The Foothill Sunnyside Community Council, however, voted to support the master-plan and zoning-map amendments, saying that would allow neighbors to have a say in the design of the new supercenter.

Several residents said the ability to weigh in on matters of design and landscaping are not nearly as important as making sure zoning of the property doesn't allow for big-box stores when and if the Parleys Way Wal-Mart closes.

"We're hoping that one day the property will be used in a way that is more compatible with the community," Barth said.

In the meantime, residents are betting that Wal-Mart will remodel the Kmart building in a way that improves upon the existing store.

"They're going to do everything possible to make the building attractive to bring people there," resident Bret Jordan said. "They don't need a rezone."

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