Some Neighbors Pumped About Kroger Gas Station • Coppell ISD Salaries Deemed Competitive • Vets Memorial Sent Back to Drawing Board • Affordable Apartments Planned in CFBISD
No mention of Old Town Park as a place for the Veteran's Memorial. Seems like there are place there, away from the playground and Farmer's Market Pavilion that might be suitable
I am a fairly new subscriber. I’ve looked over previous articles and can’t find anything on a particularly aggravating subject: What’s with all the Southwest planes buzzing the east side of Coppell? This is a new thing. I’ve tried to get info on this (including speaking with a recently retired Southwest pilot) but I keep striking out.
Is this a temporary thing? If not, what has changed at Love Field?
Scot, seeing you speak at tonight's council meeting reminded me that I never replied to this comment. I could have sworn I read an article recently about new flight paths to Love Field, but I couldn't find it. I'll keep looking for more information.
Thank you Dan. I’ve looked hard for something on that topic. If you found something you did a heckuva job. No hurry on a response, it is what it is :-)
I’m still licking my wounds from last nights Kroger gas station issue. Although I was sure the decision had been made before we walked in the door, for a while I thought we had a shot. Kroger’s presentation was a mess. I would’ve been embarrassed to present something like that. The way they answered questions should make us all feel uneasy. They were once a very good neighbor, but recent history proves they only care about themselves. Our City Council is going to trust them, but I don’t understand what that trust is based on. They’ve become a neighbor you have to keep an eye on and hold their feet to the fire.
I respectfully understand the opinions of those in favor of the gas station. But I thought the arguments against it should have at least resulted in a delay in the decision. What’s the hurry?
I think those against the gas station overwhelmingly won the debate last night, but it seems we struck out before we got our cleats on.
The last thing I want is for this to pit neighbor against neighbor, and divide our community. We can disagree and still be friends.
May 22, 2023·edited May 22, 2023Liked by Dan Koller
God Bless all US Armed ForcesI 🇺🇸🙏❤️
However, I too am curious why Coppell has decided to build a war memorial here, now, why? I’d like more back-story on how this project came to be. Is it simply because our city doesn’t have a war memorial like some other cities do (keeping up with the Jones’) or has there been an overwhelming amount of requests over the years from Coppell citizens requesting a war memorial (the city can’t ignore)? I’m not against it, by any means, but a war memorial should not be gratuitous (just because). Furthermore, IF erecting a war memorial in Coppell is inevitable, I whole-heartedly agree with councilman Hill’s comments and suggestion.
Thank you for keeping me informed on the happenings in my home town.
I question the need for a war memorial in Coppell unless we are going to honor Coppellians who have served in our military. If I read the proposal correctly, there won’t be names on the pillars. I mean no disrespect to our service men and women, but I grew up visiting memorials for those who served from that community with names listed.
And if this memorial will be built and approved, then I propose we add a pillar for Coppell police and a pillar for the Coppell Fire Department to make it personal to our city.
Donna, I'm with you; if the memorial won't list the names of Coppell residents who served, I'm not sure why Coppell needs a memorial that generally honors the armed services.
Scot, Thank you for your smart reply with its understanding of what this massive gas installation at Kroger will mean to this neighborhood of residential homes & two schools. My family has 3 cars now that a teen is driving. Only one of these cars’ owner does the regular grocery shopping today. With the mass of gas pumps, all 3 cars will be on the Kroger property, stopping, starting & idling, to get in line for gas. Multiply this by the number of extra cars per household that never went there for groceries, & car fumes will fill this area. If I understood correctly, folks asked about the pumps leaking fumes. Unless there’s a fire, that’s not the question to ask. The question is how many cars will be spreading exhaust during a 24 hour period. Many more cars will be on the property whose drivers never shop for groceries. This will be a car/truck magnet now & for the future. Market Street & Walmart are on freeways, both with overpasses & ramps. In no way do MacArthur & Sandy Lake resemble those two intersections. Let’s find a new solution to a real need, & say “No, thank you!” to Kroger’s offer. Does Kroger have a better, more neighborhood-friendly, idea?
There are reasons why huge banks of gas pumps are located right off large expressways & huge intersections as well as away from residential traffic. Cars & trucks dart in & dash out from all directions. People are in a hurry & looking for open pumps, not children or shoppers with money for snacks or candy. The enormous lighting covering the big center will shine in every bedroom close by. I already have to dodge cars dashing between Kroger & CVS & Donuts & the bank. Now another element of traffics will be added. The big trucks that unload behind Kroger will need to fill up & others will follow from the freeway. MacArthur is a residential street as it goes through Coppell. It widens only at 121 as it goes into Lewisville. What are people thinking? Kroger wants this large center open 24 hours a day. Eventually Kroger will get its way. Please, protect Coppell from huge polluting centers within her boundaries of homes & neighborhoods. We have many freeways surrounding us; let’s keep such massive freeway enterprise on the freeways. Martha-Allison Blewer
My concern is the same as yours. No doubt Kroger will have the cheapest gas in the general area (probably on par with Market Street and Walmart.) Not to mention it will be the only place on the east side of town selling gas, other than the inconvenient pumps at Sandy Lake / Moore Street. Most avoid that place because it’s too cramped.
I’m afraid we will have congestion problems at Kroger. How many homes are on the east side of town? Thousands. How many will use Kroger as their “go to” place for gas? Most of them. Not to mention the Valley Ranch residents that shop at Kroger and will get the cheaper gas there as well.
10 pumps in that small space probably won’t cut it at busy times of the day. I expect some backups onto MacArthur. When all pumps are being used, drivers will circle the area causing even more problems.
There just isn’t enough room for gas pumps in that area. As much as I would love cheap gas so close to my home, we must think of the repercussions of this proposal.
No mention of Old Town Park as a place for the Veteran's Memorial. Seems like there are place there, away from the playground and Farmer's Market Pavilion that might be suitable
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Yup. I mentioned that place in the Feb. 26 edition of the Chronicle Crumbs.
Thanks, I figured you already covered!
I am a fairly new subscriber. I’ve looked over previous articles and can’t find anything on a particularly aggravating subject: What’s with all the Southwest planes buzzing the east side of Coppell? This is a new thing. I’ve tried to get info on this (including speaking with a recently retired Southwest pilot) but I keep striking out.
Is this a temporary thing? If not, what has changed at Love Field?
Scot, seeing you speak at tonight's council meeting reminded me that I never replied to this comment. I could have sworn I read an article recently about new flight paths to Love Field, but I couldn't find it. I'll keep looking for more information.
Thank you Dan. I’ve looked hard for something on that topic. If you found something you did a heckuva job. No hurry on a response, it is what it is :-)
I’m still licking my wounds from last nights Kroger gas station issue. Although I was sure the decision had been made before we walked in the door, for a while I thought we had a shot. Kroger’s presentation was a mess. I would’ve been embarrassed to present something like that. The way they answered questions should make us all feel uneasy. They were once a very good neighbor, but recent history proves they only care about themselves. Our City Council is going to trust them, but I don’t understand what that trust is based on. They’ve become a neighbor you have to keep an eye on and hold their feet to the fire.
I respectfully understand the opinions of those in favor of the gas station. But I thought the arguments against it should have at least resulted in a delay in the decision. What’s the hurry?
I think those against the gas station overwhelmingly won the debate last night, but it seems we struck out before we got our cleats on.
The last thing I want is for this to pit neighbor against neighbor, and divide our community. We can disagree and still be friends.
I agree it would be nice to understand what changed. I’ve noticed this too the last couple of years.
God Bless all US Armed ForcesI 🇺🇸🙏❤️
However, I too am curious why Coppell has decided to build a war memorial here, now, why? I’d like more back-story on how this project came to be. Is it simply because our city doesn’t have a war memorial like some other cities do (keeping up with the Jones’) or has there been an overwhelming amount of requests over the years from Coppell citizens requesting a war memorial (the city can’t ignore)? I’m not against it, by any means, but a war memorial should not be gratuitous (just because). Furthermore, IF erecting a war memorial in Coppell is inevitable, I whole-heartedly agree with councilman Hill’s comments and suggestion.
Thank you for keeping me informed on the happenings in my home town.
I question the need for a war memorial in Coppell unless we are going to honor Coppellians who have served in our military. If I read the proposal correctly, there won’t be names on the pillars. I mean no disrespect to our service men and women, but I grew up visiting memorials for those who served from that community with names listed.
And if this memorial will be built and approved, then I propose we add a pillar for Coppell police and a pillar for the Coppell Fire Department to make it personal to our city.
Donna, I'm with you; if the memorial won't list the names of Coppell residents who served, I'm not sure why Coppell needs a memorial that generally honors the armed services.
Scot, Thank you for your smart reply with its understanding of what this massive gas installation at Kroger will mean to this neighborhood of residential homes & two schools. My family has 3 cars now that a teen is driving. Only one of these cars’ owner does the regular grocery shopping today. With the mass of gas pumps, all 3 cars will be on the Kroger property, stopping, starting & idling, to get in line for gas. Multiply this by the number of extra cars per household that never went there for groceries, & car fumes will fill this area. If I understood correctly, folks asked about the pumps leaking fumes. Unless there’s a fire, that’s not the question to ask. The question is how many cars will be spreading exhaust during a 24 hour period. Many more cars will be on the property whose drivers never shop for groceries. This will be a car/truck magnet now & for the future. Market Street & Walmart are on freeways, both with overpasses & ramps. In no way do MacArthur & Sandy Lake resemble those two intersections. Let’s find a new solution to a real need, & say “No, thank you!” to Kroger’s offer. Does Kroger have a better, more neighborhood-friendly, idea?
There are reasons why huge banks of gas pumps are located right off large expressways & huge intersections as well as away from residential traffic. Cars & trucks dart in & dash out from all directions. People are in a hurry & looking for open pumps, not children or shoppers with money for snacks or candy. The enormous lighting covering the big center will shine in every bedroom close by. I already have to dodge cars dashing between Kroger & CVS & Donuts & the bank. Now another element of traffics will be added. The big trucks that unload behind Kroger will need to fill up & others will follow from the freeway. MacArthur is a residential street as it goes through Coppell. It widens only at 121 as it goes into Lewisville. What are people thinking? Kroger wants this large center open 24 hours a day. Eventually Kroger will get its way. Please, protect Coppell from huge polluting centers within her boundaries of homes & neighborhoods. We have many freeways surrounding us; let’s keep such massive freeway enterprise on the freeways. Martha-Allison Blewer
My concern is the same as yours. No doubt Kroger will have the cheapest gas in the general area (probably on par with Market Street and Walmart.) Not to mention it will be the only place on the east side of town selling gas, other than the inconvenient pumps at Sandy Lake / Moore Street. Most avoid that place because it’s too cramped.
I’m afraid we will have congestion problems at Kroger. How many homes are on the east side of town? Thousands. How many will use Kroger as their “go to” place for gas? Most of them. Not to mention the Valley Ranch residents that shop at Kroger and will get the cheaper gas there as well.
10 pumps in that small space probably won’t cut it at busy times of the day. I expect some backups onto MacArthur. When all pumps are being used, drivers will circle the area causing even more problems.
There just isn’t enough room for gas pumps in that area. As much as I would love cheap gas so close to my home, we must think of the repercussions of this proposal.