August 4, 2020
Regular City Council Meeting
Item 8.8
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From: klessardSent: Friday, July 31, 2020 10:29 AM To: clerks <clerks@citywindsor.ca>
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Subject: ICB EXEMPTION 2020-8
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Hi,
I am unable to delegate on this matter. However, please see my letter of opposition below.
Hello Mr. Mayor and Councillors,
My name is Kayla Lessard, i am a resident of the Ford City Neighbourhood. I have lived on Albert Road for 29 years. I am also a member of the Ford City Residents Association and have been involved with many neighbourhood renewal initiatives in the area.
I am writing to express my opposition to the request for an exemption from interim Control by-law 78-2019. This exemption file # ICB EXEMPTION 2020-8, will be discussed on Tuesday, August 4, 2020.
The property 2650 Metcalfe Street has caused residents and business owners a great deal of problems over the years, specifically relating to the use as a trucking terminal.
The noise, dust and sight of the trucking yard impacts the quality of life of the residents and business owners in Ford City. The trucks park too close to the fence on Metcalfe, often hitting it causing dents to the fence. Trucks enter and exit the yard all hours of the day and night. The hours of operation are not adhered to. The trucks cause a great deal of noise from opening and closing their hatches, beeping as they back up, and honking. I am sure you are aware of these complaints as my neighbours submitted a noise log and video to 311 months back( RFS # 18-169013 EM). In addition, the drivers will sit in the yard and idle for long periods of time causing excessive noise and pollution. During the night the trucks will idle with their lights on directly shining into our homes.
The entrance for transport trucks is on Drouillard Road, However, trucks will often turn down Metcalfe and will get stuck, this blocks local traffic from exiting or entering. It often takes skilled drivers 15-25