During the public comment period, opinions sharply divided on the impact of the Rio Vista project. One local argued that it was a "Trojan horse" for destruction, raising concerns over the fate of the 13,000-year-old Palmer's oak tree. This ancient tree has profound historical and ecological significance, which many in the community strongly felt should be preserved over new development. Locals voiced fears about losing open space and the environmental consequences of such actions.
Council member Armando Carmona expressed frustration during the fierce debates, highlighting the intense pressure from those for the development. He stated, "Your people are threatening through emails and letters to try to scare our community into submission," emphasizing that community concerns were being dismissed and that they would not succumb to pressure regarding the future of their land.
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