In a recent government meeting, discussions centered around a proposed development plan for six residential lots in the Red Oak neighborhood, which has faced scrutiny due to environmental concerns. David Bray, representing the Bray firm, presented the amended plan, noting that it had received positive feedback during a prior meeting with the Red Oak Neighborhood Association. However, he indicated that he was not privy to the association's subsequent deliberations.

Stancy Woods, a resident of Red Oak, raised significant environmental concerns regarding the proposed site, located at the southwest corner of Shelby Drive and Boinghire. She highlighted the presence of a leaking underground storage tank (LUST) site nearby, which had previously housed gas stations. Woods urged for further investigation into potential soil and groundwater contamination before any development proceeds, citing risks associated with vapor intrusion and soil contamination.

Shirley Jack, another resident, referenced a recent public hearing by the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board, where Bray spoke in favor of the application while another resident opposed it. Jack pointed out a procedural error in the board's recommendation, which had unanimously rejected a motion related to the application. She questioned whether this error affected the application’s progression to the city council.

The meeting underscored the community's concerns about environmental safety and procedural integrity in the development process, as residents called for thorough investigations before any construction begins.