Loud protest against proposed Phoenix Mormon temple

PHOENIX — A proposed north Phoenix Mormon temple is drawing more opposition from area residents.

Church leaders want a temple built at 51st Avenue and Pinnacle Peak Road. The controversial structure won unanimous approval earlier this month from the Phoenix Planning Commission.

Neighbors protested Sunday on the building site saying they worry about traffic and crowds if the new temple gets built.

Protester Scott Anderson said they would feel the same way if a hospital or library were being built.

The two sides have talked and shared ideas on a compromise but church leaders have not changed their plans.

The Phoenix City Council is set to hear from both sides and come to a decision in about 10 days.