The town board officially rejected the proposal to clear the woods on Dunning Street. Hold them to this commitment because we will be watching the site to ensure no development plans resurface.
September 16, 2023
Final supporters
Dear Town Board Members and Planning Board Members,
We, the undersigned residents of Malta are writing to express our strong opposition to the proposed plan to clear 400 feet of forested area on Dunning Street (between the “log cabin” house and the Partridge Drum circle) in order to relocate a state police station into a residential neighborhood of Luther Forest.
As concerned citizens, we believe that this relocation will have a detrimental impact on our environment and community. The clearing of the forested area will not only destroy the natural habitat of numerous species of animals and plants but also contribute to deforestation and climate change.
Moreover, the construction of the police station, parking lot and increased traffic will also lead to increased noise and air pollution, and traffic congestion, thus impacting the quality of life in our neighborhood.
Furthermore, this location is not appropriate for a state police station due to its proximity to residential areas and the crossing over the bike and walking path. It will not only be a disturbance to the residents but also affect the peaceful co-existence of the community.
10 years ago, the town of Malta turned down building a fire station on the same property for the same reasons. (It was moved to its current location next to Bentley's Tavern). Nothing has changed since then.
We are not opposed to keeping the state police station in Malta, just not at the expense of the last forested area to the Luther Forest neighborhoods.
We, therefore, urge you to reconsider this proposal and explore alternative locations for the state police station that will not have such a negative impact on the environment and community.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
July 11, 2023
July 10, 2023
The Town Board is still ignoring our concerns about the Dunning Street project. Call your local representative today and demand they stop this unnecessary destruction of our forest.
July 8, 2023
We are approaching 500 signatures and need to hit this milestone before we present our case to the board. Text three friends right now and ask them to sign to help us reach this target.
Reached 100 supporters
March 31, 2023
197 Comments
We support our local police and NYS Troopers in our community of Malta. But please don't clear cut Luther Forest acreage instead relocate within the Tech Park commercial land or in commercially zoned land on Rt 9 - Thank you.
I want the police department in Malta, however it should not be immersed a residential neighborhood. I can’t believe it’s even being spoke about. Whatever level of traffic they are saying will take place, triple it, I have extensive knowledge in this area.
The piece of land chosen for the Police Barracks is not only unfortunate, it will be dangerous for traffic, pedestrians, the police, and most importantly, for children. It will change our small town atmosphere her in Luther Forest. It would be unfortunate for all involved.
We live in an extremely low crime community. This is a solution looking for a problem. Putting this in a place that will devalue homeowners' properties is a slap in their faces and poor long-term planning. Other adjacent neighborhoods will lose faith and their homes will lose value.
The state police station is right up the street - why move it? We moved to this neighborhood for the peace and quiet it offers. And the woods there create a buffer to noise. There are 10 acres across Dunning from the proposed spot for sale. Why can’t that space be utilized?
May GOD-ALMIGHTY save the world's forests and the living beings therein from rampant deforestation and greedy corporations.
I do not endorse clearing of luther forest.
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The town board officially rejected the proposal to clear the woods on Dunning Street. Hold them to this commitment because we will be watching the site to ensure no development plans resurface.
September 16, 2023
Final supporters
Dear Town Board Members and Planning Board Members,
We, the undersigned residents of Malta are writing to express our strong opposition to the proposed plan to clear 400 feet of forested area on Dunning Street (between the “log cabin” house and the Partridge Drum circle) in order to relocate a state police station into a residential neighborhood of Luther Forest.
As concerned citizens, we believe that this relocation will have a detrimental impact on our environment and community. The clearing of the forested area will not only destroy the natural habitat of numerous species of animals and plants but also contribute to deforestation and climate change.
Moreover, the construction of the police station, parking lot and increased traffic will also lead to increased noise and air pollution, and traffic congestion, thus impacting the quality of life in our neighborhood.
Furthermore, this location is not appropriate for a state police station due to its proximity to residential areas and the crossing over the bike and walking path. It will not only be a disturbance to the residents but also affect the peaceful co-existence of the community.
10 years ago, the town of Malta turned down building a fire station on the same property for the same reasons. (It was moved to its current location next to Bentley's Tavern). Nothing has changed since then.
We are not opposed to keeping the state police station in Malta, just not at the expense of the last forested area to the Luther Forest neighborhoods.
We, therefore, urge you to reconsider this proposal and explore alternative locations for the state police station that will not have such a negative impact on the environment and community.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Updates
Reached 500 supporters
July 11, 2023
July 10, 2023
The Town Board is still ignoring our concerns about the Dunning Street project. Call your local representative today and demand they stop this unnecessary destruction of our forest.
July 8, 2023
We are approaching 500 signatures and need to hit this milestone before we present our case to the board. Text three friends right now and ask them to sign to help us reach this target.
Reached 100 supporters
March 31, 2023
197 Comments
My husband and I have lived here in Luther Forest since March of 1988 and we do not want to see any increase in traffic, noise, or chaotic events in our quiet neighborhood. It should remain residential. Thank you.
We support our local police and NYS Troopers in our community of Malta. But please don't clear cut Luther Forest acreage instead relocate within the Tech Park commercial land or in commercially zoned land on Rt 9 - Thank you.
I want the police department in Malta, however it should not be immersed a residential neighborhood. I can’t believe it’s even being spoke about. Whatever level of traffic they are saying will take place, triple it, I have extensive knowledge in this area.
The piece of land chosen for the Police Barracks is not only unfortunate, it will be dangerous for traffic, pedestrians, the police, and most importantly, for children. It will change our small town atmosphere her in Luther Forest. It would be unfortunate for all involved.
We live in an extremely low crime community. This is a solution looking for a problem. Putting this in a place that will devalue homeowners' properties is a slap in their faces and poor long-term planning. Other adjacent neighborhoods will lose faith and their homes will lose value.
The state police station is right up the street - why move it? We moved to this neighborhood for the peace and quiet it offers. And the woods there create a buffer to noise. There are 10 acres across Dunning from the proposed spot for sale. Why can’t that space be utilized?
May GOD-ALMIGHTY save the world's forests and the living beings therein from rampant deforestation and greedy corporations.
I do not endorse clearing of luther forest.
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My husband and I have lived here in Luther Forest since March of 1988 and we do not want to see any increase in traffic, noise, or chaotic events in our quiet neighborhood. It should remain residential. Thank you.