Dear Mayor and City Council:
It has been brought to our attention by a neighbor that a letter was sent to City Hall regarding the Olivia project this past week.
As concerned citizens and nearby neighbors of the Olivia Project, we noticed over the weekend that several trees were cut down at the site along with some initial grading, which makes us believe that this project may be moving forward without all of the necessary permitting required by the city and the county.
I think we can all agree that it’s not the city‘s responsibility to move the project along, it’s Mr. Jordan‘s responsibility to comply with all the conditions of approval. If Mr. Jordan violates any of these conditions of approval, we would highly recommend that staff, void his agreement based on his inaction, lies, and not diligently moving the project along.
Based on the city's apparent lack of enforcement of the COA and the violation of city ordinances, we are planning to sue the city to force compliance.
Important note: We are also aware that the property on High Street was occupied in the past by a commercial business where hazardous chemicals were stored and used. To our knowledge, no soil study has been conducted to determine if hazardous chemicals are present.
Furthermore, based on the recent activity at the Jordan site, we are requesting that the approved agenda item regarding the “Parking Permit Program” be moved up to an early meeting and a decision be made by the council. Waiting until this project, or any other project, is underway makes no sense and gives the wrong appearance.
We must spend the time now, rather than towards the end of the year.
By taking action now, it would send a message to all developers (if approved) that a parking permit program has been enacted downtown and in select neighborhoods, and (developers) should plan accordingly if they plan on building in the Town of Clayton.
Looking forward to seeing this agenda item moved to an earlier date.
If you have any questions, please contact us at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Gary Hood and Bill Walcutt
Clayton Watch
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