Keep Serenada Serene! Stop the proposed HIGH-DENSITY developMENT

 The oak forest and open land in Serenada serve as a critical refuge for a wide range of wildlife. Deer, foxes, raccoons, opossums, armadillos, and skunks make their homes here, along with countless native bird species. These animals rely on the dense canopy, natural undergrowth, and open space to survive. If this land is bulldozed for high-density development, we lose not only trees — we lose a habitat that has existed for generations. Protecting this space means protecting the balance of our local ecosystem and preserving the natural beauty that makes Serenada unique. 

 Serenada is more than a neighborhood — it’s a close-knit community rooted in peace, privacy, and respect for nature. With large lots, winding roads, and towering oaks, our neighborhood was built with intention: to offer space to breathe, room for wildlife, and a tranquil escape from the sprawl of the city. Neighbors wave from their porches, kids play under the trees, and there’s a quiet pride in maintaining the unique charm of our surroundings. High-density development threatens not only the land, but the very spirit that brings Serenada’s residents together. 

 Serenada’s winding, narrow streets—free of sidewalks and streetlights—are part of what makes our neighborhood feel like a serene country escape. Today, children ride their bikes safely and play catch in the middle of the road, while neighbors enjoy evening strolls under the starlit canopy of oak branches. Under the proposed plan, however, every car entering or exiting the new 97-home subdivision would be forced through these same quiet lanes, creating congestion, noise, and safety hazards. Despite the presence of a nearby non‐residential road that could absorb traffic, the developer’s design funnels all vehicles into our community. This shift would not only compromise our peaceful way of life but also strip away the freedom and security that come from having simple, low-traffic streets. 

 Serenada’s deep, forested soils and spacious yards naturally absorb rainfall, slowly releasing it into the ground and local waterways. Replacing 29 acres of oak forest with rooftops, driveways, and narrow streets will send far more runoff rushing across surfaces—wherever it can’t soak in, water will pool in low spots. In heavy storms, this sudden surge can lead to standing water on roads and yards, washing out gravel shoulders, undermining driveways, and carrying sediment into our creeks and ponds. Over time, increased flooding threatens landscaping, wildlife habitat, and the very character of our community.