E.   PUBLIC SPEAKS OUT (one hour time limit)

Mr. Nick Lavalle, president of the Wellington Park Homeowners’ Association, thinks the Crossroads and Piney Plains issue should have been brought up for vote tonight. He stated the developer didn’t consider the residents at all with the request to delay. The residents will now be inconvenienced to have to attend more meetings due to this delay. He requested settlement of this issue. They are not opposed to development, but they are opposed to development beyond the scope of the current zoning. He doesn’t think high density is compatible with the area.

Ms. Ruth Merkle is disappointed by the delay of the Crossroads and Piney Plains issue. She complimented Mayor Pro Tem Smith on his representation. She stated they were not allowed to speak at the Planning and Zoning Board meeting about the rezoning; however, the staff allowed the residents to speak about the activity center concept plan. After this, she learned from a board member that the board may have denied the rezoning if they had heard the citizen comments before their vote. She believes the land should be developed as it is presently zoned.

Mr. Brent Miller spoke in opposition of the requirement to remove the Carpenter pole sign. He also voiced his opposition to the Town’s traffic information signs.

Mr. John Barbara thanked the council for the changes they’re considering to the rezoning process later on the agenda. He stated this will allow the council and not staff to make the political decisions.

Mr. Mark Piper spoke about the Piney Plains activity center concept plan. He asked the council to consider whether the plan is for the betterment of Cary. He does not think that it is. He is concerned with the flooding, which is already a serious issue. He suggested to allow experts to addess this situation before any development occurs.

Ms. Jill Bryant stated the Piney Plains land should remain as it is presently zoned. She welcomes a plan that conforms to the current zoning.

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