We the undersigned SUPPORT FPL\'s preferred route for the Bobwhite-Manatee Major Transmission Line and OPPOSE the alternate routes proposed by Schroeder-Manatee Ranch (SMR). SMR wants to put this 230-kv High Voltage Transmission Line with 100-foot tall concrete poles next to existing homes in eastern Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Florida Power and Light chose a route that has the least impact on existing residents and their quality of life, health, and property values and on the environment, including the critical habitat of Gum Slough. SMR\'s alternate #1 would run the transmission line along Verna and Fruitville Roads. SMR\'s other alternate would run the transmission line next to the Gum Slough Preserve, threatening this environmentally sensitive area, and next to existing homes in and aroung Bern Creek Ranches and on Fruitville Road. SMR wants the line to run near our existing homes and away from SMR\'s future development - which development will be served by the transmision line. We believe that EXISTING RESIDENTS ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN SMR\'S FUTURE DEVELOPMENT AND PROFITS.
Reflecting on the feedback shared here confirms that the preservation of our neighborhoods remains the primary concern for all of us. I am currently organizing the documentation to present our position to the relevant planning commissions. Progress requires persistent advocacy and I appreciate your patience as we prepare for the coming hearings.
October 16, 2007
The level of engagement regarding the proposed transmission line routes confirms that our community prioritizes established neighborhoods over corporate interests. This momentum sends a clear message to the utility planners who are currently reviewing these alternatives. We will continue to insist that the project avoids our homes and protected environmental areas.
6 Comments
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Sarah Rogers
18 years ago
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Ridiculous that they want to push this onto current residents just so their new build can look nicer. Stop being greedy.
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David Lloyd
18 years ago
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FPL route is way better. Keep the power lines out of our backyards!
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Brenda Webb
18 years ago
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Just stick with the FPL route. Sick of these developers doing whatever they want.
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Mike Hart
18 years ago
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Keep those big ugly poles away from our houses. We were here first and our property values matter more than their new developments.
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Robert Wilkinson
18 years ago
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SMR shouldn't get to dictate where these go just to protect their own profits. Totally unfair to the people who actualy live in the neighborhood.
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Linda Gray
18 years ago
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NOT COOL. My kids play near that preserve. Protect the habitat AND the people who live here already.
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We the undersigned SUPPORT FPL\'s preferred route for the Bobwhite-Manatee Major Transmission Line and OPPOSE the alternate routes proposed by Schroeder-Manatee Ranch (SMR). SMR wants to put this 230-kv High Voltage Transmission Line with 100-foot tall concrete poles next to existing homes in eastern Sarasota and Manatee Counties. Florida Power and Light chose a route that has the least impact on existing residents and their quality of life, health, and property values and on the environment, including the critical habitat of Gum Slough. SMR\'s alternate #1 would run the transmission line along Verna and Fruitville Roads. SMR\'s other alternate would run the transmission line next to the Gum Slough Preserve, threatening this environmentally sensitive area, and next to existing homes in and aroung Bern Creek Ranches and on Fruitville Road. SMR wants the line to run near our existing homes and away from SMR\'s future development - which development will be served by the transmision line. We believe that EXISTING RESIDENTS ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN SMR\'S FUTURE DEVELOPMENT AND PROFITS.
Reflecting on the feedback shared here confirms that the preservation of our neighborhoods remains the primary concern for all of us. I am currently organizing the documentation to present our position to the relevant planning commissions. Progress requires persistent advocacy and I appreciate your patience as we prepare for the coming hearings.
October 16, 2007
The level of engagement regarding the proposed transmission line routes confirms that our community prioritizes established neighborhoods over corporate interests. This momentum sends a clear message to the utility planners who are currently reviewing these alternatives. We will continue to insist that the project avoids our homes and protected environmental areas.
6 Comments
S
Sarah Rogers
18 years ago
Featured
Ridiculous that they want to push this onto current residents just so their new build can look nicer. Stop being greedy.
D
David Lloyd
18 years ago
Featured
FPL route is way better. Keep the power lines out of our backyards!
B
Brenda Webb
18 years ago
Featured
Just stick with the FPL route. Sick of these developers doing whatever they want.
M
Mike Hart
18 years ago
Featured
Keep those big ugly poles away from our houses. We were here first and our property values matter more than their new developments.
R
Robert Wilkinson
18 years ago
Featured
SMR shouldn't get to dictate where these go just to protect their own profits. Totally unfair to the people who actualy live in the neighborhood.
L
Linda Gray
18 years ago
Featured
NOT COOL. My kids play near that preserve. Protect the habitat AND the people who live here already.
Ridiculous that they want to push this onto current residents just so their new build can look nicer. Stop being greedy.