HomeMy WebLinkAbout20102174.tiff SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL
REVIEW (USR) APPLICATION
R PLANNING DEPARTMENT USE DATE RECEIVED:
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APPLICATION RECEIVED BY PLANNER ASSIGNED:
Parcel Number 1 307-36-0-00-01 8
(12 digit number-found on Tax I.D.information,obtainable at the Weld County Assessors Office,or)www.co.weld.co.us.
Legal Description PT 36-2-65 Lot B Rec Exempt Re-2164(3.13R)6876 47 CR Weld 0, Section 36 , Township 2 North,
Range 65 West, Flood Plain: Zone District: , Total Acreage:247.87 acres , Overlay
District: , Geological Hazard: , Airport Overlay District:
FEE OWNER(S) OF THE PROPERTY:
Name: Kevin D or Heather M Willard
Work Phone#303-536-4559 Home Phone# 303-419-7787 Email alfalfa123aol.com
Address: 6876 WCR 47
Address:
City/State/Zip Code Hudson, CO 80642
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APPLICANT OR AUTHORIZED AGENT (See Below:Authorization must accompany applications signed by Authorized Agent)
Name: Kyle R Ostrand
Work Phone# 303-536-4559 Home Phone# 303-870-4876 Email kyle.ostrand@gmail.com EXHIBIT
Address: 6876 WCR 47
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City/State/Zip Code Hudson, CO 80642
PROPOSED USE:
W Spur Productions(WSP) is proposing to use the property owned by Kevin &Heather Willard near Hudson. CO for a
temporary Agri-tourism enterprise. The purpose of this endeavor is to use the current resource of land&location for an
additional purpose, to supplement the current agricultural based income. WSP would be hosting a fall festival as the primary
focus in this endeavor, but would offer a few tourism options later in the summer as a way to help promote the festival taking
place later in the year.
I (We) hereby depose and state under penalties of perjury that all statements, proposals, and/or plans submitted with or
contained within the application are true and correct to the best of my(our)knowledge. Signatures of all fee owners of
property must sign this application. If an Authorized Agent signs, a letter of authorization from all fee owners must be
included with the application. If a corporation is the fee owner, notarized evidence must be included indicating that the
gn ory has to leg I a t rity sign for the corporation.
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Signature: Owner or Authorized Agent Date Signature: Owner or Authorized Agent Date
2010-2174
• WILD WEST MAZE
HUDSON. COLORADO
Memorandum
TO: Tom Parko
Trevor Jiricek
Kim Ogle
FROM: Kyle Ostrand, Events Director, Wild West Maze
DATE: July 27, 2010
RE: Corn Maze USR Application — Early Board Hearing
Introduction:
• This memorandum is a request for an expedited or early board hearing in regards to our USR
Application.
Information:
We began our application for a Temporary Use by Special Review Permit with a Pre-Application
Meeting on March 19th, 2010. Since that time I have worked on compiling needed information
for our USR application. I submitted our entire application for what is termed as the '7 Day
Review' on May 28`h.
At that time there was a total of four items requested before the application could be
processed for final review. Those items are listed below:
-Phone number and address of solid waste removal company: Gator Rubbish
-Phone number and address of sanitary waste removal company: United Site Services
-Determination on whether the current property irrigation wells can be used for site dust
control, by the Colorado Department of Water Resources
-Traffic Study: "Due to the number of attendees estimated in the submittal (5,000 for summer
events and 20,000 for fall activities)the Public Works Traffic Engineer (Janet Carter) has
determined that a traffic study is required for this submittal"
I immediately submitted all information requested with exception to the traffic study needed. I
discussed the traffic study in depth with Janet Carter so that I understood what exactly was
• needed and how to go about putting it together. Once I found out that the study needed would
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need to be compiled by a certified traffic engineer consultant, I then became aware of the costs
associated with such a task. After discussing the needed criteria with traffic engineers capable
• of doing this study, it was determined that the expected cost would be around $5,000.
I was quite distressed when I became aware of the expectation of a $5,000 traffic study apart
from the required USR permit fees. I contacted Janet Carter, Heidi Hansen, Kim Ogle and a
prospective traffic engineer consultant (Drexel, Barrel & Co) to have a meeting to discuss such a
large expectation on our behalf. Upon conclusion of this meeting it was determined that many
items of the required traffic study could be eliminated. Drexel, Barrel & Co determined that
with the items eliminated by Janet Carter and information that could be utilized from Colorado
Department of Transportation's database, the revised bid for such work could be done for
$1,800.
I immediately contracted Drexel, Barrel & Co to perform our needed traffic study. I received
the traffic study yesterday July 26, 2010 and then submitted it to Janet Carter today July 27,
2010 to satisfy all needed requests from the 7 Day Review back in May/early June.
I went to the planning department to speak to Kim Ogle after I submitted the traffic study to
Janet Carter to discuss a timeline on our USR Application. Kim brought to my attention the
typical schedule for review, referral, etc amongst the associated county entities. Kim declared
that if the application were to go out for review tomorrow July 28, 2010 that we would be
looking at an October 5th Planning Commission hearing and an October 13 Board of County
Commissioners hearing.
• I am requesting for an early hearing before the Planning Commission and Board of County
Commissioners. The landowner, Kevin Willard, and I have invested a tremendous amount of
time, resources and finances into this endeavor to supplement our current farming operation.
We currently have everything nearly ready to open our operation on our declared Grand
Opening of September 23, 2010.
Part of the farm was taken out of alfalfa to plant corn for the maze, the maze has been cut,
supplies purchased, labor completed, etc while we were waiting for the process of the USR
Permit to catch up. We now are looking at facing an absolute disaster with this event as a
result of the timeline associated with meeting all criteria needed by Weld County.
We have already modified our original request for operation, which included a few preliminary
promotional events, prior to the fall corn maze, to help promote our featured festival. I ask
that you hear my request for an early board hearing. I have included information on the
essential components, which would be the largest areas of concern by the county below.
-Approval from the Hudson Fire Protection District Chief— Leonard Dye
-Approval from the Weld County Ambulance Services— Dave Bressler
-Notified City of Hudson of our event for areas of concern
-Solid & sanitary waste removal services & criteria
-Parking &traffic details to handle anticipated attendance
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We have greatly sacrificed our current operation by selling equipment, implements, vehicles,
livestock and many more things to try and make this endeavor a great feature in Weld County,
• and the state of Colorado. I ask that you consider our request for an early hearing that we may
be able to proceed with our Agritainment endeavor and open for operation on our declared
September 23rd Grand Opening and be open through October 31, 2010.
Conclusion:
I ask that you hear our request for an early hearing to process our Use by Special Review Permit
Application. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or require any further
information.
Sincerely,
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Kyle R Ostrand
Events Director
Wild West Corn Maze
6876 WCR 47
Hudson, CO 80642
• 303-536-4559 office
303-870-4876 mobile
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1 USR Questionnaire • •
• SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL
REVIEW (USR) QUESTIONNAIRE
1. Explain, in detail,the proposed use of the property.
W Spur Productions is proposing to use the property owned by Kevin&Heather Willard near Hudson,
CO for a temporary Agri-tourism enterprise. The purpose of this endeavor is to use the current resource of
land&location for an additional purpose, to supplement the current agricultural based income. The current
operation&use of the property is growing, harvesting&marketing alfalfa hay, &the proposed use would be a
short term addition to the current use.
With the ever changing world of entertainment and challenging economic conditions,families across
America are looking for available options to fit both conditions. W Spur Productions(WSP)would like to create
a fall festival that could meet these conditions. WSP would be hosting a fall festival as the primary focus in this
endeavor, but would offer a few tourism options later in the summer as a way to help promote the festival
taking place later in the year.
The late summer events portion running from July 1 through September 26, would consist of events
such as: Outdoor Concerts, Paintball Courses&Competitions, Family Movie Nights,Various Educational
Agricultural Demonstrations(draft horse pulling, horse training, sheep dog illustrations, mutton busting) &a
possible Farmers Market.
The primary focus of the entire endeavor would be from September 30 through October 31. The fall
events taking place during this portion would consist of the following: Corn Maze, Concerts, Paintball Courses,
Zip Lines, Pumpkin Patch, Trail Rides, Hayrack Rides, Helicopter Rides, Barn Animal Petting Zoo, Family
• Movie Nights, Farmers Market, Inflatable Jumping Pillow, Laser Tag&Various Educational Agricultural
Demonstrations.
The summer events would typically take place on Friday evenings, Saturday afternoons or Saturday
evenings. A concert or movie night would generally always take place in late afternoons going into the
evening. The agricultural demonstrations, paintball course&the farmers market would generally take place on
Saturday&Sunday afternoons.
The fall events would take place Thursday through Sunday during the afternoon. The bulk of the traffic
&attendance would be on Saturday afternoon&evening. Depending on interest drawn from local area youth&
schools the corn maze, youth activities&educational demonstrations may be available on Tuesday&
Wednesday during daylight hours.
2. Explain how this proposal is consistent with the Intent of the Weld County Code,Chapter 22
of the Comprehensive Plan.
The proposed use of the property by W Spur Productions very similarly parallels Weld County
Code, Chapter 22. The temporary use, of the currently farmed property, as an Agri-tourism attraction is
exactly what is encouraged by the Chapter 22 policy. WSP would like to present a type of attraction for
people that encourages them to get out into the rural setting of America & learn more about agriculture &
'farm life'.
With less than 2% of all Americans living on a farming operation, there is a great demand for the
greater urban populations to see what life on a farm is really like. According to North American Farmers Direct
Marketing Association over 60 million people visit farms annually to discover more about what'farm life' is like.
Providing education and entertainment in a rural farm setting is an idea WSP is seeking to provide as a way to
help supplement the primary agricultural based income.
• Chapter 22:
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• The proposed use is consistent with Chapter 22 and any other applicable code provisions or ordinance in
effect. Section 22-2-20.6.3 A.Policy 2.3, states, "Encourage development of agriculture and agriculturally
related businesses and industries....Agricultural businesses and industries include those related to ... agri-
tainment or agri-tourism uses." Further, Section 22-2-20.F.4 A.Policy 6.4 states"Encourage agri-tourism;and
Section 22-2-70.A TR.Goal 1 states"Recognize the importance of cultural and heritage tourism and recreation
to local, regional and agricultural economies, including events and sites such as corn mazes, County fairs, farm
implement museums,et cetera. Encourage the provision of adequate support services and facilities necessary
for the continuation and expansion of these activities, consistent with other goals and policies of the
Comprehensive Plan."(Weld County Code Ordinance 2002-6;Weld County Code Ordinance 2006-13)
3. Explain how this proposal is consistent with the intent of the Weld County Code, Chapter 23
(Zoning)and the zone district in which it is located.
The proposed event by W Spur Productions also parallels the intent of the Weld County Code,
Chapter 23. Using the current Agricultural Zoned property to host an event such as the proposed corn
maze, demonstrations, etc, requires the use of a Special Review Permit. Through the process of
obtaining such a permit you include all of the needed government agencies to make sure that all stages
of such a recreation event are covered &done correctly. Including the proper government departments
ensures that the proposed use meets the guidelines set forth by those respective departments.
The use of the property&buildings on our proposed location would be very similar to the uses at
a county's fairgrounds or a guest farm. It brings rural agricultural income based people together, but it
also brings non-agricultural related people&families together, & exposes them to an agricultural setting &
way of life. Exposure to agriculture is an educational need of urban families across our country.
(Chapter 23):
. A Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Recreational Facility with uses
similar to those seen at guest farms and fairgrounds in the A(Agricultural)Zone District
4. What type of uses surround the site(explain how the proposed use is consistent and
compatible with surrounding land uses).
On land surrounding or neighboring the proposed use site there are a wide variety of agricultural
activities. Directly to the west of the property there is an egg farm that houses several million egg laying
chickens. Similar to the current permanent use of the property there are several adjacent properties that are
farmed for alfalfa hay, grain crops&several produce crops. Also there are several nearby properties that are
used for livestock as well. Pasture ground for grazing&corrals for containment of multiple types of livestock.
One other type of use nearby to the proposed property is for the production of grass turf sod. There are also a
couple of non-agricultural uses such as a long term correctional facility&a natural gas powered power plant.
The proposed use is consistent with surrounding properties in the sense that it will still be primarily
used for farming outside of the short term USR (Use by Special Review Permit). Whether during the proposed
use or outside of that use, the property will be used for agricultural purposes on a daily basis. Anyone visiting
the proposed location will have the opportunity to view multiple types of agricultural production uses in the
surrounding area.
5. Describe, in detail,the following:
a. Number of people who will use this site
We are anticipating an approximate attendance of:
5,000 during the summer portion
20,000 during the fall portion
• b. Number of employees proposed to be employed at this site
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• The estimated need of employees to operate the events&activities are:
5-10(daily)employees during summer events
10-50(daily) employees during fall events
c. Hours of operation
July 1 —Sept 26:
Friday 4 PM to 11 PM
Saturday 9 AM to 11 PM
Sept 30—October 31
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 11 AM—6 PM
Wednesday 11 AM—6 PM
Thursday 11 AM—10 PM
Friday 11 AM—11 PM
Saturday 9 AM— 11 PM
Sunday 11 AM— 10 PM
d. Type and number of structures to be erected(bulk)on this site
There are no permanent building type structures proposed for this site.
We do however plan to erect zipline structures as part of the activities available during our fall event.
e. Type and number of animals, if any,to be on this site
Hayrack rides—4 possible horses used to pull the wagons
Trail rides—would consist of people bringing their own horses; but could consist of up to 25 horses
Draft Horse Demonstrations-a possible of up to 12 horses on the day of the event
Livestock Dog Demonstrations—a possible of up to 12 dogs on the day of the event
. Barnyard Petting Zoo—no more than 3 of the following animals: beef cow&calf, ewe sheep&lamb,
ewe goat&kid, baby pigs, puppies, cats/kittens, llama, ducks&chickens
f. Kind of vehicles(type,size,weight)that will access this site and how often
Common passenger vehicles (cars&light trucks), ranging from 2500 to 8500 lbs will access
property at a maximum rate of 500 vehicles per hour during peak hours of operation
Large transport vehicles (semi trailer), possible 50,000 lb gross weight with a loaded trailer will
access the property once(in the event of a concert)to transport stage&sound equipment
Farm implement equipment(daily operations of current property use)will access the property
multiple times a day
g. Who will provide fire protection to the site
Hudson Fire Protection District
it Water source on the property(both domestic and irrigation)
There are currently 3 wells located on the property:
1 Domestic Well (primary well in event fire or emergency during event)
1 Stock Well
1 Irrigation Well
i. Sewage disposal system on the property(existing and proposed
All sewage will be disposed of through the use of'port-o-pottie' units&a regular service schedule. For
detailed information refer to Waste Handling Plan
J. If storage or warehousing Is proposed,what type of items will be stored
No storage or warehousing is proposed for the site. Short term storage of pre-packaged food items is
possible in preparation of events taking place.
6. Explain the proposed landscaping for the site.The landscaping shall be separately submitted
as a landscape plan map as part of the application submittal.
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• There are no proposed plans for landscaping on this site. The entrance road will require maintenance,the
primary parking area will require maintenance &the general area around the hay barn will require some
maintenance, but no landscaping will be added.
7. Explain any proposed reclamation procedures when termination of the Use by Special
Review activity occurs.
All activities will cease after October 31, 2010. At this time the corn maze will be harvested for grain, all
equipment used for USR activities will be removed, paintball courses will be removed, any animals on site
for petting zoo will be returned to their respective owners, temporary admissions gate unit will be
removed, hay barn will be returned to its typical use of hay storage, all temporary food vendor wagons will
be removed &all portable restroom units will be removed.
8. Explain how the storm water drainage will be handled on the site.
Storm water drainage on this site will be very minimal given the two variables of very flat sandy soil&the
typical estimated rainfall for this region in the months of late September&October is very minimal. In the event
of excessive stormwater there is approximately 1000 ft of buffer filtration space between the parking area &the
Box Elder Creek.
9. Explain how long it will take to construct this site and when construction and landscaping Is
scheduled to begin.
It will take approximately 60 days to construct the zip lines, corn maze props, parking area lighting,fencing, etc.
I would like to begin this construction by June 15,2010.
10. Explain where storage and/or stockpile of wastes will occur on this site.
There will be no storage or stockpiling of any wastes on this site. Portable restrooms&trash removal will
be on a regular service schedule for removal from units. Please refer to waste handling plan for details.
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1 Property Ingress/Egress
• Property Ingress/Egress
The following information is the logistical& preparation plan for all traffic entering&exiting the
property.
-Traffic coming to any event will be directed to use Interstate 1-76 from either the southwest or
northeast. Traffic coming from the west will be directed to use State Highway 52. Traffic coming from
the north will be directed to use CR 49 (Kersey Road)to 1-76.
-Once traffic reaches the intersection area of 1-76& Hwy 52; they will be directed northeast on the
'Access Road'that parallels 1-76 to the northwest
-Traffic entering the property for any event taking place will utilize the existing entrance& access road,
which enters the property from the south. The entrance is located at the southern most point of the
property where the paved 'Access Road'turns north into what has recently been named Oak Street.
Please refer to Site Map for location of road.
-There is a cattle guard placed in the road at the entrance to the property. Two-way traffic will travel
over the cattle guard. The cattle guard width is 26 feet from side to side.
-The current access road on the property parallels 1-76 to the northeast approaching the outer edge of
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the irrigation pivot& building site. Traffic will be directed to use the existing access road on the
property for both ingress&egress purposes.
-The current access road is not paved. It is a dirt road with an aggregate surface. The access road will be
maintained at a minimum of 20 feet in width for two-way traffic. For details of maintaining the surface
&dust control, please refer to Dust Abatement Plan.
-The Emergency Access to the property will utilize an alternative route that will be unobstructed by
traffic. The Emergency Access will utilize the entrance off of Oak Street on the west side of the property
near the residence of Kevin& Heather Willard. This alternative entrance is actually the driveway for the
Willard residence, but it continues around the north side of the property around to the building site&
the proposed activities area. Please refer to Site Map for location of road.
-The Hudson Fire Protection District was notified of the use of this road for emergency access&they
found no problems with this usage
-Weld County Ambulence Services indicated that they would have no issue with the emergency access
location& ingress if Hudson Fire Protection District had no issues with the access
-In speaking with Gloria Hice-Idler(traffic engineer for CDOT Region 4); it has been determined that
CDOT will grant a one year access permit for 2010 to see the traffic impact from the event. CDOT also
• informed WSP that uniformed traffic control will be required at SH 52 on all Saturday events. CDOT will
need to approve traffic control for all events.
1 Parking • •
• Parking
Information regarding the parking location,sizing&operations for all event activities
Primary Parking Area
-Primary parking area will be approximately 2 acres in area. It will be located adjacent from the
activities area & along the access road coming into the property. Refer to Site Map for exact location.
-Primary parking area will have a stable surface made up of asphalt millings(recycled asphalt)or a
similar type substance. This type of surface will prevent dust, it will maintain a consistent driving surface
& it will prevent erosion or erosion conditions caused by excessive traffic.
-Primary parking area will be in close proximity to all activities taking place.
-A portion of primary parking area next to the entrance gate will be reserved for handicapped drivers.
-2 acres of parking area will allow for approximately 230 vehicles(115 per acre), under standard parking
regulations(9x20 ft parking stalls&24 ft isles&42 foot main driving lanes) We anticipate that this will
handle all parking needs of expected average traffic. On heavy traffic situations the overflow parking
area may be needed.
• -Primary parking area will be illuminated by lights that will point towards parking area &away from 1-76
roadway
-For parking pattern please refer to Site Map
-Parking area is located far enough onto the property, away from the property entrance to prevent any
vehicle staging outside of the property.
Overflow Parking Area
-Overflow parking area is somewhat unlimited in area, due to the location being positioned on an alfalfa
field. The given area marked on the Site Map is approximately 15 acres,which would handle 1725
vehicles at one time.
-The surface for the overflow parking area will be undisturbed alfalfa ground. At the time Fall Festival
the final alfalfa crop will have been harvested&we anticipate the ground to be alfalfa stubble
approximately 4 inches in length.
-To prevent dust the overflow parking area will be moistened with just water, not a chemical chloride
product, to prevent vegetation damage to the existing alfalfa being grown there. Refer to Dust
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Abatement Plan for details.
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• -Overflow parking area will also be illuminated by the primary parking lights that will point towards
parking area& away from 1-76 roadway. Refer to Site Map for details.
-For parking pattern please refer to Site Map
Parking Staff
-During times of operation parking staff will be present to assist in the operation of parking vehicles
correctly&efficiently.
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1 Emergency Services •
• Emergency Services
Information regarding emergency medical&fire protection for Wild West Maze & Fall Festival
Fire Protection
-Fire protection will be provided by Hudson Fire Protection District in the event that fire protection is
needed
-Emergency Access to hay barn, corn maze&activities area is available by an alternative entrance to the
property that will be completely unobstructed by traffic
-There will be a PA system that can be heard in the activities area&corn maze; so that in the event of an
emergency, public announcements can be made to attendees
-A people count will be done for customers entering&exiting the corn maze,so that in an emergency
event the number of people located in the corn maze is known &can be given to emergency personnel
-Multiple water hydrants are located on the property for on-site fire protection. For hydrant locations
refer to Site Map
• -Water hydrants are connected to domestic well(permit#230317)that has 3 tap capacity at 15 gpm
-An identified & unobstructed area 100 ft by 100 ft will be available in the event that a medical
emergency requires a medical helicopter to land on-site. Refer to site map for location
Medical Care
-Emergency medical care will be provided by Ft. Lupton emergency services(per Weld County
Emergency Services Representative), in the event that emergency medical attention is needed
-On-site first aid medical care will be offered complimentary to guests by off duty medical personnel for
minor cuts,scrapes& bandages. Weather permitting this care will be offered in the activities area,
beneath an identified tent
-Emergency Access to hay barn, corn maze&activities area is available by an alternative entrance to the
property that will be completely unobstructed by traffic
-Hand washing stations with hand sanitizer&stations with fresh water will be on-site for guests to clean
any minor cuts&scrapes as they would like
-Food & beverage concessions will be available during all open hours to the public
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• -In the event of severe heat or dehydration complimentary water will be available at the on-site first aid
station
-There will be a PA system that can be heard in the activities area&corn maze; so that in the event of an
emergency, public announcements can be made to attendees
-A people count will be done for customers entering&exiting the corn maze, so that in an emergency
event the number of people located in the corn maze is known &can be given to emergency personnel
-An identified & unobstructed area 100 ft by 100 ft will be available in the event that a medical
emergency requires a medical helicopter to land on-site. Refer to site map for location
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1 Waste Handling Plan • •
• Waste Handling Plan
The following information is the logistical plan of handling and disposing of all waste generated by the
Wild West Maze.
Garbage Plan
-Waste company disposing of all garbage is Gator Rubbish
-Gator Rubbish will be providing 3 yard dumpsters to temporarily dispose of garbage
-No waste will be stored on site for any longer than 6 days, between service stops
-Gator Rubbish will remove garbage collected with a 1 time weekly service schedule
-Daily garbage collection will utilize a minimum of 12 — 50 gallon size trash bins with plastic liners,
distributed about the entire property
-All trash bins will be serviced&collected daily on an 'as needed' basis
-There will be a circulating staff that collects garbage from trash bins on a regular basis, several times
daily, 'as needed'
• -The circulating staff will also monitor the grounds for garbage or debris left lying on the ground &
collect 'as needed'
-At the end of every day the garbage staff will walk around the entire grounds to collect any garbage or
debris that may have been left on the ground during the duration of the day, to improve the appeal of
the property and to prevent it from blowing around&/or leaving the property
-There will be trash bins located at the entrances & exits to the corn maze, but not located within the
actual maze. Garbage or debris that may get discarded within the maze will be collected by the garbage
staff that circulates about the property
Sanitary/Septic Waste Plan
-Waste company disposing of waste is United Site Services(USS)
-USS will be providing the adequate number of portable units needed, as per their calculations on
attendance& duration on site
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-Service schedule of units on site will be determined per USS calculations on attendance & duration,
with a minimum of once a week service regardless of usage
-There will be a circulating staff designated to monitor portable restroom usage that will maintain
adequate needs such as toilet paper, hand sanitizer,cleanliness of units and hand washing stations.
-Hand sanitizer will be located inside each portable restroom unit as well as 1 centrally located sanitizer
station within the vicinity of the restrooms
-A portable hand washing station operated by water will be located in the vicinity of the petting zoo,
specifically for cleanup after touching& being around animals
-One portable restroom will be ADA accessible & will be positioned in a location that a handicapped
individual can easily access the unit
-There will be a portable restroom unit designated just for employees working in the portable admission
office, located just outside the admission office
-In the event that restroom usage could exceed anticipated calculations, USS is available to service units
upon request 7 days of the week
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1 Dust Abatement Plan
• Dust Abatement Plan
The logistical plan to prevent excessive dust from entering the air during the Wild West Maze Event.
Road Surface
-The road surface entering the property from the south is a dirt road with an aggregate surface.
-Prior to event traffic arriving the road surface will be maintained,to ensure that there is adequate
aggregate on the road to provide traction in the event of rain or moisture
-Also prior to the event the road surface will be moistened by water then a Chloride product will be
applied to minimize dust. The Chloride product that will most likely be used will be Magnesium Chloride
-The Chloride product will be applied as needed throughout the entire event as the road surface
changes, due to traffic or weather conditions
-Application of water& chemicals will be done with a 1200 gallon tank truck with a spray type applicator
• Parking Area
-The primary parking area that is closest to the activities area will have a recycled asphalt surface. This
will provide for any handicap parking needs as well as a dust abatement plan for the heaviest traveled
parking area
-The overflow parking area will be moistened with just water, not a chemical chloride product,to
prevent vegetation damage to the existing alfalfa being grown there
-The isles of the overflow parking area will be the largest concern for dust&they will be monitored
throughout the day. Water will be applied as needed to this parking area as it is needed
-Application of water will be done with a 1200 gallon tank truck with a spray type applicator
Activities Area
-The activities area is an area covered in vegetative growth. In the event that excessive foot traffic
creates soil fines capable of becoming airborne dust particles water will be applied to the area.
-The activities area will be monitored daily&throughout the day for dust control.
-As surface may become loosened with traffic;water will be applied to the area as needed to lessen the
• effects of heavy foot traffic
-Application of water will be done by either a 1200 gallon tank truck with a spray type applicator or a 30
gallon sprayer mounted on an atv
1 Noise Control Plan • •
• Noise Control Plan
The logistical plan for monitoring&controlling noise created by the Wild West Maze&Fall Festival
-The sources of sound originating from the Wild West Maze& Fall Festival that may reach excessive
levels are the following: live music concert, recorded music or thrill portion of corn maze with sound
effects
-All live music played will be from a temporary stage. Temporary stage will be setup so that the sound
will be directed to the southeast(towards 1-76 roadway)
-Recorded music may be played around the activities area from the temporary stage. This stage will
primarily be used for karaoke entertainment by guests
-The thrill portion of the corn maze will have props&sounds effects within the maze. Being located in
the corn maze will significantly distort&absorb the sound to prevent it from carrying very far beyond
maze
-Periodically during operation hours staff will monitor sounds levels from a distance to determine
whether further action to dampen or redirect sound will be needed
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1 Drainage Report • •
• Drainage Plan
The following is an explanation of how W Spur Productions will comply to drainage requirements set
forth by the Federal Governments Clean Water Act&Weld County's Water Quality Standards.
-The area of concern of site drainage &water containment is the primary parking area. In speaking with
Clay Kimmi, it is my understanding that the oils, grease, detergents or general water runoff from the
parking area is the area for concern. Clay stated that some sort of water quality feature will be needed
to accommodate the given area of the parking area.
-The primary parking area is 2 acres in size. Equivalent to 87,120 sq ft.
-Using the equation needed for sizing a water quality feature, it is determined that 2,400 cubic feet of
water retention will be needed to accommodate the parking area runoff
-The entire area of the corn maze & fall festival is very flat & has very little slope to create runoff. The
soil condition of the property is also very sandy.
-The Box Elder Creek is located to the north of the parking area. What little bit of slope exists on the
property, it is directed towards the creek bottom area.
-WSP proposes that the barrier of established vegetative growth located between the parking area &
the Box Elder Creek would work as a sediment retention feature.
• -Installing a form of retention pond or building a berm would require the disturbance of an established
surface on very loose sandy soil. WSP would like to differ from any sort of such feature which would
create additional problems. Disturbing the vegetative surface would present the opportunity for soil
erosion by either wind or water. This area is not irrigated & the average rainfall for our location during
the month of October is 0.12 in(12 hundredths of an inch).
-The activities area & location for all attendees is directly adjacent to the parking area, so locating a
water quality feature nearby becomes a problem for our logistic layout & presents the problem of
blowing sand where attendees are located, during any sort of windy or blowing condition. Additionally
in the event of rainfall a location that has had the surface vegetation removed will be a much less
desirable surface to walk on as compared to an established surface.
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1 Signage • S
• Signage
Summary of requests for public signage.
In preparation of The Wild West Maze& Fall Festival,W Spur Productions would like to advertise&
promote the event as best as possible. The following are requests for public signage & advertising
-Park one or possibly two transportation semi van trailers in the activities area of the property, near the
property line bordering 1-76. The van trailer(s)would have either a painted side or a tarp type billboard
attached to the side for advertising purposes. The size of the van trailer(s)are 8 ft tall&40 ft long. WSP
would like to utilize the entire side of the trailer for the proposed advertising. If possible WSP would like
to place fixed lights directly in front of the trailer to illuminate the sign at night. Lights would not be
moving or rotating&would be pointed in a direction that would not interfere with any traffic passing
by.
-Place 8 foot poles along the existing fence line bordering the 1-76 right of way&attach 2 square foot
flags to the tops of these poles.
• -4 square foot directional signs would be used at the 1-76& Hwy 52 interchange area as well as along the
access road approaching the property to assist with navigation to the property
-4 square foot directional signs would be placed along emergency access entering the property from Oak
Street&along the access road on the property to assist emergency services
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1 Water Features •
• Water Features
Description of water features or bodies located on the proposed property.
-The Box Elder Creek enters the parcel near the northeast corner of the property. It enters the property
from beneath a bridge for interstate 1-76. Box Elder Creek is typically a dry creek bed throughout the
year. There are times during the year that water is present.
-Every spring Henrylyn Irrigation District uses the creek to recharge augmentation for Central Colorado
Conservation District wells downstream.
-Once Henrylyn Irrigation District has reached the amount needed for CCCD they shut their canal off, but
there can still be a portion that seeps out of the canal&will run down the creek bed.
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• Gas Well Locations
-all natural gas wells on site property are operated by Noble Energy
Willard State EX 36-3
Lat 40.100168
Long -104.615215
Willard State EX 36-5
Lat 40.096454
Long -104.619271
• Accoterra State#3
Lat 40.092149
Long -104.618064
Accoterra State#24
Lat 40.098629
Long -104.608664
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1 Permanent Structures
• Permanent or Temporary Structures
The following is a list of temporary structures proposed for use during the 2010 event season. There are
no proposed permanent structures at this time.
-Admission Office/Booth
-Karaoke Stage
-Concert Stage
-Large Outdoor Event Tent
-Children's Playground Equipment
-Zip Line Attraction(pending design requirements,structure may need to be permanent)
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1 Event Activities
W Spur Maze& Fall Festival Planned Activities
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Corn Maze Vintage Plane Fly-overs/Air Show
Thrill Corn Maze Disc Golf
Children's Bale Maze Giant Jump Pillow
Live Music/Featured Concert Corn Games
Paintball Courses Hot Air Balloon Launch Site
Zip Lines Cowboy Church
Family Movie Nights Various Kids Activities
Hayrack Rides Children's Playground
Trail Rides Pumpkin Launcher
Helicopter Rides Barn Animal Races
• Farm Animal Petting Zoo Barrel Train
Pumpkin Patch Corn Sand Box
Mechanical Bull
Laser Tag
Hay Bale Pyramid
Karaoke Stage
Corn &Egg Shoot
Draft Horse Pulling Competition
Sheep/Cattle Dog Demonstration
Farmer's Market
Mutton Busting(Sheep Riding)
Various Educational Agricultural Demonstrations
• Roping Competitions
Food Vendors
2 Event Activities • •
Events Taking Place In Existing Hay Barn
• -paintball course Concert Stage
-movie nights -concern with stage location has been initially
addressed with the county to meet noise
-kids bale maze(in event of inclement weather) conditions. WSP's concern is facing stage towards(-
76 could pose a secondary problem of lighting the
-live music,concert, cowboy church(in event of
stage when facing towards the highway. WSP
inclement weather)
would like to know if there is a distance
-mechanical bull (in event of inclement weather) requirement needed for traffic,when stage would
have lights?
-bale pyramid (in event of inclement weather)
-farmers market(in event of inclement weather)
-kids games(in event of inclement weather)
Paintball
-spoke to Henrylyn Irrigation District official about
the concern of paintball paint or activity being a
• concern. Rod Baumgardner expressed no areas of
concern with the activity taking place in or around
the Box Elder Creek area
-indoor course would likely be used, during
inclement weather or after daylight hours
Helicopter Rides
-company to be used for such activity has their FM
license that permits them to fly on a 'tour'within 25
nautical miles of the said'take off location&then
return to the same location
-no fuel would be stored on site. Platte Valley
Airport is very close&would be the location for
refueling
-insurance concerns with such activity have been
addressed with both our event liability insurance,as
• well as the helicopter owner/operator liability
insurance
William J. Phillips
•
Civil design,Construction management,and Inspection
April 12, 2010
Weld County
Building Department
RE.: Metal Building Evaluation, 6876 W. C. R. 47
To Whom It May Concern:
Subject building is proposed to be used for a shelter for the public for
events to be held at this farm. The building runs northeast to southwest and is
open at both ends.
The subject building is constructed with a lean-to on each side which
• further reinforces the building from lateral forces.
My inspection of this building revealed that it is in very good condition and,
as constructed, meets the requirements of the 2006 I. B. C. It will withstand 30
pound snow loads and 110 M. P. H. wind, 3 second gusts.
Based on my inspection and review of the building structurally, I
recommend that this building be accepted as meeting the codes for the intended
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SIELD COUNTY ASSESSO.
PROPERTY PROFILE
Account#: R8516200 Parcel#: 13073600(
ere.: 0305 Bordering County:
: 247.87
Township Range Section Ouart.Sec. Subdiyison Name Block* Lot#
02 - 65 - 36- 0 - -
Owners Name&Addresst Property Address:
WILLARD KEVIN D& Street:6876 47 CR
6876 CR 47 City: WELD
HUDSON, CO 80642-9404
Additional Owners;
WILLARD HEATHER M
Business/Complex:
Sales Summary
Sale Date Sale Price Deed Type Reception#
2/22/2000 $425,000 WD 2751102
Legal Description
PT 36-2-65 LOT B REC EXEMPT RE-2164 (3.13R) 6876 47 CR WELD 0
Land Valuation Summary
Unit of Number of Assess
lType Abst Code Measure Units Actual Value
Va
A tural 4147 Acres 24
Agr cultural 4127 Acres 48.87
Agricultural 4107 Acres 58.29
Agricultural 4107 Acres 116.71
Land Subtotal: 247.87 $42,339 $12,:
Buildings Valuation Summary
Bldg# Property Type Actual Value Aueag
Va
3 Residential
4 Out Building
5 Out Building
Improvements Subtotal: $271,935 $59,3
Total Property Value $314,274 $71,5
Building Details
Account#: R8516200 Parcel#: 130736000C
Owners Name&Address: Property Address:
WILLARD KEVIN D& Street: 6876 47 CR
6876 CR 47 City: WELD
HUDSON, CO 80642-9404
B g# Property Type
3 Residential
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• Individual Built As Detail •
Built As: Modular Year Built: 1993
Exterior: Frame Hardboard HVAC: Forced Air
Interior Finish: Drywall Built As SQ Ft: 1568
Baths: 2 Roof Type:
firms: 3 Roof Cover: Composition Shingle
Stories: 1
Rooms: 0 Units: 0
Garage:
Attached SQ Ft: Detached SQ Ft:
Basement;
Total SQ Ft: Finished SQ Ft:
Account#: R8516200 Parcel*: 130736000
Owners Name&Address: Property Address;
WILLARD KEVIN D& Street: 6876 47 CR
6876 CR 47 City: WELD
HUDSON, CO 80642-9404
Building* Property Tyoe
4 Out Building
Individual Built As Detail
Built As: Shed - Hay Year Built: 2001
Exterior: HVAC: None
Interior Finish: Built As SQ Ft: 6000
# of Baths: 0 Roof Type:
# of Bdrms: 0 Roof Cover
#of Stories: 1
0 Units: 0
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Account#: R8516200 Parcel*: 1307360001
Owners Name&Address: Property Address:
WILLARD KEVIN D& Street:6876 47 CR
6876 CR 47 City: WELD
HUDSON, CO 80642-9404
Building* Property Type
5 Out Building
Individual Built As Detail
Built As: Shed -Utility Year Built: 2001
Exterior: HVAC: None
Interior Finish: Built As SQ Ft 15837
*of Baths: 0 Roof Type:
#of Bdrms: 0 Roof Cover:
#of Stories: 1
Rooms: 0 Units: 0
Garage;
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