Black Rice Road Gate

Speaking for Richard and Dorothy Nicolos, he said they don't oppose the gate itself but want mitigation — screening or relocation of trash cans and relief from headlights — before it's approved.

The gate applicant and road association president explained the trash can relocation effort, the 2019 vote (70%-30%), and said the cul-de-sac location was dictated by fire and DOT requirements for the Diamond Village apartments project.

A resident at the top of the private road described illegal dumping, speeding, trespassing, and fire hazards from cigarette butts, and supported the gate.

Owns the first driveway past the gate; Google Maps sends delivery drivers into his property, damaging his embankment — he wants the gate built.

Brad Row's 79-year-old mother, home alone during the day, described fear from strangers wandering the neighborhood and asked for the gate for safety.

A four-year resident with two daughters cited trash thrown into his yard, pet waste, and safety worries for his family — he voted for the gate and wants it finished.

A resident who supports the gate, citing years of dumping and non-residents walking through the community.

Brad Row's partner, home with grandchildren, described strangers coming down their driveway and feeling unsafe — she wants the gate.

The Nichols' neighbor since 1986 noted how much the area has changed with development and hopes traffic can be limited.

In rebuttal, he said the Nicoloses aren't against the gate — they just want the trash and mitigation issues settled before it goes in.