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Brookridge Community Buffer and Traffic Concerns

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Opposed (6)Concerned (9)

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Public comments
15
Last 30 days
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Last discussed Apr 14, 2026.

Public comments (15)

ConcernedBarbara FrizaloneApr 14, 2026

Asked about grant timelines for Hunter's Lake and suggested using bulldozers instead of dredging during the current drought.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:01:11 →
OpposedGladys MooreApr 14, 2026

Spoke on behalf of Brookridge residents demanding a solid block wall instead of vegetation to buffer against the Alliance at the Grove development.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:01:17 →
OpposedGerald CraftApr 14, 2026

Criticized the board for ignoring Brookridge residents' concerns regarding the commercial development and traffic hazards.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:03:55 →
OpposedRose KnightApr 14, 2026

Highlighted noise, lighting, and security concerns from the commercial development backing up to Brookridge and requested a protective wall.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:06:11 →
OpposedJerri-Ann CraftApr 14, 2026

Stated that a 20-foot buffer and trees are inadequate to protect Brookridge residents from commercial noise and traffic.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:08:49 →
ConcernedLisa OsterlohApr 14, 2026

Raised concerns about nighttime noise, lights, and lack of security due to the nearby commercial development.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:11:55 →
ConcernedKathy GalvinApr 14, 2026

Discussed severe traffic bottlenecking and dangerous exit conditions exiting the Brookridge community near the new shopping center.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:13:22 →
ConcernedKaren CotteyApr 14, 2026

Shared a personal family story about a break-in where a wall eventually solved safety issues, requesting a wall for Brookridge.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:16:32 →
ConcernedUnidentified ResidentApr 14, 2026

Briefly reiterated the need for a solid wall for elder safety at Brookridge.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 2:10:00 →
ConcernedSonia PlanasApr 14, 2026

Requested a traffic safety engineering study for a pedestrian signal and crossing at Veterans Memorial Park on Spring Hill Drive.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:18:47 →
OpposedChrissy HaleApr 14, 2026

Reiterated the urgent need for a wall and traffic improvements around Brookridge due to commercial development.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:25:26 →
ConcernedJeffrey WilsonApr 14, 2026

Complained about heavy traffic congestion near a relocated Burger King on Commercial Way and drainage/grass issues at his Applegate Drive home.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:27:23 →
OpposedIvo BaudryApr 14, 2026

Stated that a 5-foot cyclone fence is inadequate against commercial delivery traffic and requested a permanent wall.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:30:59 →
ConcernedDennis MathenyApr 14, 2026

Expressed agreement with previous Brookridge speakers regarding walls and traffic.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:35:41 →
ConcernedRobin NapierApr 14, 2026

Expressed hurt over a commissioner's prior sarcastic remarks about seniors and urged commissioners to work together with Brookridge residents.

Board of County Commissioners — April 14, 2026 · 1:36:03 →