Recently, there’s been a significant amount of discussion surrounding the new Fusion Recovery LLC operation in our village. It seems to be a matter of concern for many, and rightfully so. Today, we’ll take a closer look at this issue.
Fusion Recovery is represented by the law firm Bond, Schoeneck & King. In a recent letter to the Village Board, they stated that Fusion’s services align with the definition of a “Medical Facility” under our zoning laws. However, there’s an interesting twist to the tale: Fusion Recovery was granted a Certificate of Occupancy (CO) for “professional offices”, not a “Medical Facility”.
Moreover, it’s worth noting that Fusion’s operation may not conform to the standards and guidelines outlined for either a “medical facility” or “professional offices”. Their daily operations involve elements not typically associated with either of these designations, which begs the question of whether their CO is appropriate for their operations.
Fusion’s attorneys also argued that changes to our zoning laws could violate federal laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act, as the proposed amendments could discriminate against people with disabilities. However, it’s crucial to remember that any potential changes aim to protect and maintain the wellbeing of our community as a whole.
Fusion’s legal threats should not cause us to shy away from protecting our community. We believe we have solid legal grounds to defend any actions we take to ensure our village zoning laws are upheld, and we shouldn’t capitulate merely because of the threat of a lawsuit.
Rest assured, your concerns are being heard. The village board is actively addressing this issue and is working hard to safeguard our community. We’ll continue to update you as the situation progresses.
Thank you for your continued engagement and support.