What you're describing is the HP coaster.
I'm in the same boat as you, trust me. I'd prefer to keep JP a lush jungle. At the same time, if they deforest a bit to bring in a great new coaster, I'm not going to complain.
Until Raptor Encounter, JP sat untouched minus Kong. One and a half rides and a few walkthrough attractions doesn't quite cut it for the amount of space they have. Let's just be happy they're doing something.