My new home is less than a stone’s throw away from the property which is being proposed to be rezoned. And it would be the temple, if constructed that I will see looming over the homes from my drive way and the back yard!!
This is to voice my concern and opposition as well over the proposed Sikh temple coming up steps away from our community. Am quite surprised as to why such a huge temple would even be considered to be built right in the middle of small homes. I also believe that such a huge establishment will disrupt the peace and quiet in the neighbourhood that I was looking forward to.
I moved to Guelph from Oakville to escape the busy streets and crowds (even on weekends). The option to allow for re zoning of a property in the middle of our community leaves me feel cheated. It will become a very different place against what I visualised based on the Reid’s master plan when I made the decision to set up home just a year ago.
Being originally from India where Sikhism has its roots, I do believe such a huge temple will attract much more people than the low count estimated.It would invariably lead to much more traffic, noise and parking woes that will definitely spill out in front of our homes. I believe that scenario will lead to tension and indifference rather than respect and friendliness between ethnic groups in the community.
I do hope the City and council will take a good decision and genuine concerns will be given fair thought. VN