We have heard from reliable sources that an owner of a gun shop is negotiating with the owner of the Shirlington Heights Condominiums at 2249 South Shirlington Road to lease space for his business. We, the members of the Nauck Civic Association Executive Committee are very concerned about locating this business in our community. Although, we are attempting to solicit businesses to locate within our community, we are not convinced that this type of business fits the description of what the residents seek. For one, there can be no community benefits derived, as it is not one that will lead to employment opportunities, service delivery or quality of life improvements. We are appealing to all Nauck residents and surrounding civic associations to join us in signing a petition to the Arlington County Board, the owner of the Shirlington Heights Condominiums, Michael Griffin and the potential leasee that we prefer that this business not be located in Nauck.