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Harman letter: Boise noise study

Regarding Boise’s noise: Airport neighbors, critics dig in

I am one of the homeowners affected by the possible location of the F-15’s and/or F-35’s at Gowen Field. I have been made aware of noise studies in the past. Not so this year. In fact, I was pretty sure after the last study, that it was decided that the F-35’s would not be stationed here. To find out, pretty close to the end of this survey, that they are again considering this, is quite surprising. Because they (Airport/City Hall/FAA) were aware of our protests in the past, it seems like they are sneaking this study in. I would like an open and honest assessment of all factors surrounding the placement of these jets here. And quite frankly, I would prefer them to be stationed in Mountain Home. That still brings tax dollars to Idaho. If Boise needs more tax revenues, how about ending tax breaks for corporations?

Janet Harman, Boise

This story was originally published January 9, 2016 at 11:34 PM with the headline "Harman letter: Boise noise study."

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