementary to her home. There was no one else to address the Board, and Chairman Carpenter closed that portion of the meeting at 8:57 p.m. (E) OLD BUSINESS