207_-_2021-9-8_Marc_HamiltonFrom:Marc Hamilton
To:Lori Barlow
Subject:Painted Hills Development.
Date:Wednesday, September 8, 2021 9:13:48 PM
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I am writing regarding the development proposed for the Painted Hills Golf Course property. This whole process,
from the auction to this proposal, stinks to high heaven. There are so many questions and few answers. I have lived
in midilome since 1989 and have witnessed the changes. Access to open space has decreased every year since
1989. Places I rode my mountain bike are now full of high end, gated developments. My taxes have increased
greatly to support this growth. New schools, new roads, new taxes while our quality of life decreases. This does not
benefit most of the residents in this area.
The detrimental environmental effects of this development are also of great concern. This is a flood plain. Hauling
in millions of yards of dirt doesn’t change the fact that a ecosystem that supports waterfowl, deer, native plants and
number of other organism that help to retain our groundwater is being destroyed for the benefit of no one but the
developer. And, to the detriment of all the residents in this area.
Finally, there are ways of development that honor the environment and the residents. This proposal is not one. This
is an example of the arrogance of a development company that is willing to sacrifice my way of life in order to
maximize profits. I, for one, am fed up with development as the holy grail. This is far from a balanced approach
that would honor the citizens (taxpayers) who built Spokane Valley to what it is today.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Marc Hamilton
11722 E. 37th Av.
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