Major Thoroughfare Plan

Praised the thoroughfare plan process and reminded the court that it is a living document requiring frequent reviews.

A resident asked about the potential for widening Highway 46 instead of cutting through private property and requested that city thoroughfare plans be integrated into county maps for better transparency.

Expressed severe concern over the proposed thoroughfare road running parallel to Rocky Creek and taking 150 feet of property from residents, offering an alternate route.

Spoke about the personal impact of taking 150 feet from newly built backyards and suggested widening existing FM 1117 instead.

Shared that he and his neighbors moved to the area for peace and safety, and a road in their backyard would disrupt their lifestyle and business plans.

Suggested the county look into developer impact fees under 2019 state legislation, similar to Rockwall County, to help fund infrastructure.

Concerned about the lack of notice and the stability of the land for a highway.

Invited the Court to visit his property to understand the difficult topography.

Argued against the Hoffman Road expansion due to safety, environmental, and fiscal risks.

Opposed the Hoffman Road expansion, citing construction challenges and property impacts.

Questioned why the plan changed and expressed concern about the environmental impact.

Opposed the plan, noting the negative impact on her family's property and local wildlife.

Thanked the Court for removing the plan from the city of Staples.