5.
Citizens Comments
Citizens Comment Limited to three (3) minutes per person - Ordinance 2008-24
Jay Easter, Ragan Smith, stated he was present to represent the Courtyards at McFarland
project and is available to answer any questions from the Commission.
Robin Eakes, 56 W. Caldwell Street, requested the letter for Charlie’s Place from RJ Corman
as required in conditions.
Donald Eakes, 56 W. Caldwell Street, stated he is a lifelong resident. He noted the city has
stated it has not received a letter from RJ Corman per the requirement. He is opposed to the
proposed zoning based on surrounding existing zoning and does not support the proposed
height. He also expressed concerns about blasting. (Charlie's Place)
Zach Atwood, 89A W. Caldwell, expressed concerns with the current road width and opposed
the zoning, proposed density, and proposed height. (Charlie's Place)
Rick Stackenwall, 80 W. Caldwell, stated he does not oppose development generally but
does oppose the proposed location. He also expressed concerns about the lack of
greenspace within the development (Charlie's Place).
Michael Larson, 50 W. Caldwell, stated he opposes the project (Charlie's Place). He has lived
in Mt. Juliet his entire life and has witnessed many changes.
Meredith Berryhill, 1049 Watermark Way, spoke regarding the Tate Lane project and
expressed concerns about blasting and drainage.
Mayor Maness called City Planner Jon Baughman forward to answer questions regarding the
Variable Lot Subdivision (Tates Landing) and requested he get with Ms. Berryhill to answer
her questions.
Bob Heatherly, 63 W. Caldwell Street, requested a copy of the letter from RJ Corman. He
stated he feels for the neighbors abutting the proposed Charlie’s Place. He also expressed
concerns regarding school overcrowding, safety, and the potential impact on his property
value and that of his neighbors.
Karen Quinn, 57 3rd Ave (Professor Caldwell’s house), expressed concerns about Charlie’s
Place, citing blasting, crime, and the proposed apartments. She stated her home is over 125
years old and she does not want to see the historic ambiance disappear.
Terry Boyles, 64 W. Caldwell Street, who has lived in the area since 1996, opposed the
five-story buildings and worries the businesses will not survive. He expressed concerns about
lack of parking, heavy traffic, and stated traffic is already problematic in the current Charlie’s
Place area.
Bobby Colson, who has lived at 78 W. Caldwell since 1959, stated he is concerned about his
property values and wants to maintain the historical character of the area. (Charlie's Place)
William Beasley, 101 W. Caldwell, who has lived in Mt. Juliet since 1990, stated he has seen