HomeMy WebLinkAboutLetter #61 Dave ShepherdFebruary 22, 2021
Joe Shestak
Board of Zoning Appeals
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Dear Joe,
As a resident and business owner in Carmel, I am writing to you in regard to the GOAT concept. I have a cursory
understanding of the GOAT concept in Carmel and it’s early challenges. I also have an understanding of the desire
and plans for economic development of the Mid-Town entertainment district. Carmel’s growth and evolution during
my life has been nothing short of amazing.
The GOAT’s owner and proprietor is a dedicated resident and business person in the City of Carmel. He has
invested and grown multiple businesses since 2001. He has addressed many of the early challenges showing that
his dedication to the growth of the city is unquestionable. In fact, my company has done business with Kevin Paul,
and my employees have often frequented his establishments for many years. All of these organizations are well run,
and our dealings with them have been delightful and appreciated.
I believe in local companies working with and supporting local businesses. Organizations dedicated to the growth
and development of our great city are imperative to our continued and progressive growth. Therefore, I would like to
express my support of the GOAT’s requests for variances to operate within the city. It is my belief that the GOAT
should operate in a consistent manner as other similar business and be held to similar standards. All new businesses
experience growing pains and challenges. It is how these organizations choose to address these challenges that
ultimately determine both their success and place within the community.
I would appreciate your support of a business that is willing to be collaborative and has the record of success that
Kevin’s organizations have.
Sincerely,
David P. Shepherd
Chairman
Shepherd Insurance
111 Congressional Boulevard, Suite 100, Carmel, IN 46032 | T 317.846.5554 | F 317.846.5444 | shepherdins.com