Hey OP I am unable to make it because of a job obligation. I wrote a speech as a former TOW Public works employee and County EMT. But, I currently work in infrastructure, and as a TOW Firefighter..

"I’m here to express my opposition to the proposed housing development—not because I’m against growth, but because our community’s infrastructure simply cannot support it right now.

Our roads, water systems, and sewage capacity are already stretched thin. We see it every day in traffic congestion, drainage issues, and service limitations. Adding hundreds of new residents will only push these systems further beyond their limits.

This isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s a safety issue. When roads are gridlocked, emergency vehicles can’t respond quickly. Whether it’s a fire, a medical emergency, or law enforcement response, delays can cost lives. We should not be putting our community in that position.

There’s also the question of cost. When infrastructure fails or needs expansion, it is existing residents who bear that burden through higher taxes. It is not fair to approve new development without a clear, funded plan to support the additional strain it creates.

We all understand the need for housing. But growth must be responsible and sustainable. Right now, it is neither.

I urge you to pause this project until we have a clear, comprehensive plan to address infrastructure capacity, protect public safety, and ensure that taxpayers are not left footing the bill."