Why would the developer refuse to speak on camera? Worried about some old warrants? An ex who wants her back child support?
Second, why would the town council approve this BEFORE they received input from the residents who would be most affected by this? Why kind of wheeling and dealing went on to get this one fast-tracked?
The simple fact is that these "group homes" are a cottage industry. Get one licensed and approved and the feds and state will shower you with money. Of even greater concern to the neighbors is the record of escapes, assaults, and thefts associated with these homes.
Use your head - if they're not dangerous, if they don't pose a risk, THEN WHY WOULD THEY HAVE TO BE LOCKED UP?
Everything about this stinks to high heaven