We're feeling encouraged by the positive response from the redevelopment company, spurred by nearly 10,000 signatures and Facebook likes.
Breaking news! We received a call from the redevelopment company's inquiry department stating, "Regarding the agreement (draft) prohibiting the use of 'private residences' as lodging facilities, we apologize for the delay. We plan to present it after the New Year and aim to have it signed by the developer and residents." When we called in May this year, they said "opinions haven't been consolidated" and we hadn't heard anything since. Given this positive development, we responded, "Let's do that."
They also mentioned, "We've received concerns from nearby residents about 'wells drying up,' so we're conducting a borehole survey. We'll notify each household of the results as soon as they're available." We replied, "We appreciate the consideration for water vein issues. If that's the content, please proceed."
Regarding the relocation of Building A, both parties have yet to find common ground. However, they stated, "We will hold an explanatory meeting in October based on the design plans." I sensed that with the growing momentum of our campaign, "we might be able to move 'Building A' even slightly further east. That would protect the Kakitsubata and the landscape."
I believe this shift resulted from raising public awareness through the 8,000 citizen signatures, the 1,000 signatures from overseas individuals, and the English appeal signatures collected from renowned botanical gardens.
We intend to continue gathering signatures and appealing to the public while negotiating with the other party to achieve a favorable outcome.
To all who have supported us thus far, we offer our progress report and gratitude, and ask for your continued support.
Secretary General, Tsutomu Miki
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