In a recent government meeting, representatives from Freehill Ventures addressed community concerns regarding a proposed development project at Berry Hill Drive. Nathan Quinn, a spokesperson for the company, emphasized their commitment to working collaboratively with local residents and county officials to address traffic, water, and flooding issues associated with the project.

Quinn outlined that the current conceptual plan for intersection improvements is not final and will be subject to further review and approval by the county. He assured residents that the company is dedicated to finding a safe and effective solution for traffic management, particularly at the intersection of McCrary Road and Highway 840. He also confirmed that blasting for construction will be limited to the west side of the project, minimizing potential impacts on the nearby Gladeville Utility District.

Addressing water main concerns, Quinn stated that the project will not interfere with the larger water main located on the west side of McCrary Road. Instead, improvements will be made by utilizing the smaller main on the east side, which can be safely relocated during construction without disrupting services.

Flooding concerns raised by residents were also acknowledged. Quinn reported that a flood engineer has been engaged to ensure that the project will not increase water levels upstream of the intersection, committing to a \"no rise\" policy.

In a separate discussion, Jeff Tonk highlighted the potential economic benefits of the project, noting that property taxes could increase significantly, generating an estimated $651,000 annually from several properties involved. He also mentioned that improvements to the intersection would enhance access for emergency vehicles and school buses.

The meeting also included a proposal for rezoning a 13.96-acre property on Murfreesboro Road from rural residential to commercial use. Jessica Clark, a resident of the area, expressed her support for the change, citing the surrounding commercial development and the desire to sell her property for retirement plans. She noted that the community has been generally supportive of the transition to commercial use, with only minor concerns regarding noise from nearby industrial operations.

As discussions continue, both the development project and the rezoning proposal will undergo further scrutiny to ensure they meet the needs and concerns of the local community.