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Regular City Council Meeting April 8, 2004 Page 5 the loop, and therefore, must be prepared for development of a commercial nature. Mr. Roberts said most of the people in this neighborhood would like to see development that they can make use of. They would welcome retail shopping, a grocery store or anything that would benefit them. He said that development of this nature normally occurs in east Paris. Debbie Burks, 3935 Sage Trail, came forwarding voicing her objection to the requested rezoning change. Ms. Burks said she has worked hard to get what she has and she did not want her property value to go down. She said they welcome businesses that are appropriate for neighborhoods. Respected businesses that will enhance their neighborhood, or at the very lease, be neutral. Carol Miller, 216 Parc Quest, was present stating that they enjoy their home and the surroundings. Ms. Miller said she could not imagine living 24 hours a day next to the noise and air pollution of a truck stop. Ms. Miller stated that Ms. Gates thinks that she can control the elements that go with a truck stop and no one can be that positive. Ms. Miller urged the City Council to not grant this proposed rezoning petition. Melissa Huey, 107 Parc Quest, was present speaking in opposition to the petition stating that they have worked a long time to make sure that their neighborhood is safe. Ms. Huey voiced her objections to the rezoning of this property for a truck stop. th Archie Hood, 765 S. 5 Street, Honey Grove, with the First State Bank of Honey Grove, came forward stating that he is currently the majority owner of lots in Parc Quest. He said this subdivision is just now taking off. Mr. Hood said he drove around the loop and saw more properties that would not have a devaluing effect on residential areas. He stated his objection to the zoning change. Chris Whitaker, 2415 Wildwood Lane, home builder and licensed Realtor® in