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This petition is presented in opposition to NW Georgia Land Holdings, LLC’s proposed Highway 101 Rock Quarry in Paulding County, Georgia at the Paulding / Carroll County line. NW Georgia Land Holdings, LLC is attempting to REZONE 201 acres of property located at 0 HWY 101 S, Villa Rica, Georgia from R-2 (Suburban Residential District) to I-2 (Heavy Industrial District) and seeking the Paulding County’s approval of a Special Use Permit to operate the proposed Highway 101 Rock Quarry. The undersigned individuals oppose the proposed Rock Quarry due to the numerous negative impacts it will have on the local community and the surrounding low-density residential and agricultural property.

The quarry’s impact on the local community will result in diminished property values, heavy commercial truck traffic that will disrupt the peace and quiet of the community and pose a danger to the safety of residents. Also, the blasting and heavy equipment alarms at the quarry will cause noise that will be heard from great distances away. Further, the blasting may cause property damage to nearby homes and structures. Additionally, negative environmental impacts on streams and wildlife, as well as the health impacts of air pollution from the quarry may occur. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), quarries can generate large amounts of dust particles which can harm both humans and wildlife. Thus, this proposed rock quarry may pose a significant risk for residents who will be exposed to these harmful particles, which have been strongly associated with other serious health issues such as heart disease, stroke, infertility, and pregnancy complications. To protect the well-being of the community, its residents and the local environment, this petition seeks to raise awareness and urge decision-makers to DENY NW Georgia Land Holdings, LLC’s Rezoning and Special Use Permit Applications for a proposed quarry at Highway 101 S, Villa Rica, Georgia. 

We must protect Paulding County's natural beauty, its residents' quality of life, and uphold zoning laws designed to safeguard such areas from harmful industrial activities. Let us stand together against this rock quarry proposal by signing this petition today!