I spoke with Sara Ray this week. [She is off to New Orleans to visit her daughter, grandson and brand new grand-daughter]. Her thoughts on Farm Road 170 at this time: the project is 'on-hold'. Dr. Neblett and Pam are the community pit bulls listening for strange sounds or movement out of the Greene County Commissioner office.

We are on guard.....

Enjoy the summer.

COMMUNITY

a group of people living in a particular local area; "the team is drawn from all parts of the community"

common ownership; "they shared a community of possessions"

residential district: a district where people live; occupied primarily by private residences

Our 'Community' of property owners are to be recognized and appreciated for having the strength and resolve confronting the challenge to our homes and peace of mind. Kudos to us all!

The Greene County Planning and Zoning Board vote to send the road alignment plan to the Ozarks Transportation Organization is the right thing to do. Thank you to the Board for responding to our 'community' communication.

STAY TUNED..... This issue is temporarily paused but not resolved . Be vigilant, stay informed , and continue to communicate with your community.

P.S. Sara Ray is taking unnecessary heat for the Farm Road 164 comments. Farm Road 164 is already designated as a 'primary arterial connection'.

HAVE YOU SEEN THESE SIGNS?

At the personal expense of one of our concerned property owners [$250], eight signs were made and posted. TWO of the signs have been taken [FR205 and FR170, and FR193/Highway 60]. If you notice someone in possession of these signs, please turn the scumbag thief nosepicker into the Green County Sheriff's Department.

Another concerned property owner wrote a passionate letter to Governor Nixon. The home owner was contacted by Public Counsult, Tom Green of the State of Missouri in response to the letter.

Mr. Green encourages all to voice their concerns to him at Tom.Green@ded.mo.gov on the proposed Highway 170 thoroughfare. According to Mr. Green, the City does not have eminent domain to take property for economic use [which this clearly is] , for the development of the proposed mall/stores/restaurants at the 65/60 corridor. Mr. Green indicated his willingness to come to Springfield on our behalf, if necessary.

Brian Calfano, KWTO 560AM, 6am to 9am, Monday thru Friday, is interested in the Farm Road 170 issue. Brian is a college professor who teaches political science at MSU. PLEASE start listening to his show , call in, and participate! Mr. Calfano has a huge audience and can be a super asset in our effort to shut this thoroughfare down.

Candidates planning on being in attendance Tuesday evening are:

Jim Viebrock, candidate for Presiding Commissioner of Greene County
Lincoln Hough, candidate for State Representative, 140th District
Robert [Bob] Cirtin, candidate for State Representative, 140th District

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE be there Tuesday night! A huge showing of support from the property owners is important!

Click on picture to enlarge. Be there Tuesday night!

What is the Definition of Involvement?

From a Meeting Attendee:

I received a copy of the transcript of the recent Greene County Planning Board meeting [by request]. Although I was in the room and witnessed the comments, I am incensed by the lack of intelligence and common sense of this proposal which is detrimental to property owners on the eastern side of Greene County. The PROCESS is wrong, is questionable relative to long range plans and DEMANDS the attention of community members.

I will continue to educate those that cast a vote on the issue before us - HOWEVER......

it is IMPERATIVE all concerned property owners be involved.

1. Attend every meeting that has a potential negative effect on your property value. [The next meeting is May 18, same time, same place].
2. Write/email letters to The News Leader. Another BIG article is scheduled soon [maybe Sunday].
3. Call/email/write the County Commission and Planning Board members [as a collective]. Be respectful and stay on target [they don't care about how the road will impact your individual septic system].

Suggestion for a call or email:

I am disappointed the City of Springfield failed to evaulate the situation prior to the rezoning and I expect those that represent the Residents of Greene County to correct their error in judgment. A failure to do so will be burned into my memory when I cast my vote in the future.

Lincoln Hough, candidate for State Representative of the Farm Road 170 area, is having a meet and greet at Larson's John Deere, Thursday, May 13, at 5:30pm. Bend his ear until he has an ear ache. http://www.lincolnhough.com/

Robert [Bob] Cirtin is another candidate for District 140 State Representative. http://www.bobcirtin.com/

Jim Viebrock is a candidate for Greene County Commissioner [Coonrod's position]. His website is http://www.greenecountyfirst.com/ . Jim attended the property owners meeting at the church on February 28 and is aware of concerns.

Planning and Zoning Board Meeting, Tuesday, April 20, at 7pm

You probably DIDN'T get this letter.


Planning and Zoning Board Meeting
Tuesday, April 20, 7pm
Historic Greene County Courthouse Building
940 Boonville
Room 212

Current information suggests the Farm Road 170 Extension is scheduled for late in the meeting. Prepare accordingly.

Thank you for Attending the Meeting!

115+ concerned property owners attended the afternoon meeting. A huge thank you for taking time from your Sunday afternoon to provide insight, input, and a joining of force.

Property owners providing email addy's will be added to the blogs private email list. You will be notified by email of blog updates. Property owners listing phone numbers will be added to a private call list.

Thank you to Rep. Bob Dixon for his attendance. Dr. and Pam Neblett - thank you for assuming the defacto leadership role.

Highlights of the meeting are forthcoming - stay tuned, stay informed, and stay vocal!