POST BY Lindsey Hart on Facebook

My comments made in reply to individuals first (below) , then her post (and petition):

As a candidate for Council, I believe it’s critical to prioritize sensible, sustainable growth. Sensible growth means promoting development on vacant, properly zoned land to meet demand without overburdening infrastructure, while also investing in sustainable technologies and enhancing green spaces. The real conflict of interest comes when councillors or the City itself have a vested stake in development—another reason municipalities should not be in the real estate business. Right now, it seems Council has already made up its mind and is moving forward, but developments that impact significant portions of the population must go through a transparent, clearly defined public review process where all perspectives can be heard. This is the kind of accountability and responsibility I will stand for on Council. I signed their petition.

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HER WORDS NOT MINE:

Hello Red Deer! The City is proposing major changes to our community, Clearview Ridge. While this change may not directly impact you, it’s part of a broader trend—the City has been making significant re-zoning changes across Red Deer.

We are asking for support from fellow citizens to show the City that people care deeply about their neighbourhoods and expect their concerns and opinions to be fully considered in the decisions that impact them.

Development is important, but it must be thoughtful, safe, and respectful of existing communities.
What’s being proposed in Clearview North?

40–70 high-density townhomes on the north side
18 narrow-lot single family homes

Why are we concerned?

Clearview Point (townhomes backing in to 67th) was originally planned for low-density (place of worship/daycare/assisted living) but was rezoned to high-density, doubling from 36 to 69 units.
Adding even more high-density housing will increase traffic, congestion, and safety risks—especially for emergency vehicle access.

Our stance:

We are NOT against development.
We are asking the City to listen to residents and make a thoughtful decision that balances growth with community safety and livability.
This is the link to the online petition we have created.
Thank you for considering!