Preserve evidence? What 'evidence' is there to preserve?

It is amazing what 1 person can stop this from getting approved. I have a strange feeling that there is more then meets the eye behind this. Like maybe someone on the council not wanting the chickens but are using the neighbor as the reason verses being the bad guy.

ChiJaki - if you were the objector you might feel differently.

Geeze - I didn't get my way......so now I am going to kick my feet on the floor and hold my breath till I turn blue if I don't get what I want!
Neighbors dont want it, was not zoned for it, village llstened, and did not go the way you wanted. Time to move on.

I would like to clarify - and the Village of Palatine has said this as well: This was for a single resident use on half-acre property. NOT a blanket appeal for backyard hens in Palatine. This was never something that was to allow chickens for the village of Palatine.

I went last night to watch, and it was sad that the young lady didn't even get a chance to speak her case. Even if they vote no, your own Local government that you live in and pay taxes for should at least let you say something for yourself.

The concern resident about predatory animals, guess what there are going to be these animals with or without these chickens. Maybe we shouldn't have small dogs and cats they attract coyotes. This is America and if someone wants to raise chickens for food they should be able to. This is where government needs to get their nose out of our business.

I was there last night as well. This isn't just about chickens anymore. We have a local governement making decisions based on there own agenda. The couple was told they would have the opportunity to present additional evidence. Last night they were denied that opportunity. Councilman Kleg told one of our supporters, "it doesn't matter what evidence they would have presented. I never would have voted for it because I just don't think it's right." Others who didn't have an objection didn't stand up for Vanessa's right to be heard. Other members of the town were not given the right to be heard. Is this who we really who we want running our town?

Single use??? lol How would you deny the next request if this is granted???

In my wildest dreams I can't imagine an egg that would taste good enough to be worth all the trouble this woman has created already. Why not just move if it's that important?

I live "in the neighborhood" and can speak to the thought of predatory animals. Yes, chickens will without a doubt draw predatory animals near. The feral cat population in my neighborhood (which is a few streets down) has dramatically reduced recently because of coyote's. One was torn to shreds right in my back yard a couple months ago and found by my children the next morning. My neighbors actually witnessed the attack. They still leave piles of excrement in my back yard from time to time.

Add barn yard animals, in pens, to that mix in a populated area and you will have major issues.

Jerry - the village is there protect peoples rights (even if you disagree) - regardless of how many people feel the opposite.

"The Illinois Constitution states 'A frequent recurrence to the fundamental principles of civil government is necessary to preserve the blessings of liberty.' The fundamental principles of government are widely recognized as rule of law, representative government, consent of the governed, limited government, and democracy. Democracy is meant to ensure that each citizen has an equal say in the decisions that affect their lives." That did not happen last night and the rights of the people were not protected!!!!!

Jerry - are you saying that Democracy says majority rules when - for example - it comes to issues of religion, free speech, etc? If so, most of what we hold dear would not be allowed since the majority may object (eg, fringe religions, flag burning, etc)

I suppose this is what happens when lawyers want to keep chickens.

I made a comment.. it is my opinion.. There is no need to be rude in comments about my post. 1 neighbor came forth to object the chickens. So this 1 neighbor has this much power? Seems unfair to me. It is just my thought on the matter.