OPPOSITION TO PROPOSED ZONING CHANGE & MEGA WEDDING EVENT CENTER - Case number 20-0074Z
Comments
#1
We love living in McKinney with our three children since 2008. As an adjacent homeowner and corporate event planner, I understand the ins and outs of an event operation. As the Corporate Event Planner for Levi Strauss & Co. for the last 20 years, I know the impact that large format events can have on the immediate area it surrounds.This parcel has been for sale for nearly 20 years and the owner went on record with us saying he’s “just trying to get a piece of land sold.” I oppose the updated zoning request because it is putting a square peg in a round hole and not good for McKinney residents.
Mike Mecham (McKinney, 2020-10-23)
#4
This is an inappropriate use for this corner. It not only impacts the surrounding neighbors but also those of us who travel through this area.Move it somewhere else. Maybe Frisco where the Developer lives.
Sandy Hart (McKinney, 2020-10-23)
#6
1. The noise, traffic and lights will affect my homes2. The sale of alcohol so close to high school drivers and a busy intersection.
3. Sheer size of this place, plus palm trees?
Does not fit in our established neighborhood.
Marie Kunz (McKinney, 2020-10-23)
#7
This monstrosity will destroy the peace and look of our neighborhood. The developers want to put something in our neighborhood none of us will use and also does not fit here. Build your event center elsewhere and not in a neighborhood full of children!Christine DeCoudreaux (McKinney, 2020-10-23)
#8
I am signing this petition because I am very strongly opposed to the completely inappropriate and irresponsible installation of an event center being placed immediately against our neighborhood, especially when there are other lots in McKinney in commercial areas where it would not affect family residences.Katie Barber (McKinney, 2020-10-24)
#9
I’m opposed to changing long standing zoning which will hurt our communityChris Eklund (Mckinney, 2020-10-24)
#10
I am strongly opposed to this venue being built near a residential area. I am concerned that the increased traffic will interfere with traffic at the nearby Boyd High School.Doris Adamson (McKinney, 2020-10-24)
#11
I live within 200 feet of the proposed site.Jim Vesterby (McKinney, 2020-10-24)
#15
Suzanne WagstaffSuzanne Wagstaff (McKinney, 2020-10-24)
#16
I believe the erection of this facility will negatively impact the quality of life in the neighborhood as well as diminish the property values.Renee DeCoudreaux (McKinney, 2020-10-24)
#17
I am opposed to the re-zoning for this monstrosity event centerTareq Nasrallah (mckinney, 2020-10-24)
#18
This development would personally affect my family and our property. The noise and additional traffic are not welcome and I'm disheartened that a developer wants to build this type of building on this land. It does not fit with this corner and is unlikely to be successful without the support of hotel and other amenities nearby.Erika Bryant (Mckinney, 2020-10-24)
#19
The idea of the plot of land behind our home, my childhood home, being ravaged for an outdoor wedding venue seems really out of touch with its surroundings. A residential community that has enjoyed the peace and quiet of this area will now have to live behind a live venue that will be extremely loud &, frankly, overtly targeted to the wealthy if this passes. Think critically about what it means to put a wealthy private venue behind a working class neighborhood. It’s an affront to the community to introduce such an uncontrollable & unpredictable variable to day to day life, even if the venue’s intentions are innocuous.Daniel Litwin (McKinney, 2020-10-24)
#23
I live in the Villages of Lake Forest and will be adversely affected by this proposed construction. I find it incredibly hard to fathom why our city refuses to listen to those of us who live nearby.PATRICIA JOHNSON (MCKINNEY, 2020-10-25)
#25
I am against this being built.Melissa Cardenas (McKinney, 2020-10-25)
#26
We live very close to the proposed development. The increase of traffic and noise is not something we desire with three young children. I also do not think that a luxurious wedding venue will serve this community. There are better options for this land that could actually benefit us.Chris Carroll (McKinney, 2020-10-25)
#28
I moved away from one McKinney district to the Established Homestead District to get away from all the commercial construction. The city promised my new district would not have high traffic developments. What a slap in the face.Lonnie Langle (McKinney, 2020-10-25)
#29
I agree that this is extremely OFFENSIVE! That the residents of McKinney have to fight so hard with the City to maintain their quality of living is shameful!Tracy Jones (McKinney, 2020-10-25)
#30
Noise and traffic from this venue will disrupt the 5 surrounding neighborhoods (including Mallard Lakes at McKinney) and decrease property values of those surrounding neighborhoods. This location is the WRONG place for the type venue!Edith Fife (McKinney, 2020-10-25)
#31
The venue is too close to our neighborhood and will interfere with residents entering our neighborhood. Don't particularly care for the noise and alcohol consumption that would take place. Bad place to build this. They don't care though as long as they get their money.Jana Porter (Mckinney, 2020-10-25)
#33
I’m signing this because I do not want the extra noise and traffic. I moved to this area to avoid that.Erick Bruno (McKinney, 2020-10-25)
#37
I want to keep the peaceful atmosphere and nature- our reasons for moving here.Maggie Thiel (Mckinney, 2020-10-26)
#41
I am opposed to this developmentThomas Jason Wofford (McKinney, 2020-10-26)
#44
We moved from Plano to McKinney 23 years ago to get away from the exact type of commercial encroachment being proposed for our neighborhood. So far they city has acted responsibly the insure neighborhoods are adequately protected, but this proposed event center demonstrates a change of heart, direction and lack of caring for the neighborhoods and citizens calling McKinney home. It’s appalling the city hasn’t already dismissed this proposal on its face due to the impact it will have on the neighborhoods that surround it. We strongly disapprove of the event center. We strongly disapprove of city council members and P&Z members who support this project. If the city feels it must develop this piece of property all we ask is you come to your senses, keep the zoning as is and develop the property to the benefit of its neighbors and the future of McKinney.Rusty Jones (McKinney, 2020-10-26)
#45
An event center should not be in a residential area. Protect our homes.JoDell Holliday (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#46
This is not the right location for this venue. It needs to be in a commercial district not somewhere zone for small business.Heidi Mecham (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#47
Troy FieldsTroy Fields (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#48
I am signing because I think that we could use something better then an event center there.Mia Bella Mecham (Mckinney, 2020-10-27)
#49
I am a mckinney residentEmma Sappington (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#50
This project does not belong in our neighborhood! Too much traffic, noise, lights.Sharon Cromwell (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#51
My house backs up to Virginia and I don't need a huge event Center in my backyard. I would also affect the value of my house.Deborah Yim (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#52
We don’t need a venue at this intersection. It can barley handle the traffic as it isRandi Wiggins (Mckinney, 2020-10-27)
#54
It is too big and far too disruptive to the community. BadBryan Woods (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#57
I live in neighborhood. Too close to residential for such a place. There will be too much noise and traffic. Should keep what property is zoned forMarsha Mcknight (Mckinney, 2020-10-27)
#60
I’m signing because I do not think the proposed re-zoning is good for McKinney, particularly the surrounding neighborhoods. Uses for that property that are consistent with the current zoning would be more beneficial and less intrusive. I understand that the current property owner may not be able to monetize it as readily with the current zoning, but that was a known risk when they acquired the property.Tim Taylor (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#63
I am opposed to the rezoning.Sherry Jackson (Mckinney, 2020-10-27)
#65
We strongly believe that this MEGA event center will affect the quality of life AND the property values in this quiet McKinney subdivision.Anita Courville (Keller, 2020-10-27)
#68
Worst idea the city has ever had!Michael Griggs (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#69
I’m opposed!Amy Kerby (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#74
I am opposed to such a large event venue in a small neighborhood area. Please take this venue out where there is lots of open space.Nancy Scroggins (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#75
I’m signing because this change will negatively impact the neighborhoods surrounding the area.Amy Anders (McKinneu, 2020-10-27)
#76
This is an immoral action because of the permanent disturbance to our animals and our beautiful land, AND it is dangerous and disruptive to our community!Julie Krause (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#77
Because I live just down the street and don’t want the night time noise trash and drinking so close to my home. Makes no sense to place this here. There are no nearby hotels or restaurants close by. This is a residential area. Keep it that way!Mark Mackenzie (Mckinney, 2020-10-27)
#78
I live in stonebrooke and do not want traffic in my neighborhoodFrancisca lopez (Mckinney, 2020-10-27)
#79
As a homeowner in the Stone Brooke Crossing community with children, I oppose this. We have enough crazy drivers, and do not need to add more traffic in or around our community. We also do not want the noise or drunks that will come from this type of venue.Melissa Pennington (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#82
We are a quiet neighborhood. Many families have small children who are asleep early in the evening. Sound freely travels through our quiet streets. An event venue would disrupt the peace in our neighborhood, especially those of us with small children or who are otherwise early sleepers.Melissa Duce (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#83
I'm signing because this wedding event center is not the right business for this corner, directly adjacent to our neighborhood.David McGill (McKinney, 2020-10-27)
#86
I firmly oppose the rezoning and the construction of such a huge event center in a residential area.Mariángela Litwin (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#88
I'm signing because I have lived walking distance from this intersection for the past 22 years. An event center backing up to a residential neighborhood is ridiculous! Not to mention that it would be less than a 1/4 mile from a public High School where over 3000 minors attend. How will McKinney keep human trafficker's, pedophiles and others whom may hurt our kids away when the kids have to walk right by it. Our cross country teams run by it every day. If anything McKinney should consider using this corner for a Public Playground for little kids or even a Teen Center for High School kids after school.Brenda Watson (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#92
I live in the adjoining neighborhood and I'm vehemently opposed to an "entertainment venue" in this residential area.Suzanne Fuller (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#94
This event center makes absolutely no sense in this location. Why are we even having to argue that a large outdoor event center should not be within feet of where children sleep? I'm not opposed to development, but this does not belong here.Heather Cramer (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#98
Keep McKinney unique by nature. Building grounds on this property would be a great mistake. Please consider the cows, the beauty and the pretty hills we all enjoy while passing.Gustav Schmiege (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#100
I have been a resident of StoneBrooke for 20 years. Such a facility will be inappropriate for its proximity to residences, 2 schools, a bike route, etc.JoAnne Isotti (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#102
I do not support the re-zone. It would be disruptive and absolutely detrimental to the surrounding residentsKelly Bender (Mckinney, 2020-10-28)
#103
I live here and there are no hotels nearby, so people will inevitably drink and drive. When this thing goes out of business it will not be easily repurposed.Tyler Young (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#104
Leave the land beJennifer Pierce (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#106
adjacent to many residential areas and schools. This is an unacceptable area for such a venue.Kristina Peters (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#108
My neighborhood backs up to where they want to build this monstrosityHillary Warren (Mckinney, 2020-10-28)
#109
we do not want this huge venue next to our housingMary Stewart (Mckinney, 2020-10-28)
#111
As a resident of McKinney and living not too far from this proposed venue, I support the OPPOSITION to this development. It is an inappropriate location for such a venue and would be very disruptive to the area and the homeowners living nearby. We do not need this type of venue - particularly during this pandemic - and other more appropriate areas should be considered at a later date.Kaye Franks (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#112
I oppose rezoning case #20-0074Z.Karen Sowards (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#114
The location chosen is a residential area lacking the support structure for such a venue. The proximity to homes will bring noise concerns. It is expected a venue drawing 800+ a venue where alcohol is served will cause safety concerns with traffic and other unsafe decisions. Additionally, property values in the adjacent neighborhood will likely decline. There is lots of other properties available at similar costs in better, more supportive locations.Kristy Seymour (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#116
I am opposed to this event center project because it will negatively impact nearby neighborhoods, roads and schools.Sharon Hockensmith (McKinney, 2020-10-28)
#117
I’m signing because I live nearby and do not want the noise and traffic to be so close to home!!!!Jennifer Garcia (Mckinney, 2020-10-28)
#121
This is the second time this proposal has come up. The first time it was voted down by the P&Z. It is my understanding that no significant change has been make. So why again? No zoning change.Mark Womack (Mckinney, 2020-10-28)
#123
I oppose the wedding centerTim Pelley (Mckinney, 2020-10-28)
#132
I do not want an entertainment venue right behind my house. Too much light, traffic and noise for a residential area.Virginia Briedwell (McKinney, 2020-10-29)
#133
That's not the place for such a large venue.Boyd Pelley (Mckinney, 2020-10-29)
#134
I am signing this petition because I feel this location is absolutely the wrong location for a venue of this type.Cathy Tweedt-Irwin (McKinney, 2020-10-29)
#137
Keep our neighborhood!!! We don’t need this here, makes traffic busier and congestioned. Safety for our kids!Kendra Larson (McKinney, 2020-10-29)
#140
McKinney is now becoming un unique by nature.. Our traffic is already bad and that area is not good for what’s proposed.Shanyea Buchanan (McKinney, 2020-10-29)
#146
I live in the Stonebridge Ranch planned community and Hundreds of homeowners who live directly beside or in close proximity of this tract of land purchased their homes over the years on the promise that their City government would respect and honor the original zoning intended for this property, which is SMALL, DAY OFFICE SPACEAndrew Zimmer (McKinney, 2020-10-29)
#148
I live in Stonebrooke crossing and that’s all that needs to be saidJana Fancher (McKinney, 2020-10-30)
#149
This is not the right location for this event venue.Bill Sims (McKinney, 2020-10-30)
#154
We are absolutely OPPOSED to the Zoning Change proposal at Lake Forest and Virginia, Case 20-0074Z for the following reasons:1. Does not support the economic and financial growth of McKinney as readily as office and retail.
2. An event center does not serve nor support the surrounding neighborhoods
3. Exceeds building sizes established in the original Planned Development/Zoning and would be disproportionate to the surrounding areas
4. Does not align with the purpose and psychographic of our “Established Community” district
5. Would be very difficult, if not impossible, for “outdoor amusement” and event venues for 800 seated to comply with city ordinances including but not limited to:
- Noise (proximity to residents)
- Lighting (for outdoor/parking)
- Landscaping (tree preservation)
- Event permitting (safety, fireguard, traffic, parking)
Sincerely,
Brian Goodenough
Brian Goodenough (Mckinney, 2020-10-30)
#155
I’m signing because I care about this community.Olivia Williams (McKinney, 2020-10-30)
#162
Prefer not to have the noise and traffic or tall buildings near neighborhood. Alcohol should be prohibited due to proximity to neighborhood.Robert Huffhines (McKinney, 2020-11-01)
#163
We do Not want this event center in our neighborhood.Hollee Hannon (McKinney,TX, 2020-11-02)
#165
I live less than 200' from this proposed structure and this is not in line with the zoning that was on file when I purchased my home. Loud music and traffic imposing upon my home and my neighborhood was not part of my plans for peace and quiet enjoyment in my residential, established neighborhood.Elvira White-Lewis (Mckinney, 2020-11-02)
#167
I live very nearby this proposed zoning shift and do not feel it is in the best interest of the community to allow this development.Amanda Campbell (McKinney, 2020-11-02)
#168
I am opposed to the disruption this type of business will bring to the neighborhood; increased traffic and people out at late hours.Shannon Benjamin (McKinney, 2020-11-02)
#169
I don’t want a bunch of drunk drivers on the road with me driving home from Boyd High School. It would also cause loud noise since i live on the neighborhood by it.braxten mecham (mckinney, 2020-11-03)
#170
near mezoe wilson (mckinney, 2020-11-03)
#171
i go to mckinney high and i know that if we had a huge convention built near the school and my neighborhood it would be very dangerous and affect my life in a negative way. it would cause drunk drivers out in the road near where i live and my school and especially the loud noise would be hard for me to fall asleep to at night. this isn’t the best idea to build a convention near a school and plenty of neighborhoods.jillian fox (mckinney, 2020-11-03)
#172
my friend needs helpmallory andersen (mckinney, 2020-11-03)
#174
Too much noise at nightsCaiden Jurney (Mckinney, 2020-11-03)
#175
Very unsafe.Emma Hildebrandt (Mckinney, 2020-11-03)
#190
For the safety of our young drivers and for the sake of preserving our neighborhood.Holly Mckay (Mckinney, 2020-11-03)
#196
I don’t want a disruptive event center in our neighborhood.Holden Hannon (McKinney, 2020-11-03)
#200
Do not want this event center so close to area my teens drive every day and on the edge of a long standing neighborhoodLisa Bradshaw (Mckinney, 2020-11-03)