Pickerington Area Taxpayers Alliance

He pulled out a yearbook from Pickerington Elementary and a dollar bill and suggested that the motivations were clear. He said that we were defined by our school systems. It is who we are. Lynette Borzowski (sp?) spoke in support of the ordinance. Michael Armstrong, George Hallenbrook, Gail Oakes of the School Board and David Ustend spoke in support of the ordinance. Sara Rose, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce stepped forward and scolded the participants for inaccurate and dramatic techniques. She quoted the facts and then asked the people in the audience who supported the controlled growth plan to stand while she talked. Since 90% of the construction workers, contractors and builders were standing so it was hard to see who in fact stood up in support, however suffice to say it was over 30. Bruce Reigelman of the School Board gave a very detailed numerical interpretation of the affect of that many houses and children affecting our schools. He said that if this continues with all taxes included in the area, the mill age would be over 50. Several people left after waiting for over two hours without speaking. The speakers were closed off at some 37. All speeches had to stop. Then Mrs. Heitmeyer who had not placed a sheet with Mrs. Yartin asked to speak after the speeches were closed. Of course Lou let her because she is the wife of one of the builders. Oh big surprise she was in opposition to the effort. Finally Mr. Shaver spoke and stated that he was disappointed in the attendance by the developers and contractors. He said that their motivation was clear. He suggested that the builders have made a great deal of money from this area and they should pony up for some support of the community by offering land, skills or $$ to help us get back on track. Mr. Eric Schottenstein then