Estates at Elwood Subdivision Proposal

Expressed support for the project, noting satisfaction that half of the property will be preserved.

Expressed concern about poor public notice for the meeting and local traffic speeding.

Argued that the property sits on gravelly sand hills and cited past DEC sole source aquifer petitions.

Voiced worries about wildlife, housing density, tight lot spacing, and dangerous vehicle speeds on the hill.

Speaking as the Elwood school board president, he stated that school taxes from new builds don't automatically increase district spending under the tax cap and asked for closer coordination.

As a neighboring fourth-generation property owner, she asked about security buffers, bus stop safety, and construction noise.

Questioned how wildlife displacement and deer management will be handled for adjacent property owners.

Criticized the short timeframe given to the public to review a 130-page technical document before the meeting.

Asked about the layout of lots 45 and 46 along Jericho Turnpike and whether they are intended for commercial use.

Questioned the validity of the steep slope analysis, arguing the property has major grade changes requiring retaining walls.

Asked about R40 zoning density rules, tick disease risks from wildlife, and commercial plans for lots 45 and 46.

Highlighted local deer-vehicle collision risks on Manor Road and the need for traffic safety improvements.

Shared interest in local zoning mechanisms and suggested providing more educational resources for residents to understand planning terms.

Raised concerns about lack of rear buffers, massive earth removal, unpermitted historical dumping on site, and tight review timelines.