There are plans to build a new factory in parkland near where you live. Write a letter to the local council. In your letter give reasons why you are against the plans explain why the parkland should stay suggest what action the council should take Write at least 150 words. You do NOT need to write any addresses. Begin your letter as follows: Dear Sir or Madam,

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing
this
letter to express my opposition regarding the planned construction of a new factory in central street parkland. I am a resident of that area. Building a factory there will have adverse effects on the residents as well as other species who live in the
park
. Being the only
park
in
town
, it is not only frequently visited by the
town
people as well as is home to a number of migratory birds.
Additionally
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the
park
has a wide coverage of lots of trees,
thus
acting as
town's
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the town's
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lungs. It
also
functions as
towns
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cultural
center
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with people of different age groups and
ethnics
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gather there for recreational activities. Destroying the
park
will
meant
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destroying the
town
ethically, environmentally and morally.
Also
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the
park
is
a
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of great historical importance to us as various movements which reshaped the
town
have taken place there. Losing the
park
meant losing
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identity.
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,
i
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would be grateful if you could present these arguments in the
next
council meeting and use your power to halt
this
construction of the factory.
Furthermore
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a copy of
this
letter is sent to the newspapers in order to raise awareness about the issue. I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible.
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sincerely, Dave

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