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of its quiet, wooded, rural character. My family, like many others who chose to purchase and invest in this part of Ramsey, values the peace, open space, natural surroundings, and rural atmosphere that make this area unique. I live near the intersection of Highway 47 and County Road 27, an area that already experiences significant congestion during busy traffic periods. I am concerned that additional homes and the resulting increase in vehicle traffic will place further pressure on an already busy transportation network. I am also deeply concerned about the impact of the proposed development on wildlife habitat and the existing wooded areas. Clearing land for homes, roads, and infrastructure would permanently change the natural landscape and reduce the wooded buffers that help preserve the rural character of this portion of Ramsey. This development also raises safety concerns for children in the area. I have two young children who enjoy the nature, open space, and peaceful surroundings of our community. They have friends who live on 177th Avenue NW, and under the current conditions, I feel comfortable with my children walking through the wooded area to visit their friends. The proposed changes to the road and the anticipated increase in traffic would change that. I would have greater concerns about children walking or biking in the area, particularly along a road that could experience substantially more traffic. I am also concerned about the children who currently wait for their school buses along this road. Increased traffic and changes to the surrounding area could create additional safety risks for these children. I understand that Ramsey will continue to grow and that property owners have the right to develop their land consistent with applicable regulations. However, I respectfully ask the Planning Commission to carefully consider whether this particular development is appropriate for the existing rural character and