Something is bothersome about this land development…
TACC Developments has started work on land they purchased from a local farmer during COVID times — land that was part of the now-infamous Greenbelt scandal. This area, near Concession 3 and Whites Rd, is known habitat for wild turkeys and deer. Residents have recently witnessed heavy equipment activity, including digging and clearing, on this supposedly “environmentally sensitive” land.
A few months ago, they were destroying and burning trees, and now the construction activity has escalated. Wildlife is being pushed out of their natural habitat and forced into nearby communities like Westshore and Altona.
Residents previously requested street lights in the same area for safety, but were denied by the City because the land was deemed environmentally sensitive for wildlife. So why is TACC allowed to operate freely, with no clear explanation or oversight?
What kind of environmental study, if any, has been done before allowing this work to proceed? Why are the City and officials turning a blind eye?
Also worth questioning: the farmhouse at Whites Rd and Concession 3 is still owned by TACC, but being used by DARS. If this is a legitimate partnership, why hasn’t the ownership been officially transferred? What kind of backroom deal is going on here?
This lack of transparency and disregard for both the environment and public trust is problematic. Does the public not deserve answers?
________________________________Mike Borie
________________________________Mike Borie
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