Activists oppose turning Michael Jackson’s home into tourist spot

Neighbours say 'Never!' to Neverland Ranch development

By Laura Ferreiro|

** FILE ** In this Nov. 8, 2007 file photo, pop star Michael Jackson poses on the red carpet during the RainbowPUSH Coalition Los Angeles 10th annual awards in Los Angeles. Jackson filed a lawsuit Wednesday March 4, 2009 to try to stop the scheduled auction of thousands of his personal possessions.(AP Photo/Danny Moloshok, file)

Several neighbours who live in the California community near Michael Jackson‘s Neverland Ranch have formed a group to oppose to turning the late pop star’s former home into a tourist attraction.

According to local activist Bob Field, several people in the Santa Ynez Valley community have formed a group called ‘Never!‘ to oppose any development that might turn the ranch into a tourist destination, reports the Associated Press.

They are seeking reassurances from property co-owner Thomas Barack that he won’t develop the site, claiming that such a move would disrupt their tranquil community. They added that it does not have the roads, security or infrastructure to support the crowds that would likely be drawn there as a result.

–By our Los Angeles staff.

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