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262 Mr. Bob Bradshaw, attorney for the petitioner, spoke in support of the rezoning request. He stated the proposed development conformed with the recommendations of the Western Area Plan with the location of a residential corridor on Weddington Road and a campus style employment area along Highway29. Mr. Bradshaw pointed out that the petitioner had'responded to requests of neighbors and had incorporated all staff recommendations from both the Planning Department and Department of Transportation. He stated the truck traffic would be oriented toward Highway 29 and in his opinion would not create a problem in the residential community. Mr. Larry W. Best of Land Design, Inc. reviewed the development plans as proposed by the petitioner. He stated in his opinion the area was suitable for the large scale campus style development due to the flatness of the land, good access, and availability of future utilities. Mr. Best also addressed the changes made by the petitioner and stated in his opinion the proposed development was compatible with the Western Area Plan. Mr. Richard Olsen, of 904 Coach House Lane and representing a group of area residents, spoke against the rezoning petition. He stated the proposed development did not satisfy the requirements of the Western Area Plan and presented his interpretation of various sections of the Plan. Mr. Olsen expressed concerns regarding traffic, the uncertainty of the Westside By-Pass, the negative impact on the surrounding residential area, and the availability of other industrial property in the county. In conclusion, he asked those present who objected to the petition to stand in opposition to the rezontng. A majority of the audience stood at that time. Mr. Steve Sabol of 5441 Weddington Road spoke against the rezoning. He cited concerns regarding truck traffic, including the types of cargo, noise pollution, and damage to roads. Mr. Sabol stated in his opinion homes would attract a greater tax base than light industry in the area. Ms. Marcia Konopa of 800 Lyerly Road opposed the rezoning and stated her agreement with Mr. OlsenVs statements. She further expressed concerns regarding school bus safety, lack of guarantees that the development plans will not change, and the impact on the style of living in the community. Ms. Donna Olsen of 904 Coach House Lane objected to industrial development in the area, stating it would lower the quality of life for residents in the community. Mr. Butch Cooper of 1520 Hansom Lane opposed the rezoning and cited concerns about ruining the rural flavor of the area. He also stated in his opinion that the industrial development would adversely affect residential values in the area. Mr. Michael Lillard of 1240 Fawn Ridge Road spoke against the rezoning petition and stated he agreed with Mr. Olsen's statements. Mr. Gary Thrailkill of 1271 Braeburn Road urged the Board to listen to the people in making a decision regarding the rezoning request. Mr. Jim Hoffman, Chairman of the Greater Cabarrus County Economic Development Board of Directors and Chairman of the Concord Planning and Zoning Commission, spoke in support of Petition 93-01. He stated in his opinion the proposed development meets the guidelines of the Western Area Plan. Mr. Hoffman further commented on the need for more jobs in the county and supported the proposed industrial development. Mr. Frank Secan of 1386 Braeburn Road opposed the rezoning request and stated his support for residential development in the area. Mr. Buck Wicklund of 1290 Braeburn Road opposed the rezon£ng and objected to the use of land for industrial development. He stated in his opinion there were other industrial sites in the county and the rezoning of this property would result in the loss of property values and the quality of life for 1700 families. Ms. Gail Dyke of 5961 Rathlin Lane objected to the rezoning and stated there were numerous other industrial sites in the county. She asked that the residential areas remain separate from industrial areas.