A proposed community development in House District 89 has sparked significant opposition from local residents and officials, as highlighted during the recent Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) meeting. State Representative Robert Lane, speaking on behalf of constituents, revealed that not a single resident supports the development plan, emphasizing a unanimous outcry against it.

Lane's remarks underscored the concerns of residents in Parker and Murphy, two cities that would be adversely affected by the project. He stated, “My constituents are universally opposed to this development,” and joined local leaders in voicing their disapproval. The representative clarified that the opposition is not against development itself, noting that there are several ongoing projects in the area. However, he described the proposed community as “so different and so outside the norm” that it raises serious worries about its impact on current and future residents.

The meeting served as a platform for community voices to be heard, with Lane's statements reflecting a broader sentiment of apprehension regarding the development's implications. As discussions continue, the TCEQ will weigh these concerns against the proposed plans, highlighting the ongoing tension between development and community interests in Texas.