Proposed Gas Station

Expressed broad concern about the health and environmental risks of gas stations near neighborhoods and schools, suggesting a citywide pause on fuel infrastructure.

Speaking as Midtown Super Neighborhood president, asked the commission to deny the variance for 801 McGowan Street because it violates walkability rules and creates traffic hazards near transit.

Argued that the 801 McGowan Street variance lacks any physical hardship justification and threatens pedestrian safety near the light rail station.

Noted that community leaders who usually disagree were united in opposing the gas station variance, and asked the commission to wait for ongoing City Council ordinances on gas stations.

Stated that the proposed replat for 5204 Live Oak and Southmore ignores deed restrictions and the people of Riverside Terrace, violating residential use protections.

Stated residents deserve to be served by the council, not speculative developers, and demanded trust, clarity, and completion of safety measures.

Strongly opposed the gas station, stating it would make his home unsellable and expressed fear of carcinogens, crime, and noise pollution.

Raised awareness of the proposed gas station, stating that in the absence of zoning, historic neighborhoods are victims of developers playing loose with ordinances.

Opposed the gas station, citing studies on health risks to children and the inability of ambulances to reach homes due to congestion.

Opposed the gas station, citing studies on health risks to children and the inability of ambulances to reach homes due to congestion.

Raised awareness of the proposed gas station, stating that in the absence of zoning, historic neighborhoods are victims of developers playing loose with ordinances.

Stated residents deserve to be served by the council, not speculative developers, and demanded trust, clarity, and completion of safety measures.

Strongly opposed the gas station, stating it would make his home unsellable and expressed fear of carcinogens, crime, and noise pollution.

Spoke out against a proposed gas station in the third ward, similar to one previously opposed in the sixth ward, and urged support for minimum distance requirements.

Strongly opposed the gas station due to safety concerns, health risks, and potential harm to property values, urging the council to protect residents over developers.

Expressed concern about the proliferation of gas stations and businesses in black and brown communities, questioning permit issuance and the city's role.

Opposed the gas station in Riverside Terrace, detailing existing issues like "stop and rob" stores, halfway houses, and dilapidated apartments in the area.

Expressed concern about the proliferation of gas stations and businesses in black and brown communities, questioning permit issuance and the city's role.

Strongly opposed the gas station due to safety concerns, health risks, and potential harm to property values, urging the council to protect residents over developers.

As chairman of the National Black United Front, he opposed the proposed gas station near their organization and asked the council to stand with them against developers.

Spoke out against a proposed gas station in the third ward, similar to one previously opposed in the sixth ward, and urged support for minimum distance requirements.

Detailed existing issues in the Riverside Terrace area, including convenience stores, a halfway house, and a dilapidated apartment complex, arguing against a fourth 'stop and rob' store.

Stated opposition to a proposed gas station near her home in Third Ward, citing existing gas stations in the area.