re: and the piss-poor development of the Northshore continues

RACE TRAC GAS STATION UPDATE: The Tuesday night meeting was very well attended and the Race Trac attorney presented arguments for the variances. The sale is pending decision on variances. What it comes down to: Race Trac does not agree with Mandeville's regulations and wants them waived. Multiple requests: lighting, 3 ft fill, impervious concrete covering, height of canopy, LED lighting, electronic sign, required buffer, etc. Race Trac can probably scale down their requests on most EXCEPT: removal of 30+trees, including several Live Oaks large enough to qualify for Live Oak Society. Mandeville usually takes a hard line on tree removal-so there is hope. The property has the proper zoning for a gas station, so it all comes down to whether or not the variances will be granted. Sign the petition, write your councilman and email:
lspranley@cityofmandeville.com asking that the Committee stick to the Mandeville requirements and NOT grant the variances. Vote to be taken on 8/22.