As many of you know, Butler Plaza is in the midst of a massive, 267-acre expansion, all without securing all needed permits and appearing to cut every corner available. The final straw? The existence of Gopher Tortoises on site, a protected and important species currently dodging tractors and bulldozers all for the sake MORE shopping.

We have proof the gopher tortoise is on the proposed site! "The primary threat to gopher tortoises is loss of habitat. The dry upland areas that provide prime tortoise habitat are targeted by developers that need to avoid wetlands for new housing subdivisions and industrial centers, along with the accompanying shopping centers and services" Don't let our greed harm this threatened species!