From: Pat Sweet [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2017 10:14 AM To: devserv Subject: Comment Re: CP100139 Bylaw No. 8860

In regards to the flyer we received in our mailbox.

We are not really happy about the 6 stories.

I in particular hope that this would be an affordable place for seniors and the handicapped as it is an ideal location for both of these groups of people being so close to shopping and bus transportation.

Thanks,

Pat Sweet

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From: Tara Green [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Thursday, August 24, 2017 10:44 AM To: devserv Subject: Request for Comment CP100139

Request for Comment CP100139 I would like to oppose the request for rezoning at 5920 O'Grady Rd. There is already a lot of traffic in this area due to all the shopping. However, this is confined to certain parts of the day. With the addition of a large number of new residents living in the proposed apartment buildings, this would increase traffic during all parts of the day. Furthermore, there are no high rise buildings in this area currently. College Heights has a lower population density, which is one of the reasons I moved here. When speaking to others in the community about College Heights, the fact that it is less busy here is one the major draws to move into the area.

Best regards

Tara Webber

Administrative Manager - Xconditioning

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From: Jordana Archer [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, August 25, 2017 11:50 AM To: Fabris, Katy Subject: Re: CP100139 - 5920 O'Grady Rd

I strongly oppose building apartments in that location. It is very congested at the entrance to the Save-on Parking lot and this will further contribute. Unless street infrastructure is updated to that entire area, these new buildings would create too much vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

From: corky Kelley [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, August 25, 2017 4:48 PM To: devserv Subject: CP100139, Bylaw #8860

Sirs:

As a long time resident of CH in PG, I am adamantly opposed to the proposed zoning change.

A six story development would be very much out of keeping with the character of CH as a whole and is unnecessary ANYWHERE out of the bowl area. On a personal level, it would be approx.. 100 meters from my home and would negatively affect my views of the neighborhood.

There are sufficient rental units of apartments, townhouses, etc in CH for residents that want to live here but are unwilling or unable to purchase a single family home.

The fact that the property is in the midst of commercial properties also speaks against the change.

The intersection of Domano Blvd and McGill Cr. already experiences high traffic volume and high density housing would aggravate the existing situation.

I look forward to speaking against this proposal at the yet to be scheduled public hearing.

Corky (L.K.) Kelley

2685 Lyndridge place.

From: CHAD HARVEY [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Monday, August 28, 2017 4:16 PM To: devserv Subject: 5920 O'Grady Rd

City Councillors,

I am writing to express my concern over the proposed rezoning of 5920 O'Grady. My family lives very near this area and have purchased knowing that there would be few apartment rental buildings in the neighbourhood. The negative effect that a large apartment rental building would bring to this area would greatly offset any benefit of having one in this neighbourhood.

I believe there is a place for additional apartment rentals in Prince George and I believe there is a demand for this product; However, 5920 O'Grady Rd is not the right location. There are other available lots in Prince George that are zoned multifamily and could easily be developed without having as many negative effects to the neighbourhood. In fact, there are other neighbourhoods that would drastically benefit from this development.

The city has done a wonderful job in supporting the renewal and change in the downtown core. This area of the city is one example of where a 6 story apartment would prove to enhance and continue this renewal.

Sincerely,

Chad Harvey

From: Tim Archer [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2017 7:43 AM To: devserv Subject: striger cres development

I write this to voice my strong disapproval to this development. There are a number of reasons including the fact that there is already busy to very busy congestion in this area. There could potentially be upwards of 300 vehicles coming and going from that location. It would be foolish to allow this. There is no close area for children to play. Also potential for a huge number of children to flood southridge elementary school. The list goes on. I say NO. Tim Archer Vista Ridge Dr

From: Ralph & Betty [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2017 11:22 AM To: devserv Subject: Application CP100139 (OCP Amendment, O'Grady) In regards to the proposed OCP amendment application noted above, we support the comments and position of Administration as clearly outline in the report. Maintaining and encouraging higher building and density development in the downtown core is important for the viability of a challenged downtown core. Constant adjustments to the OCP Policies, such as in this proposal, will only serve to adversely stress the existing College Heights area. The existing OCP policies are sound and should be maintained. Keep the highrise and high density in the downtown core, support lower density mixed residential /commercial in this area. The existing zoning is satisfactory. Thank you for this opportunity to comment. R. and B. Dupas Princess Crescent

From: Marion Erickson [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Thursday, August 31, 2017 1:07 PM To: Fabris, Katy Subject: Re: the appartments in College heights. Please ignore the people who don't want the apartment building set up in college heights. This area needs to diversify. I love the idea of people who might make significantly less money, who work in service positions to have the opportunity to live close to where they might work, which is right near that shopping centre. M. R. Erickson

From: Suria Johns-Kazmarek[mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, September 01, 2017 8:58 AM To: devserv Subject: Concerns Over Apartments Hi there, I saw a post on the Facebook group that I am apart of, College Heights & Area. My partner and I live on Parent Road which is off of O'Grady. We bank with TD and love going to Starbucks which are both in the Domano shopping centre. I just thought I'd let you know that I am opposed to building apartments there and I'd like to tell you my reasoning. Trying to get out of that shopping centre on to O'Grady is absolutely nuts sometimes. I have been at the four way stop before unable to turn to go up that little hill towards O'Grady as well as 3 other cars (one car at each stop sign) because there is already 5 or 6 vehicles lined up. Then if my partner and I want to go home, we have to turn left on to O'Grady which is damn near impossible to do and has almost caused accidents because of people being impatient. Most people that live in this area of college heights will turn left on to Domano if they would like to go into the bowl. During rush hour the line is backed up to almost at the light by Home Depot (which a lot of people run when it is red and treat like a stop sign). I believe that if the city chooses to build apartments at that location, this will make the whole area much, much more congested and will most likely lead to more impatient drivers, road rage, and vehicle accidents. We pay more taxes/more rent/ and in some cases more gas money (extra driving) in College Heights for this privilege and it's unfair that this privilege will soon be taken away if the city builds there. Thanks for your time. Sincerely, Suria

From: Marren, Kristin [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Tuesday, September 05, 2017 7:59 AM To: devserv Subject: Request for Comment: CP100139 (ByLaw No. 8860)

Good Morning,

As a College Heights resident, I received a request for comment regarding application CP100139 (ByLaw No. 8860). My only concern would be the impact of additional vehicles in the area and would hope that a traffic impact assessment of some kind has been completed or requested. Turning left out of the Save-On-Foods/Starbucks/Shoppers Mall area onto O’Grady adjacent to the development is already extremely difficult and I would expect with an increase in traffic this would worsen. Consideration of potential solutions to this would be appreciated.

Thank you,

Kristin Marren

From: Arielle Barnes [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Saturday, September 02, 2017 2:45 PM To: devserv Subject: Concerns about Apartments in College Heights

Good afternoon, I am writing you this email to express my concern over the proposed development of two apartment buildings in College Heights on O'Grady Road. As much as I would like to go to the on-location meeting on September 7th, I have young children at home and will not be able to attend. I read an opinion article in the Citizen this week describing some of the problems with the location- with which I completely agree. My primary concern is regarding the number of renters that would be brought into College Heights, where homeowners have quite high tax rates, and have paid a lot to live in the area. I am also concerned about where families living in these proposed buildings will send their children to school, and about the increase in traffic in the area (which is already notorious for unsafe intersections and busy traffic). My husband and I live in lower College Heights. We bought a house here because it is a family-oriented, safe neighbourhood with excellent schools and parks nearby. There are mostly families and retired couples living in our area, and very few townhouses and apartments. There is a low crime rate (with the exception of property crime) throughout the area. The construction of two 6-storey apartment units, with a combined total of 176 apartments, would, in my opinion, be detrimental to the area. With apartments come more younger adults and/or lower income people. And with both of those comes a higher crime rate.

We paid a large amount of money for our house and also pay quite a bit in taxes to the city each and every month- which I am happy to do if it means that our area stays desirable, family-friendly, and relatively crime-free. However, I am certain that these proposed apartments would bring the quality of the area and its new residents into question. I know that we will be leaving College Heights if we see a spike in the crime rate- and I think a lot of people in the area feel the same way. If I wanted to live close to large, unsitely apartment buildings and a ton of renters, I would have bought a house downtown with a much lower price point. But I wanted a safe and quiet place to raise my family. If this development goes through, it feels as though the intention of the City of PG is to make it so there are no desirable areas anymore- other than ones with brand new $500,000 houses, tiny yards, and no trees. There is nothing desirable about that to young families such as mine. These apartment buildings would likely see a variety of people moving in- some of whom will be families. Of the 4 elementary schools located in College Heights, 3 are currently at capacity. Where will these children be attending school? Will taxpayers have to pay for another elementary school to be built in the area? This question needs some serious consideration. Of course construction of new houses in College Heights means more children in the area as well. But there will be no more than a few children per household on average. 176 units means there could be a whole lot of kids needing somewhere to attend school.

There would also be a huge increase in the amount of traffic in the area from this development. I am told that the developers have conducted traffic studies. I have also read that the developers believe the construction of other houses in the area creates just as much traffic as their apartment buildings would, but I find that hard to believe. Over 150 units means at least that many vehicles going in and out every day. I realize that traffic patterns and intersections can be changed but at what cost? And how long would residents have to deal with nightmare-inducing traffic situations to mend some of the problems with traffic flow?

The City of Prince George would probably see a lot more revenue from keeping this area zoned as commercial and building a store/restaurant or two in its place. Or development of houses could continue in the area, connecting Stringer road to the area behind Don Cherry's pub. It would make a lot more sense to build these apartment buildings downtown for many reasons: downtown is already zoned for apartment buildings; people are aware of the higher crime rate when they move into the area; and the layout of street lights and intersections certainly makes a lot more sense there than it does in College Heights. I was under the impression that the City was working on developing and revitalizing downtown so I guess I am confused as to why College Heights is even being considered.

I am urging you to please reconsider this development. College Heights is one of the nicest and most desirable areas of town left and I would like to see it stay that way. Thank you for taking the time to read my letter.

Sincerely,

Arielle Barnes

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From: Geoff Salton [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Saturday, September 02, 2017 10:40 AM To: devserv Subject: Request for Comment CP100139

Good morning I am responding to your request for comment on the proposed apartments being erected next to Save On in College Heights. Your developer is proposing to add low income housing in an upscale neighborhood. I pay additional property taxes per square foot to get away from crime etc that other areas of the city has. Apartments will bring these folks with them unfortunatly. You know it and I know it. If you proposed condos where home ownership is involved I would have less of an issue with this development. When you are in the area take a drive on St Anne. Turn right off Southridge across from the school and drive up the hill. On the left you will see nice and well looked after condos. On your right you will see some condo style rentals. This development looks like absolute run down crap. This is what your apartments will bring to College Heights.

Exiting the Save on mall onto O'Grady is already dangerous and adding in more densified housing will only make these matters worse.

This is absolutly the wrong location for an apartment complex. Give your developer a break on your land holdings and sell them something downtown to get more people living there to rejuvinate it. I keep hearing the city wants more people living downtown. Stop talking about it and make something happen. We have the university campus downtown and lots of great restaurants downtown now. Lets find a way to support it. If this is the case of your developer who made a bad investment I couldnt relly give a crap. That is the risk they took with their purchase.

I have spoken with alot of people in College Heights and we are ready to get a petition going door to door to oppose this development. You will have another BC Transit situation on your hands again. It is time to stop slapping up businesses and residences where they dont belong. I will be attending your meeting as well.

On another note there is an illegal sign that was erected on this site promoting a housing development by another home builder. This sign is situated near the traffic light by Home Depot. Since this property has no buildings on it this sign is illegal as per your sign guidelines in the city. As such i am filing a complaint and want the city to request it be removed. Maybe bring your bylaw officer up with you to inspect it.

Regards,

Geoff Salton

3027 Bernard Road

From: Heather S [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, September 01, 2017 11:00 PM To: devserv Subject: Apartment buildings college heights

I oppose this development.

Heather Stillwell

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From: Tony & Sheryl Edwards[mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Thursday, September 07, 2017 10:03 PM To: devserv Subject: CP100139 (Bylaw No. 8860)

Hello,

My comments/concerns on the proposal location 5920 O'Grady Road (College Heights):

1. Traffic Congestion from the specific location right to the highway in multiple directions.

2. Control of the clientele renting the facility.

- no one is able to specifically deny low income or social housing subsidy

3. Consideration for additional students to both the elementary schools and then the only high school

- cost of replacing the high school due to higher student volume from the elementary schools.

4. Rentals bring down the cost of living for home owners.

- if they were owner occupied units, it would improve the area compared to full rental

I'm not in favour of this build in this area.

I look forward to any further correspondence on this Proposal.

Thank you,

Sheryl Edwards

From: D Cowie [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, September 08, 2017 9:06 AM To: devserv Subject: Proposal Comments CP100139

Greetings

I received the notice re: apartment proposal CP100139, at the corner of O'grady and Stringer Crescent. Please accept these comments in regards to it.

1. I am a supporter of densification if the proposal is a correct fit for area, established community neighbourhood plan, and other factors.

2. building height - even downtown areas hardly have buildings of 6 stories. I do not support this height for the area in any form.

3. school - College Heights area schools are already almost at capacity and I do not support adding portables as a solution to overcrowding due to development that does not consider this as a factor and contribute to the solution, especially as class size restrictions and staffing levels are already a factor for SD57. Southridge (site catchment school) had a huge influx of students this fall and with the extensive development already happening and continuing in the Vista Ridge area (all Southridge catchment) a portable is already in the near future. A portable does not happen overnight and can not be relied on to be in place to provide space in the short term.

4. traffic - the area traffic is not well designed as it currently is. In particular the access out of the shopping complex is already a nightmare on a good day, with near miss accidents a regular occurrence. The lights installed at the corner of proposal has only helped the traffic out of the Canadian Tire complex but not improved the congestion in the area. Added congestion will only negatively affect this clogged area. Even the idea of continuing the road east to connect directly to Domano near the Don Cherry Pub only shifts congestion and clogs more areas within the same location.

5. parking - in order to build a complex of this size a specific amount of parking is required. The site does not provide space for 2 buildings and parking without it all being one large concrete complex. That is not good for an area that already sees water issues related to overland flow. This is a terrible vision for the area, environment factors and shopping area that would receive overflow.

6. Taxes - in an area with already significant property tax, who would be picking up costs for the added expenses related to the site. Hopefully not the local residences.

In short, this proposal does not fit the vision of the community neighbourhood plan. I do not support this proposal or the rezoning application and hope that Council sees that this proposal may be better suited in another location or significantly reworkeddevser.

Regards

D. Cowie

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From: Jaswal, Gurneal [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, September 08, 2017 10:29 AM To: devserv Subject: Request for Comment CP100139 (Bylaw No.8860)

Good morning, I am hoping this will be sufficient for a written submission but if not please let me know and I will try and make something official.

I am a resident on 7122 Southridge Ave and I would like to make it clear that I DO NOT support the application to rezone the property on the corner of O’Grady and Stringer Crescent for apartment buildings. My biggest concern is the traffic in the area. There is already a significant amount of traffic and congestion in that area especially at peak times. It’s hard enough getting out of the mall parking lots today, and with the increased traffic it’s only going to get worse. There are schools in the area and I watch little kids walking home and with the increased traffic it would pose a higher risk to those kids.

My recommendation would be to re-evaluate the infrastructure we have before thinking about something like this. There is already a significant increase with all of the developments at the end of Southridge, and Upper College heights.

Again, I DO NOT support the application for re-zoning the property at this time.

Thank you,

GURNEAL JASWAL

Manager, People Services & Analytics

Canfor Corporation

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From: Dianne Hewitt [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Sunday, September 10, 2017 12:07 PM To: Fabris, Katy Subject: Re: O'Grady Road Proposed Development

Hello Katy,

I hope you are well. Just to further my comments regarding my concerns over the proposed development.

As I mentioned to you, the height alone of the building is of great concern for several reasons, but mainly because it is just too big for that location. It would not only obstruct the entire view of the immediate area, it would cast a huge shadow, in particular, during the winter months. It would be guaranteed that the intersection at Domano and O'Grady would be in it's shadow for much of the day during the spring, fall, and winter months. There would be zero possibility that any of the lower units of the buildings would receive any sunlight according to the existing bylaw.

Vehicle and pedestrian traffic is of great concern to me as well, because my son and I walk or drive the area on a daily basis. My son and I have literally had near death experiences between the entrance to the mall area and the lights at Domano, as well as on both sides of O'Grady and McGill. I consider myself an experienced and observant pedestrian, but children are not. From what I understand according to the traffic study, the overall impact predicted would be only a 2% increase in traffic. In my opinion the city needs to look at decreasing the risk of death or injury, in and around that intersection, and not by increasing it, even if it is only by 2%. That means that my child, and others, would be put at a %2 greater risk of death or injury, and that is unacceptable to me. The traffic flow in the area is already a concern, and from what I understand, it is already recognized and considered to be a problem intersection by the city. For the city to allow this development, it would mean changing the infrastructure of the area, at the tax payers expense. If this project proceeds and traffic flow changes, it would be to accommodate a developers proposal instead of making it a priority to improve the safety for existing residents, and shoppers that frequent the area.

Those are my two main concerns. I know you are already very busy with feedback regarding this issue, and I do have more to say, but I will save that for the Public Hearing.

Thank you again for your attention and professionalism to this matter.

Thank you for your time,

Dianne

From: Katy.Fabris@princegeorge.ca <Katy.Fabris@princegeorge.ca> Sent: September 5, 2017 9:30 AM To: 'Dianne Hewitt' Subject: RE: O'Grady Road Proposed Development

Thank you for your comments regarding the proposed bylaw amendment for Official Community Plan Application No. CP100139. A copy of your comments will be provided to Council for their consideration.

Please note there is a public open house scheduled for September 7, 2017 at the subject property (5920 O’Grady Road) between 4:00 pm and 6:30 pm.

Thank you,

Katy Fabris, MCIP RPP

Planner, Development Services

250.561.7791

Katy.Fabris@princegeorge.ca

1100 Patricia Blvd., Prince George, B.C. V2L 3V9 www.princegeorge.ca

From: Dianne Hewitt [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, September 01, 2017 11:41 AM To: devserv Subject: O'Grady Road Proposed Development

Dear City of Prince George Representative,

I am sending this email to express my objection and concerns for the proposed development on O'Grady Road of the two, six storey apartment buildings. Although I would love to see the development come to Prince George, the site chosen is very ill suited for such a large development. There are many reasons for my concern including the height of the building, the overall design of it, the increased traffic at an already high risk roadway, especially with further future housing developments in the area, as well as the long term development plan for the neighbourhood that I live in.

I have many other concerns, too many to list, but I will be voicing my opinion at the public hearing.

I wanted to send this message to express my objection and to provide some community feedback.

Thank you for your time,

Dianne J. Hewitt

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From: *Redacted* [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Sunday, September 10, 2017 12:52 PM To: devserv Subject: 5920 O'Grady Road/Stringer - proposal to amend OCP

Good morning.

I’m writing with reference to the proposed amendment to the OCP allowing construction of two apartment buildings at the subject property.

My understanding is that the proposed new development is for approximately 160 units with one to three suites each. While I’m not opposed to any development and this one initially intrigued me from an investment perspective, I am now opposed to the development as all access/egress from the two units will be off of Domano, onto O’Grady and onto Stringer and vice versa. There is already a bottleneck at Southridge and Hwy 16 W as well as Domano and Southridge and Domano and O’Grady. Adding another 240 vehicles (based on 1.5 vehicles for each of the new 160 units) is going to further exacerbate the problem particularly during peak traffic flows. Had there been an option for residents of the proposed buildings to access Stringer off of Domano South of the proposed development (beyond the shopping centre on Domano), I would not be as concerned.

I’ve lived at 7025 O’Grady Road since 2009 and am very aware of the traffic patterns on Hwy 16 W at the top of Peden Hill, Domano, O’Grady, Southridge and Tyner Boulevard. I think the proposed development is going to create traffic chaos on O’Grady particularly between Domano and Stringer. Moreover, new traffic off of the proposed complex trying to by-pass the intersection of O’Grady and Domano may choose to drive up O’Grady and access Hwy 16 W. via Southridge. This would increase traffic volumes along O’Grady as well as the intersection of O’Grady and Southridge. I would like to remind Council that there are a great many pedestrians along O’Grady and Southridge, particularly children attending Southridge Elementary. I fear that the additional traffic may put children walking to/from school at greater risk as traffic speeds on O’Grady and Southridge are seldom respected.

thank you

Lori Bianchin

From: "Christine & Joe" [mailto:*Redacted*] To: "devser" <devser@princegeorge.ca> Sent: Friday, September 8, 2017 9:11:10 AM Subject: Amendment Bylaw 8860 (5920 O'Grady Rd) Although Prince George would be well served by having more rental apartments, we feel that this location is not the right one for two 6 story apartments totaling 167 units with minimum of 268 parking stalls. This property is only 2.94 acres - too small for such a large development. The six story size is far too tall for the area and four story would be more acceptable (see Broadstreet Properties online and they are 4 story elsewhere). Another location such as the area where the City Bus Maintenance Yard hoped to relocate (18th & Foothills) might be an alternative for the apartment buildings. The plan includes trees and shrubbery as a buffer between O'Grady and the apartment complex, but will that be sufficient to deaden the traffic noise for those living in the apartments close to the road. It certainly wouldn't improve the sight lines for those leaving the College Heights Plaza from the O'Grady exit. Our major concern regarding this location is the traffic congestion in the area needs to be rectified before any additional developments are allowed to proceed. The "S" curve in O'Grady between Stringer Crescent and Domano needs to be straightened out so as to improve sight lines and we feel that widening O'Grady between the two traffic lights to permit more left and right turn lanes would be a good option that would require expropriation of some of the land at 5920 O'Grady. Prior to development of that land will be the only time that the city will be able to deal with that issue. Perhaps a new exit road from the existing shopping plaza can be built next to Shoppers Drug Store and come out onto Stringer Crescent. People would then have a traffic light to enable them to turn left, right safely or proceed into Westgate Mall and the current exit from the College Heights Plaza could be closed. We would prefer to see on that site several smaller commercial developments that would effectively link College Heights Plaza and Westgate Mall, with safe pedestrian connections between all three areas, review of all the entrances and exits in that area so as to facilitate smooth traffic flow. That needs to also ensure that the Hwy 16 frontage road from Marleau Rd to Westgate Subdivision be improved by widening and sidewalks as it looks like Ospika will not be completed in our lifetime. When Westgate Mall was being developed we were to led to believe that Ospika was going to be developed down to Hwy 16 West to provide an interchange so that traffic going west could avoid the congestion at Domano and Hwy 16 and also provide a viable exit from the Westgate Mall to the west on Hwy 16. Thank you for your consideration of this letter. Sincerely, Joe & Christine Clemson -- Joe & Christine Clemson 2765 Marleau Rd Prince George BC V2N 5G4 Email: *Redacted* Ph: *Redacted*

From: Monette Brideau Boyes [mailto:*Redacted*] Sent: Friday, September 08, 2017 4:24 PM To: devserv Subject: Re: request for comment CP100139

Good afternoon,

We own the residence we live in on O'Grady. We have been here since December 2009 and would love to continue to live here.

We have discussed this proposal and came to the conclusion that we are opposed to it.

The reason why we oppose it has to do with safety. The corner of O'Grady and Domano is, in our own experience, is already unsafe as it is. Secondly, the exit off O'Grady when you leave the Little shopping centre ( Save On, TD bank, Shoppers Drug Mart) is even more of a concern. We have seen, and had, multiple close call. This need to be seriously addressed.

we need commercials store that won't effect early morning and night traffic with a much better traffic plan.

Sincerely,

Neil and Monette Boyes

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DOWNTOWN

PRINCE GEORGE

1406 - 2nd Avenue, Prince George, BC V2L 3B6

City of Prince George Development Services Division 2nd Floor 1100 Patricia Boulevard Prince George, BC V2L 3V9

RE: CP100139 (Bylaw No. 8860)

I am writing you today on behalf of Downtown Prince George to express our grave concerns about a major

housing project proposed in College Heights and the potentially devastating impact it could have on our

downtown. It is well known that downtown is in great need of residential development and massive project

like this will hugely impact the housing market. However, the proposed location will have huge negative

impacts to our downtown core for many years to come.

Many medium sized cities across North America have had the same issues with their downtown suffering

due to years of urban sprawl. This creates cities that are not only unwalkable, but also require an

unnecessary and larger infrastructure development that puts an undue burden on the tax payer. Few

people benefit from this type of development and to the majority of the tax payers, there is an undue

social, environmental and economic cost.

A more tightly densified city will start to alleviate what has been proven to decrease the need to drive,

become more pedestrian friendly and help local business. A large multi-family development adds density

but if its in the wrong place, as it has been proposed, it will do little to give our community the benefits we

are looking for in higher density housing. The businesses adjacent to the proposed site are mainly huge

national chains and big box stores laid out in a non-pedestrian friendly manner.

A major multi-family development that encourages people to live downtown would contribute to a safer

downtown to walk around in, help local businesses thrive, and have a positive impact on tourism. Small,

local businesses, like the ones you find in our downtown, have a much greater impact on our local

economy. A vote in favor of this proposed development will be a vote against our downtown and the local

businesses in it that make our city great.

We would be happy to have further discussion on this important issue.

Since)(£ Eoin Foley, President

Downtown Prince George Office: 250.614.1330 Fax: 250-614-1550

cc. Downtown Prince George Board of Directors

Colleen Van Mook, Executive Director, Downtown Prince George

City of Prince George Mayor and Council

Downtown Prince George Business Improvement Association www.downtownpg.com

CP100139/RZ100558 – 5920 O’Grady Road

Thank you for the opportunity to voice our feelings/opinion on the proposed development of an apartment complex located on O’Grady Road and Stringer Crescent. We are not completely opposed to the idea of high density housing in that location, but we do have some concerns:

• Traffic – Traffic in that location for those of us who use O’Grady Road to travel to/from our home already have to deal with clogged roads during peak AM/PM hours. The increased traffic at the intersection of Stringer and O’Grady at the light will in our opinion, cause extra traffic problems. Additionally, weekend traffic increases considerably with shoppers coming from the smaller feeder communities to shop at the Westgate Shopping Center. We have already seen multiple accidents in the intersection of O’Grady and Domano Blvd over the course of the last year. With the occupants of the complex turning right onto O’Grady to leave College Heights, those of us travelling down O’Grady to exit our neighbourhood will find troublesome congestion and issues getting out of the neighbourhood. What, if anything, has been proposed to mitigate this problem?

• Building size and façade – Six Stories?? We cannot support a six story apartment located there. It would not only be an eyesore, but it would certainly detract from any of the other structures in the area. We would probably not oppose a 3 or 4 (on the outside) story building, but 6 stories is too much! In addition, looking at the proposed design drawings, the building is not much to look at. O’Grady Road is the gateway into an executive type neighbourhood. The drawings look like low income housing. There is plenty of space in the downtown core, why not build there?

• Maintenance and Care – Who will manage the property? Will it be properly cared for? What about landscaping care? If built, this complex will be highly visible. The last thing anyone wants to see in a few years is a poorly maintained property.

We have no issues with someone wanting to develop the area into a nice looking complex, (Strata Townhouses or Condominiums for example) that would be a benefit for seniors, or students looking for the convenience of close shopping and other services, but please consider the above mentioned concerns before allowing something of this nature to proceed.

Thank you for taking the time to consider our response.

Alan & Linda Weeks

OPEN HOUSE COMMENT FORM t CITY OF

PRINCE GEORGE

May 30, 2017 DELIVERED VIA EMAIL City of Prince George 1100 Patricia Blvd Prince George, BC V2L 3V9 Attention: Ms. Katy Fabris, Planner – City of Prince George

Dear Ms. Fabris: Re: Proposed Rezoning at 5920 O’Grady Road

We have received notice that an application for the rezoning of the above property has been made with the City of Prince George. Canadian Tire Real Estate Limited supports the rezoning of the property from C2 – Regional Commercial to RM6 – Mid-Rise Residential. We would like to make it know at this time that we operate a commercial business and our loading bays are located along O’Grady Road. Activity in and around the loading bays can occur at any time during the day and these activities generate noise. As a result of the nature of our business and location of our loading bays we cannot be subject to future restrictions on our site, including noise restrictions, which would impede our ability to operate our business as we currently do.

Should you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned at (403)441-7642.

Yours truly, Canadian Tire Real Estate Limited Jordynn McFarland Development Coordinator

CAnADIAn TIRE REAL ESTATE LIMITED

2180 YONGE ST. P.O. BOX 770, STATION K, TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA M4P 2V8

TELEPHONE (416) 480-3000 FAX (416) 480-3990

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RE: Request for Comment

CP100139 ( Bylaw NO. 8860 )

To City Council Of Prince George,

Subject property: 5920 O'Grady Road, Prince George B.C.

I think constructing a six-storey apartment building on this site is totally ridiculous!

That property is in the middle of commercial properties, ie: Save On Food, Canadian Tire, Home Depot,

Etc. The traffic in this area is already congested and adding more housing in that area will only add to

the frustration of getting in and out of the existing businesses .

All other residential housing in the area are single family dwellings and two stories at the most.

This building is to large for this area.

Andy & Marilyn Pastor

2855 Marleau Rd,