Purpose: To build broader community support and amplify your campaign.
Message: Encourage local homeowner associations (HOAs) and community groups to join the opposition, share information with their members, and potentially send collective letters of opposition to the relevant authorities.
Email Template to Local Community Groups and HOAs
Subject: Join Us in Opposing the Home Depot Development at Lorraine & Rangeland
Dear [Community Group or HOA Name],
As a resident of Lakewood Ranch, I am reaching out to request your support in opposing the proposed Home Depot development at Lorraine and Rangeland. This project threatens to disrupt our residential community with increased traffic, noise, and environmental impacts.
Your organization plays a vital role in maintaining the quality of life in our neighborhood. By joining us in opposing this development, we can present a united front and protect our community’s character and environment.
Please consider sharing this information with your members and encouraging them to take action by contacting local officials and attending public meetings.
Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Your Email Address]
While you’re at it, also send email to these key officials and departments:
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Express your environmental concerns, including the impact on wildlife and air quality.
County Commissioners: Share your opposition to the zoning changes and emphasize the importance of preserving our community’s character.
Planning and Zoning Department: Highlight technical concerns such as traffic, flooding risks, and compliance with zoning laws.
Local Education Officials: Raise school safety concerns, particularly the risks posed by increased traffic near school zones.
County Planning Commission: Urge them to recommend against the proposed zoning changes and development, emphasizing the risks to community safety, environmental health, and overall quality of life.
Home Depot Investor Relations: Voice your concerns directly to Home Depot’s leadership, emphasizing how this development will negatively impact the community and potentially harm the company’s reputation. Encourage them to reconsider the proposed location and engage with the community to find a more suitable site.