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prefer his property to remain residential, but could only speak for himself. Chairman Bird asked Mr. Morgan if he was opposed to the rezoning and Mr. Morgan answered yes. Mrs. Minnie Sweeting, 2716 48th Street, addressed the Board and stated that the people whom she has talked with are opposed to this rezoning, and felt that once this can of beans is opened, there would be businesses and commercial establishments built right on down that street. She pointed out that she was familiar with truss plants and felt there would be a serious noise problem with the constant hammering, sawing, etc. Mrs. Sweeting explained that one of the reasons they bought their home in that area was the protection coming from the close location of the school and stressed that the land was zoned residential. She pointed out that the developer knows that this is the black area and that the residents are stuck there because of their financial position and the attitude of the people. She continued that this is something she and her neighbors have learned to live with, and they have accepted it. They are not hostile about this, but appeal to the Commission to appreciate and respect their desire not to have business establishments dotting the area where they have their homes. Mrs. Sweeting noted that most of the homes in Gifford are modest homes, but they are homes that are owned by people who never thought they would own a home. She felt sure Mr. Dritenbas will be able to find another location for his truss plant and asked the Commission once again to respect their homes and deny this rezoning request. Mr.•Bogosian explained that it is almost impossible in this county to buy a parcel of five acres of industrial land for much less than $25,000 an acre, or even higher if it is close to a populous area. He suggested that if the 14 54 PAGE 39