Do we really need another noisy, congested intersection in Comox Valley?

Dear editor,We have grave concerns regarding the proposed  development at the MacDonald and Guthrie intersection.Do we really need another noisy congested intersection and mini mall? The once-beautiful Comox Valley is inundated with big box stores and shopping malls. Please reconsider such a high -density,  noisy, commercial zone near our home on Evans Place.We have lived in the Comox valley for over 32 years. Change is inevitable but can't the commercial area be built over by Quality foods or not built at all?We are opposed to the development permit application No. DP 09-10 Plan VIP84899 Lot A district Lot 170.Home Depot/Costco/Thrifty/Quality Foods/Shoppers Drug Mart/M&M — it goes on and on.I would also like to address our concerns across the street in the MacDonald Bog. We love the wildlife; birds, herons, frogs, etc. that inhabit this wonderful boggy area.Can anybody assure us that this bog will not be turned into yet another commercial business area or  housing development? We purchased this home in November because of the proximity to the unique bog and the adjacent park.Please do not develop these green spaces.Heather & Jim Alton,Courtenay