Letters to the Editor

Candidate opposes CHCC project

Dear editor,

The impact of the proposed development by the Christian Health Care Center on the Hawthorne/Wyckoff border is being felt throughout Hawthorne. I commend the Save the Woods Committee for educating Hawthorne residents about the dire consequences of this development and join them in their opposition.

Ideally, I would like to see the CHCC abandon its plans and leave the area as it is: nearly 20 acres of beautiful woodland that protects the environment and is home to a variety of wildlife. I know this is unrealistic; the CHCC has the right to develop its land. While acknowledging this right, I think the towns of Wyckoff and Hawthorne should not allow 258 units to be constructed at this site.

The ball is now in the CHCC court. They know Hawthorne residents oppose the magnitude of the development and must take steps to reduce its size. They need to respond to concerns in some official manner. Additionally, Hawthorne's mayor and Borough Council must take a firm stand against the original plans and provide information to taxpayers as soon as possible.

I am a candidate for the Third Ward council seat. Residents of my ward are, understandably, upset about this development. But this is not just a "Not In My Backyard" issue. Water runoff, increased traffic, and the cost of emergecy services are just three issues that will plague the whole town if this development proceeds as planned.

I will fight to oppose overdevelopment in the borough.

Nadia Jass

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