In a recent government meeting, a proposal for the Baritza Subdivision was met with significant opposition, leading to a recommendation for denial to the City Council. The discussion highlighted concerns regarding infrastructure, school capacity, and traffic management in the area.

Commission members expressed support for the development's potential but raised critical issues about the current state of local schools, particularly Pleasant View Elementary, which is already at full capacity. With no new elementary schools planned in the immediate future, concerns were voiced about the feasibility of busing students to distant schools, which some members deemed impractical.

The motion to recommend denial was put forth after considering public testimony and staff input. The primary reasons cited included the inability of existing traffic infrastructure at the intersection of Black Cat and McMillan to accommodate additional homes, as well as the subdivision's density being deemed excessive for the available space.

The vote resulted in a narrow 3-2 decision in favor of the motion to deny the application, which included annexation and preliminary plat actions. The commission's recommendation will now be forwarded to the City Council for further consideration.