Core5 / Rot Farm

Argued that the board lacks sufficient information because nearby built warehouses are not yet open to show traffic impacts.

A Grand Park homeowner who urged the board to vote no on the Core5 warehouse project, citing negative impacts on property values and neighborhood character.

Expressed deep concern over truck traffic, noise, pollution, and lost property value near her home backing up to Plainfield Road.

Shared public health research regarding air pollution (NO2) near warehouses and urged the board to reject the project for children's health.

Argued that a 1.2 million square foot warehouse is not true 'light industrial' and raised concerns regarding chemical spills, runoff, and intense logistics traffic.

Urged the board to protect homeowners' equity, health, and safety by denying the massive industrial warehouse.

Expressed frustration with out-of-control traffic on Ridge Road and urged better road infrastructure before approving more development.

Pointed out that the applicant sent school district notices to the wrong district (SD 308 instead of SD 202) and questioned the true tax benefit to Plainfield residents.

Expressed concerns about farm access, traffic delays, pollution, and misleading tax claims regarding the Core5 project.

Shared concerns about noise, light pollution, dust, and heavy semi trucks violating weight limits on Cherry Road.

Emphasized safety concerns on Plainfield Road, noting reckless driving and near-misses, and asked the board to vote no.

Suggested alternative uses like retail, grocery stores, or senior housing instead of warehouses.

Shared near-miss traffic experiences while driving children to school across 143rd Street and urged trustees to prioritize residents over industry.

Called the project a 'community killer' that will drive out residents and lower home values.

Shared a family tragedy involving a traffic accident and urged trustees to consider the health, safety, and wildlife implications.

Spoke as a Grand Park resident and runner about children biking to school and elderly parents walking safely, urging a 'no' vote.

Noted that no Core5 properties in the country are built directly next to residential areas.

Expressed concern about temporary diesel generators running 24/7 if temporary power is needed before substations are built.