Many have grown up in the Smith-Hale Middle School neighborhood, we have always felt safe and secure in our homes. My neighbors and I have built a  community that we are proud to call our own. However, this sense of security is now being threatened by an amendment proposed to change the zoning of Smith-Hale Middle School.

Zoning laws are put in place to ensure that communities are developed in a way that benefits their residents. By changing the zoning of Smith-Hale Middle School, we risk losing the safety and security that we have worked so hard to build. 

According to a study conducted by the National Association of Home Builders, rezoning can lead to increased traffic congestion, noise pollution, and decreased property values for nearby homes. These negative impacts will not only affect current residents but also future generations who will call this neighborhood their home.

Furthermore, rezoning could potentially attract businesses or industries that may not align with our community's values or pose health risks for residents living nearby.

As concerned citizens of Kansas City, Missouri, we urge city officials to oppose any changes in zoning for Smith-Hale Middle School. We want to maintain our residential community's safety and security while ensuring future generations can enjoy the same benefits.

We implore city officials to consider alternative solutions that do not compromise our community's well-being. We ask them to prioritize the needs and concerns of current residents over potential business interests.

We urge all concerned citizens within Kansas City Missouri area who share these same concerns about maintaining a safe residential environment for their families should sign this petition before June 20th meeting when a decision regarding rezoning will be made.

Let us come together as a united front against any changes in zoning laws for Smith-Hale Middle School!