Re: Opal Hester’s Nov. 28 letter, “Eager for a Wal-Mart�:
I realize that Ms. Hester wants a store at the old Kmart site, but there is not enough parking lot space for a Wal-Mart at the Kmart location and still have parking spaces available for Trader Joe’s, IHOP, the China Palace, Boston Market, Masters’ Donut Shop, Batteries Plus, etc.
Also, Victoria Avenue itself cannot handle the additional vehicle traffic that would ensue.
If Wal-Mart is eager to do business in this community, then let the company find an area large enough to accommodate all aspects of the store, including their large parking lot requirements. The Kmart site is not big enough for a Wal-Mart store, period — especially a Wal-Mart Super Store.
— Edie Stettnisch, Ventura
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