The EDGE Resource Pad Site was approved by City Council tonight upon the recommendation of the City Planning and Zoning Commission held 2/1/12 and those in support who attended the meeting tonight, approximately 65, including SWAPO leadership and Overcoming Faith Leadership. Those against the site attending tonight numbered 4. There were about 7 speakers for and one against. In summary, the primary reasons for approval:
· The well thought out location, low visibility
· Sensitivity to blending the site within the surroundings and sound proofing
· Pad site located far from neighborhood homes
· No other location to drill that can reach these 530 acres
· Connectivity into the hike and bike system master plan from MLK to Sublett Creek Park with the East property side portion dedicated as a hike bike trail
· Existing nearby pipeline already in place
· No retention pond
· Truck traffic route only entering on Eden Rd from Hwy 287
· Reduced truck traffic during major events at MLK or Tierra Verde Golf Club
· Acceptance of EDGE property into the Audubon International Signature Program
Approximately 450 mineral home owners will benefit from Royalty checks, after production. SWAPO will continue to follow the construction plans and time tables.
Notice of Public Hearing, posted previously:
Case Number: SUP11-13
1) Planning and Zoning Commission Public Hearing Date: 2/1/12, 5:30pm.
2) City Council Public Hearing Date: 02/21/12, 6:15 pm
Applicant: Brad Pittman
Edge Barnett Operating Company LLC
Address: 4388 Vickery Boulevard, Suite 100
Fort Worth, Texas 76107
Telephone Number: 817-870-0130
Site Location: 4700 Eden Road generally located south of Eden Road and west
of U.S. 287 Highway.
Current Zoning: Village on the Green – Residential (VG-R)
Request: Specific Use Permit (SUP) for gas drilling
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