Kimball's Junction Zoning Map Amendment, Land Use Map Amendment, and Development Agreement Request

Expressed frustration with existing traffic problems, lack of turnarounds for emergency vehicles, and questioned trading local traffic for downtown event convenience.

Highlighted difficulties turning left onto Kimballs Lane with TRAX crossing arms down and compared the density to existing neighborhoods.

Stated that 11900 South is a private dirt road ending in a yard and questioned how it is listed as an access point.

A 50-year resident stating her street is private, praising efforts to help teachers, but asserting 540 homes is far too dense.

Stated people moved to Draper for open space, noted speed bumps were needed due to cut-through traffic, and argued TRAX is underutilized.

Called it disrespectful for the builder to appear without traffic mitigation plans and questioned the feasibility of state housing subsidies.

Raised concerns about congestion on 700 East and cut-through traffic using private roads in Salt Creek Condos.

Presented research comparing zoning densities, argued that 25-27 units/acre is double the general plan, and cited crime and traffic concerns.

Expressed disappointment that no traffic study or environmental survey for local wildlife was completed prior to the hearing.

A 43-year resident who noted extensive townhome growth, questioned housing affordability even with incentives, and asked to cut density in half.

Described heavy school and commuter traffic, parking overflow concerns, and safety issues on TRAX.

A police officer arguing for zoning consistency and noting high crime rates near TRAX stations and high-density complexes.

Shared experiences with neighborhood thefts and safety concerns on TRAX, urging sustainable development that preserves Draper's character.

Acknowledged growth is inevitable, praised Edge Homes' ethics, noted his daughter needs affordable housing, but urged careful pacing.

Corrected affordable housing percentages to 6%, criticized dismissing rezone impacts as minor, and noted wildlife presence.

Drives children to school through the area daily, emphasizing severe intersection congestion and recommending duplexes or townhomes instead of high-density condos.

Requested that any approved plan incorporate more green and open space for families and children.

Voiced confusion over lack of alternatives, cited Edge Homes' past hillside issues, and expressed concern over apartment-style buildings and wildlife loss.

Urged commissioners to witness traffic firsthand, noting roads cannot be widened and 27 units/acre violates Draper's values.

Asked commissioners to consider severe future mitigation steps, such as widening roads or removing homes.

Reported safety issues with TRAX crossing arms descending while lights are green, and increased drug use and mail theft.