The Board of Aldermen of Oxford held their first of two monthly meetings on Tuesday, Mar. 3. During the meeting, several cases were in review and Oxford citizens were given the opportunity to come and voice their concerns about the changing of certain parts of Oxford that hold history, and other major issues they felt needed to be resolved.
As each resident stepped forward to share their opinions, some caught themselves fighting back tears when acknowledging how the city pays little attention to the livelihoods of the Oxford citizens, who have to deal with loud disturbances from reckless college students and public transportation vehicles.
All cases and matters on the agenda are important to the Oxford citizens, but one case that stood out the most was Case #1912, which was a request to conditionally rezone 30 to 58 acres from Country Estate Residential to (RC) Multi-Unit Residential, which was located on the 100 block of Old Taylor Road.
"It is difficult to consider rezoning any property right now when we have just engaged professionals to evaluate all parts of our city for a long-term, comprehensive plan. It would be impossible to obtain an accurate study with constantly moving parts." Jay Hughes, Ward I, said.
The rezoning on Old Taylor Road appeared to be the lengthiest and most relevant discussion because it effects so many people and resources, and must be evaluated according to law, and what is best for all of Oxford, not just the property owners.
"Every item on the agenda is important. Some do not require the same amount of discussion or input from the public, and all planning and growth issues are critical." Robyn Tannehill, Ward II, said.
The Mayor and Board of Aldermen hold regular business meetings on the first and third Tuesday of each month at in the Courtroom of City Hall at 5:00 p.m.
"The trail case stood out the most. There were pretty good points on both sides." Bryan Jines from Oxford, said.
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