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Expressed concern that Davenport Neck's utilities and narrow streets are already overtaxed and cannot support increased residential density.

Spoke during the public hearing on waterfront district regulations.

Expressed concerns during the public hearing regarding waterfront zoning proposals.

Provided public testimony during the waterfront zoning hearing.

Spoke during the public hearing on waterfront residence district regulations.

Testified at the public hearing on waterfront zoning changes.

Spoke on waterfront district zoning proposals during the public hearing.

Testified as President of the Association of Davenport Estates during the waterfront zoning hearing.

Expressed views on the waterfront residence district zoning amendments.

Testified as President of the Sutton Manor Association during the waterfront zoning hearing.

Provided testimony during the waterfront zoning public hearing.

Expressed disappointment with DOZ amendments and strong opposition to the Davenport Neck rezoning proposal, citing resident pushback and density concerns.

Urged the city council and city manager to collaborate with the school district to reopen and repair the New Rochelle High School pool.

Voiced concerns about downtown environmental conditions, rat infestations, lack of green space, and the need for thorough environmental reviews on development.

Emphasized water safety, drowning prevention statistics, and the vital need to repair the high school pool immediately.

Speaking as Sutton Manor Association president, objected to attempts to restrict Council Member Tarantino's vote and criticized the DOZ amendments for lacking genuine community input and commercial space.

Expressed appreciation for downtown revitalization while urging the council to prioritize green outdoor spaces, trees, and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure in the DOZ amendments.

Noted the massive public turnout at the 570 Main Street hearing and announced plans to address the DOZ amendments at next month's public hearing.

Defended Council Member Tarantino's right to vote on district matters and criticized the IDA's tax exemptions and their impact on the school district.

Expressed frustration with excessive downtown development, traffic congestion, and lack of enforcement against traffic violations.

Criticized the affordability of new downtown housing units and the high density permitted under current plans.

Questioned the approval process for a large 500-unit luxury tower at 570 Main Street amid downtown density concerns.

Raised concerns about downtown overdevelopment, emergency vehicle access blocked by snow, and flooding risks.

Expressed concerns about community disconnect regarding development decisions and delegation of authority to the development department.