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Home My WebLink About20253436 Exhibit Inventory Control Sheet Colorado State Land Board, c/o Weld Energy Center, LLC USR25-0018 Exhibit Submitted By Description A Planning Commission Resolution of Recommendation B Planning Commission Summary of Hearing (Minutes dated 12/2/2025) C Department of Planning PowerPoint Presentation Services D James Moore, Martin 12 letters of support (dating from December 3, Frazier, Bill Leigh, Martinez 2025 to December 16, 2025) Francisco, Crystal McCoy, Rigo Batista, Michael Gidcumb, Randy Willard, and Luis Ortega E Applicant PowerPoint Presentation (received 12/15/2025) F G H I J K L M N O P R 2025-3436 EXHIBIT Qa -GOB WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services W"COUNT-Y: USR25-OO1 8 Applicant: Colorado State Land Board, c/o Weld Energy Center, LLC Planner: Diana Aungst Request: Use by Special Review for uses similar to a Solar Energy Facility (Battery Energy Storage System [BESS]) outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. Legal Description: S1 /2 of Section 36, Township 8 North, Range 67 West of the 6th P.M. , Weld County, Colorado. Location: North of and adjacent to County Road 86; west of and adjacent to County Road 25. weld.gov WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT s6 df. Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO I r �"v- 'O Signs •iL•• . , -- ,. . .- ePublic Hearing Notices 1 r. :r. Weld County Adminishotion Building:1150 0 St.Greeley.CO 80631 X L n ,,1 • c { II _ a pj r',�0 CASE NUMBER: Public Hearing Notice . - � ..147 Weld County Administration Building:1150 O St.Greeley.CO 80631 IJ ., «{ • i \�`f\'.5.,-(7. /b' • 1• •❑�" Public Hearing Notice it Weld County Administration Building.1150 O St.Greeley CO 80631 1�_ s DATE: h , -b r - 'lQ25 TIME: 1130 P.M. C� jr. `� 4 Lt�� a CASE NUMBER.. DECISION•MAKING BODY: Planning Commission r f r T , ��•' l�� L. - 1 t�.�1�,+� TIME: 10:0o A.M. �,,y.:'h /> ,l��r DATE: tic s ,}} I `i CASE NUMBER: ■ ,J J — �,�,/,^�1.- DECISION-MAKING BODY:Board of County Commissione �r�s� i �1 ��.r7 r, �.� s " '/' _r�e�R�[�ACRES:�-1 r l4TAX1,!'• .J. �:,� e`C��A 1NT•(s 1 a.�n��c a � 11C (� .,~y +' ti Wua t.(N�a CPIIICY,!�C . 1 • J `/.7 ` U�� DATE:. 'Celt1 h �,2 /.-s TIME 1:30 P.M. EST ; ' . , �.-. ' E.4'w�r.TR-• :. DECISION-MAKING BODY: Planning Commission ~ i' 'iiiimthi� , -•• •• r DATE•A-T..:( AVvi �r aoor 1 TIME: 1:30 P.M. • P `` I �S�`l TIME 10:00 A.M. ECISION-MAKING BODY: Planning Commission j DATE:1ji- 'e(T\l)e ��` aC � : .M. www.weld.goy r r TIME: 10:00 A.M. t (990)400.61.rWO* DATE:' 1/�-y_— DECISION-MAKING BODY: Board of County Commissioners111 e AP UCANT: e r DECISION•MAKING BODY. Board of County Commissioners I n CRES $ L!1/ �ry � ACRES: .3v14_ ,C.f0 UJQ1(1 EIpfCCA Yef !tC APPIIC NT:I f1I 30..en ][4 UO A REQUEST:USE b8, .G^cp We ,a,.,- o U tdSPc S:m 7 ;' .+Aff J CO IAkk)rXYC�fc+,ltC tv SJ �ora`, 8n-C,R'�}!i Jc�.�(ccas P 1,\, �'T 4� •A• L.:: REQUEST: `lik<le-gc<_'—S�n�. "tj 1c�iUS;mS ord h.s3n.� �• .:,,Is: - t r r. A( ncu<furall Aone.Z?cr lntf _ -. 1 `: .�, .-.rA. -• - r. I! ' �✓� . ',.ALr'--• • - • ,., e ve.;..` www.weld goy i (970)400-6100woo www.weld.gov ��i,f� +'.' I (970)400.6100 WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT '.„$`'%3= Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO vi rr_rv�r�v1 1 ; I rr-r1vr- Vicinity Map ,�R 90 iL :- MAIN STREE1 1 6 � _�-�-__� CR 888,7 F - 1 r 1 — 11- pr • N L__ r r--. L..- dri, IL. L rceu 4 • CR 86 I ` ��'`�' cR86 / I I, ..--- f � V MI SEVERANCE1\ 6 I � \\ - SITE 'CI \ [. ' C R 84 , TI - ��` Mt.-��-f �� i a' t 1 IN- \ Ce IZ I ICec.) r l 1 , ---,, 1 SH 14 1 rn n---� • A la� I `i"' \A LIE WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO Location of _ _ improvements _ . - - - Located on the western boundary - about 39 ac �a��eeee� ato I ' LAY DOWNI iNN lil ...AREA INwi• OM' I I M tl d dl DE3H • SUBSTATION_ i8 H M E IN MO LI= 1 I il � I NNE I - - - 1 HMY.I NM EN-TI CORRIDO• „ • CCESS ROAD WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO Staff finds that this Use by Special Review is consistent with Section 23-2-220.A. Section 23-2-220.A. 1 . - That the proposal is consistent with Chapter 22 of this Code and any other applicable code provision or ordinance in effect. Section 23-2-220.A.2. - That the proposal is consistent with the intent of the district in which the use is located. Section 23-2-220.A.3. - That the uses which would be permitted will be compatible with the existing surrounding land uses. Section 23-2-220.A.4. - That the USES which would be permitted will be compatible with future development of the surrounding area as permitted by the existing zoning and with the future development as projected by Chapter 22 of this Code or Master Plans of affected municipalities. Section 23-2-220.A.5. - That the application complies with Articles V and XI of this Chapter if the proposal is located within an Overlay Zoning District or a Special Flood Hazard Area identified by maps officially adopted by the County. Section 23-2-220.A.6. - That if the use is proposed to be located in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, the applicant has demonstrated a diligent effort has been made to conserve prime farmland in the locational decision for the proposed use. Section 23-2-220.A.7. - That there is adequate provision for the protection of the health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and the County. WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT $` 3g Department of Planning Services COUNTY CO USR Approval Criteria (Section 23 -2 -220.A.) - Simplified 1 . Consistent with Comprehensive Plan 2. Consistent with Zoning Intent 3. Compatible with Surrounding Land Uses 4. Compatible with Future Development (Weld Comp Plan Map & Municipality Plans) 5. Overlay or Hazard District? If so, Compliant with Special Requirements 6. A (Agricultural) Zone District? If so, Effort to Conserve Prime Farmland 7. Protection of Health, Safety And Welfare of Weld County Residents WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTs6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 1. Consistent with Comprehensive Plan Weld County Comprehensive Plan � 1 'M C.?t Weld County Opportunity Zone `• SUP-392 kb POWER LINES 345 KV • Development Classification Annexation ti Urban Urban-NonUrban Mix SEVERANCE WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT „ $` 3g Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 1. Consistent with Comprehensive Plan The proposal meets the following sections of the Comprehensive Plan: ✓ Section 22-2-60.B. states: "Support responsible energy and mineral development. " ✓ Section 22-2-60.B.3. states: "Require that energy and mineral resource development conserve the land and minimize the impact on surrounding land and the existing surrounding land uses. " ✓ Section 22-2-60.B.5. states: "Energy development facilities should preserve agricultural areas and enhance the rural landscape. " WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 2. Consistent with Zoning t 1 s SEVERANCE • - a VI Zoning: SUP-392 Zoning: A POWER LINES 345 KV _1K CS SITE Zoning Zoning: WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT $` 3g Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 2. Consistent with Zoning Section 23-3-40. KK. allows for uses similar to the uses listed as permitted as long as the use complies with the general intent of the Zone District. A battery energy storage system is similar to a solar energy facility (SEF) as they are both part of renewable energy systems and they both connect to and stabilize the grid by either supplying power in the case of the SEF or balancing supply and demand in the case of the BESS . Section 23-3-40. FF. allows Use by Special Review ( USRs) for Solar Energy Facilities (SEFs) . weld.gov WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT 11-111:1":181[6: Department of Planning Services 3. Compatible with Surrounding Land Uses USRs within OIL & GASSUPPORT SERVICE FACT one mile ci ,.._ { SE VERA NCE ( . i it SUP-392 M POWER LINES 345 KV CF 1\ ' 14' ' - SITE U GAS83 SEVERANCE LINE r I r r CUP-44 ; 1 - MICROWAVE TOW 1 r \\\\ r r i �. N,SUP-375 USR-823 HOG FARM.750 CR 84 USR-1527 ELECTLINES r w. .� / T�.,f w yr' ADMIN,REPAIR, 230 KV ! USR-850 . _____ ____ STORAGE,FUELING ; WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 3. Compatible with Surrounding Land Uses Section 23-2-220.A.3. - That the uses which would be permitted will be compatible with the existing surrounding land uses. ✓ Closest residence to the disturbed area is about 2,300 feet southwest of the site. ✓ No letters of opposition ✓ 50+ letters of support ✓ A letter of support from the Fire District (WSFR) ✓ A letter of support from the property owner - State Land Board ✓ Surrounding uses are land uses include pastures, crops, solar, rural residences, and oil and gas operations. z - = weld.gov WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT ivuff„,3g Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 4. Compatible with Future Development (Weld Comp Plan Map & Municipality Plans) ✓ Town of Severance ' s referral dated September 24, 2025 was for denial, and a follow up email received on November 21 , 2025 stated , "The Town of Severance, in response to our ongoing working relationships with both the State Land Board and NextEra Energy, withdraw our objection to USR25-0018. " weld.gov- WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTs6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 4. Compatible with Future Development (Weld Comp Plan Map & Municipality Plans) 1 MO Town of _..••••. ,.v..0 A�r,V..„ i) an, ,M lI Severance R.,�aH,y CUM.�t, FLUM 2020 ,4 . . ., ., .................... :iack, $6` Reservoir I I, ` �` LEGEND * . u__i Growth Management Area 4 \ ---�i -._��_ ea _ sa, — r_" Severance Town Limits N. ! AI. I \ S __ 1 j ' 'J County Boundary •'• .% Future Land Use ,i � �� , 11\ 4 Development Node and I . Restricted Industrial *„" '�_$_, Rural Residential Conservation/ � '' '" ` � n ° ' Agriculture "''- n ” r) L....':, . ,9e L ri 1• : 1 Suburban Perimeter /; ,. Town Core 121.1. :i! a, Transition Area between Districts n : 71 11 NOTE: Future Land Use boundaries are conceptual. ` r, L Future Land Use ,►r., t WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 5. Overlay or Hazard District — not in an Overlay X 1-25 Overlay District X Geologic Hazard Overlay District X Special Flood Hazard Area X Agricultural Heritage Overlay District X MS4 - Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System Area X A-P (Airport) Overlay District X Historic Townsites Overlay District weld.gov WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 6 . Effort to Conserve Prime Farmland ✓ The BESS is located on about thirty-five (35) acres of Olney fine sandy loam and about five (5) acres of Vona sandy loam low slope ( 1 -3%) . ✓ The BESS facility will not remove any " Prime Farmland" from production. 76 61 76 I 48 77 • M � +r, s .. County Road 86 rim WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT s6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 6 . Effort to Conserve Prime Farmland ,. ! mt. , , ,, ____ _x ______ _ _ _ 76 I l. . 51 716 ,t 1 \\'. -. Table—Farmland Classification (Farmland Classification) Map unit symbol Map unit name Rating Acres in AOI Percent of AOI 48 Olney fine sandy loam,3 Farmland of statewide 260.8 80-3% Ilk, 7 7 to 5 percent slopes importance 6 I Tassel fine sandy loam,5 Not prime farmland 43.6 13.4% 4 to 20 percent slopes 76 Vona sandy loam,1 to 3 Farmland of statewide 0.5 0.2% ' r'.t,. • percent slopes importance 77 Vona sandy loath,3 to 5 Not pr me farmland 19.7 6.1% ' _ percent slopes County Road 86 Totals for Area of Interest 324.6 100.0% r i` WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT $` 3g Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO 7. Protection of Health, Safety, & Welfare ✓ 6-acre BESS with a less than 39-acre disturbance ✓ Noise - minimal from HVAC; meets code ✓ Dust Abatement Plan - During construction ✓ Drainage report - Addressed per Development Review requirements ✓ Lighting Plan - Downcast & shielded required ✓ Waste Handling Plan - During construction ✓ Screening Plan - Non-proposed due to the remote location and the distance of the nearest residence ( 1 /4 mile) weld.gov WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO Staff finds that this Use by Special Review is consistent with Section 23-2-220.A. Section 23-2-220.A. 1 . - That the proposal is consistent with Chapter 22 of this Code and any other applicable code provision or ordinance in effect. Section 23-2-220.A.2. - That the proposal is consistent with the intent of the district in which the use is located. Section 23-2-220.A.3. - That the uses which would be permitted will be compatible with the existing surrounding land uses. Section 23-2-220.A.4. - That the USES which would be permitted will be compatible with future development of the surrounding area as permitted by the existing zoning and with the future development as projected by Chapter 22 of this Code or Master Plans of affected municipalities. Section 23-2-220.A.5. - That the application complies with Articles V and XI of this Chapter if the proposal is located within an Overlay Zoning District or a Special Flood Hazard Area identified by maps officially adopted by the County. Section 23-2-220.A.6. - That if the use is proposed to be located in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, the applicant has demonstrated a diligent effort has been made to conserve prime farmland in the locational decision for the proposed use. Section 23-2-220.A.7. - That there is adequate provision for the protection of the health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of the neighborhood and the County. WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTs6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO A e ri al Y ,=__, _, . 0 ys i I i 4 1 .... .. - - $ — , �40 I0 / r 1 t - - S?�0 t t '4 1 t 5150 ' i� Nam, �� tti t 3 1 • -': DO 1 y�, 1 EVERANCE , _ . si t 80 ► c -1 1 . ,., 5170i: SITE , i „.. - , . . - Jill . . . . _ ... . __ . __. ;,_ • 4? `� L— —CR 8i ilg 1 1 WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTs6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,co 1 a I , . . ... ... . _ . _._. „Alit- .. F it. .1114 .a...J W 0 Ilk I k..: 7 - - . . '' " _ to a"r . ....., r +� - , ? _ . _ _- _.• 40 . -y zv , 5 View looking north along CR 25 WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT 86dMuff Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO : -- -- - � —— _. — _ _4 _ _ rI ab ..,, - -0--iliertitimPT.e. • .J 4 4 -fi e_ .. L • y " ..• --. §.. .,,, ,. •!. 9. h �„ ;- 1 _ ems - ._ -m4 ;y- 4; ,r b . .X a ,r _R - , � View looking northeast , f. SRI l Kk•1'' r' •- WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTs6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO • • • View looking east along CR 86 WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT � $`, 3.g WEL-B Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO h f ow , .A n e_. 140--{ -`.. >� - " —ie.• ~_: 4 Tom. s' A ' F • ,1 : -..vr ems'' - _11 ' .,, iT,IN " ''. _-m4 p .a" r � m fir.=' +g ,�,x'-, - r +�1Iq - ; - A a jt , tal - - �� .�. yh. 0P 1/21 • - -'641F'Fyn,,. .tips, a "4 ti. _ 0 M '4 s • ' -' 16+ `' � View looking south/southeast along CR 25 WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT s6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO ManAli it 7 __ -mii- .. c - - - -.� - , , r - il i ' i I . , i : 1 - L_ _ • - - - 7 1 _ r i u - 'e T Closest residence on the southeast corner of CR 25 and CR 86 WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT lirrita,,,86,,, Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO Jr . � . - _ -� .J g1`Ss. . fi 1. • v W • s .•'' em '. - s- o _ _ - � •_ V . _ _ _ a MP � +- ,17y a J• +.y�. �_ _ - -• --t r - w-7. — — .� i- e +• e 4 •�-'� 9L ,ems. -. r ~�' yam.• _ "' . - .. �- P N*'j_ t _ _ iA+..Lr' k ` ,ate . x � ' i,_ . ''" � . lirip I .. r �' 4 View looking southwest a • y - •. '. '.ply; 3g WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTvvrighff. Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO I. !F1'Ay0111414111.: 4. I IIr rIligI . _ `, yam" '.,i ._.-. : - r .TL "' .. 7 rwr a it i _ 1 Le... ..T - : IL Vie_ ; ` Olt ,. ' s ' — tti a' p ,s..-' r' rR tea. V '-. a r ' r r. View looking west along CR 86 (from CR 25) WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT s6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO —. AIL +. . sir - - a • r. r 1.`'t r•4 ti, 1 ' r '� E r y Sy, 596 ., . f; il. r 4' r • i � n� i „Pr•. .• / . looking View north r WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT '�' $`'%3= Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO — _ Black Hollow Res 0 r , _ VIM • B • i,_ _ j i_ b .�' fi .. 1 'Id- t a ' y- Syr a PS? -p - i yam.aiiiikilibl _ '" View looking west along CR 86 [section line] (at � .� `� . � themid-point tw n2 n • _g -� between CR3 and CR25) = : - . v. --toward Black Hollow Reservoir and PRPA -- r WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT z $`� 3g Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO it AIL . i di gr. lab • k. ej 1� -` - '_— - _ �}-, 0. ._ -. � nisi=. a • a�•� e .• a ., . _ ._. i. t. lit I 9 F _ View looking east along CR 86 (at the mid-point between CR 23 and CR 25) --toward a transmission line-- 4 . WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTs6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO i M ,1.•, I iffilEMIF o '.i =. .. =h View looking northwest toward Platte River Power Authority ( PR PA) substation WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT s6d Department of Planning Services YVN*) 111111111111111111111111A11111E111111111111111111 a F Aerial view of the r CO N PRPA substation � a U 10111111.1,1111.1: . ,,,t . , i 111111111111 I -o ;; di • / ' ' ; 1111/11 , ; :i r417. t,,V:iti ' ,: • PI 1 _ 5 - _ � til, ' ' ..-• - -. -- --- WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT s6d . 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J.! .., . . , . 1 ! / ...4,„„...._ . . . . i Signage for PRPA substation and BHS Solar at the intersection of CR 86 and CR 23 ( Both the PRPA and BHS are in the Town of Severance) WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENT writa,4186, i,„ Department of Planning Services COUNTY,CO It / • M �d - ' ` ` i r - - -- S di For reference the yellow highlight is the location of iif ,�? ; .. w Y- the 2, 100 ac Black Hollow �' � .L � , ;� { � t Solar facility y ,:.',� 1 It- - 1 -_ ', .� - ! a- 4. -.f— T- I I+I ,� Black Hollow ._ �, f C R 86 _ - 4 Res `V co � r i R:7jNI I* c �r ,c,m- .'fir '5/1v44.-? � .� -'r. - .� U U s WELD COUNTY GOVERNMENTs6d . Department of Planning Services COUNTY,co - a -A I it III ,r e _ , � ti ` • F°+ 1 - _ --V man -'r b • r _ nip I • try ' j.- ,.-iE . ter .,• Ps -r,� — z • AiPt aT` p •+ - .., • 1. ` _ r ,ram J SF •'� i _ Coal c- _ Ehi d 6 View looking north along CR 23 at CR 84.5 .9. r . 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Al 1-..* \ / _r i r l / J i I Weld Energy Storage Weld County Land Use Hearing: USR 25-0018 Mark Goebel - Project Developer NEXTera' Board of County Commissioners - December 17, 2025 ENERGY � RESOURCES Agenda NextEra Energy Resources Introduction IMP Project Overview ellp, About Battery Energy Storage 4 Safety & Standards MD Community Engagement 6 Compliance with County Code NextEra Energy Resources 12 NextEra Energy Resources One of America's largest infrastructure developers, building all forms of energy across renewables, battery energy storage, natural gas and nuclear �._ Started in 1925, we are an American-owned and operated company with more than 35 years of energy infrastructure experience Trusted energy provider working with local utilities in 41 states across 400+ projects --- _ Partnering with utilities to achieve critical energy objectives - from _ _ _ _ m reliability and grid resilience to efficiency, and regulatory compliance Battery Energy Storage ._ • • rte.. . . _ Over 50 battery energy storage systems in operation, NextEra has developed -20% of operating BESS sites in the U.S. NextEra Energy Resources in Colorado 03_3 Investing and working with local utilities in Colorado a,,g since 2007 * O COD Own and operate 19 projects in Colorado to e include projects in Kit Carson, El Paso, Yuma, ❑ 0 Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Logan Counties a Wind Permitted projects in Morgan, Cheyenne, Rio 0Solar Blanco, Las Animas, and Baca Storage NextEra Energy Resources 14 Weld Energy Storage Project Overview Pierce • Size: 100 MW battery storage • Land: 39.1 acres of state-owned land Black Hollow • Grid Connection: Platte River Power Authority Reservoir substation adjacent to project Weld Energy Storage • Commercial Operation: Targeting Q4/2026 • Project Life: 35-years '? 44 ,4 G;— Ault Anticipated Timeline 2025 2026 Permit Application Construction Submitted Start (March) Project Permit Hearings Material Deliveries Operational Contracted (May) (December) 5 Preliminary Site Layout Mill lirill I= i _ _ ppp II IOC II It III Ill •I ME 410.114 i 11 II 11 II I1 II 71 � _ _ _ ® � I.r!11 II 11 II _k � iBESS Facility . 1I fl It It II It I E II 3I II II II,I„ : Ancillary - �- • . . CE1 ill Electric Equipment q•r M' — II al It d� II Il I3 l0 II I+ - f !1 I n !! II !II ' — `` I FI 11 !e I!_!A Existing , -ii _ _l,�.l, New Switchyard ,P..I, II, i -' Transmission ,:;_Rae - - NextEra Energy Resources 6 INIMPIPIIMIll Mil Haul Route �. • JCR 86 ., 0 • Coordination: On December 5, 2025, we met with 1 mow. i Weld County Department of Planning Services and e-4 Public Works to determine a route I iirr _ 4 • Route: Turn off of Highway 14. North on CR 25. West .4:' �1 ` 1 1 1' on CR 86 l I. ,i . ' - i ,� i �.e. ce ... • Construction Traffic — Construction Workers - 100-200 daily -10 months i,..' K,-10. ' ' .�ri afu e - Major Deliveries - Battery Containers - 28 days • , , ' i ii • Dust Mitigation: Will be coordinated with the Planning .G ,1 : . # v.4° 24!' .I ,,. IR aW Department and Public Works to minimize impacts to i — - " ' nearby residents _ 4 \\ 1,, , A":` ...'rr- IIIIy --sue.7 Why battery energy storage systems (BESS) matter Battery energy storage systems ensure your community has reliable power when you need it most • Reliability: Enhances grid reliability by providing energy on demand, supporting #' essential services r:- s= } 7 - --- ;.„--1 --,.....„-L-- • Grid enhancement: Stores surplus energy and L f__ t-t f releases it during peak demand -- -' '''' ' 'd''°' Efficient land use: Uses less lane than traditional , --- --_--_-_-_--_,_- -<----f_.-: l'ir t ,,:._ ,4_ �� power plants, minimizing environmental impact , _ �` , //f-:-;..,!e,-------- i -E t P1 -1 �_ ( �;, i and preserving community space 17/1 tk- - \ . - tt zt. ;__�,% I_ - • Low-cost: Cost reductions have made battery ` ' ,. .... /- -,_ 0. /�/�// storage a cost-effective option, reducing the need for more expensive facilities I M r, / ►,ii,- < , 'I NextEra Energy Resources 8 Inside a battery energy storage system Containers Rack Cell & Module =mss e" /1 II 11 1a r, 1 II ' ., �►L , , „Ili vollii.-iL : '' - 411) . 111) • Containers are a simple design with redundant safety features to • Containers include • Cells are grouped into include voltage, gas, smoke, and temperature monitoring multiple racks modules and slide into • All access is done via the doors on the side - no walking into racks containers NextEra Energy Resources 9 Battery energy storage systems - a layered approach to safety Our comprehensive safety systems protect your community through multiple layers of protection Codes & Standards Physical Safeguards • Our battery projects comply with NFPA 855 and Controls International Fire Code • At the container level we Planning and Monitoring standards for energy storage have: • We also track voltage and systems o Smoke and gas temperature of the monitoring systems that individual batteries to detect • Site controllers are located • Certifications and tests at our 24/7 Operations include: alert both our control any anomalies center and local site Control Center o UL 1973 - Certifies the • If an anomaly is detected our • Emergency action plans o Temperature site controllers who battery management systems manage the safety systems include detailed response o UL 9540 - Certifies the can take the necessary procedures complete storage system to • Strategically space the action • Also have an entire team ensure under stress, safety containers for ventilation dedicated to educating and features operate and IAW UL 9540A o They have the ability to training fire departments remotely shutoff the o UL 9540A - Test to force specific batteries or the thermal runaway to ensure entire site propagation does not occur NextEra Energy Resources 10 Proactive operations and maintenance 24/7 monitoring provides peace of mind for your community Onsite Control Center Operations Control Center (OCC) Key operating parameters continuously monitored on • Operates 24/7/365 and monitors for any deviation from site: normal conditions by onsite control center oCapable of dispatching local battery site technicians or Real-time sensors notifying first responders to address any issues oCan safely shut down the facility remotely Max. battery temperature • Platte River Power Authority will also be connected and monitoring the system Battery cell voltages Enclosure temperature irs . N Gas alarm levels ,*r Status of doors and ventilation OCC operates a 46 GW fleet of -400 wind, solar and batter ener. stora•e sites NextEra Energy Resources 111 Community Engagement • Open House •• — Held on July 17, 2025, at the Eaton Recreation Center to • .; inform community about the projects — Meeting invitation was sent to residents within 1 .5 miles of - _ the project and along possible haul routes Fire Safety Orientation -` :0 for — Posted in the Greeley Tribune IA Battery Energy Storage Systems(BESS) 0 - / • Fire Safety Orientation r q , / ;, ' 'NO- — Held on August 11 , 2025, at Windsor-Severance Fire ' Rescue — Provided familiarization of storage site, safety features, ` , , ,, and recommended techniques and procedures , , AI — Attended by Windsor-Severance with representatives / ' ir from Front Range, Platte River, Greeley, and Eaton NextEra Energy Resources 112 Compliance with County Code Project is designed in accordance with Weld County regulations for Use by Special Review (USR) with Solar Energy Facility (SEF) Supplement • Designed and complies with Weld County Code Chapter 23, Art. II (USR requirements) and Art. IV, Div. 15 (SEF supplemental requirements) • Facility does NOT conflict with jurisdiction's adopted Comprehensive Plan (Weld County Code, Chapter 22) • Meets requirements and standards set forth in Use by Special Review Procedural Guide • Complies with latest NFPA 855, NFPA 70, UL9540, UL1973, and all current (relevant) standards We agree with Staff's findings and the Planning Commission's unanimous approval during their hearing on December 2, 2025, and respectfully request for approval of USR 25-0018 for Weld Energy Storage NextEra Energy Resources 113 i r ?� *we,e.• f r r „--- - 11- I:1 , .._ ... ..__F.....no.N.', _ .0_ [, Questions? n 1. iiIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII' , Milk 'a r _ r I' 1 41.1•000. .. Ner • Resources 1--------------,,, Noise Levels r,,,,, : Sound Level ---`` _ ' _ Contours (dBA) i t. 45 dBA • Designed in accordance with / ,t , 50(IBA � Maximum Permissible Noise - . 55 BA 60 dBA Levels (Weld County Sec. 14-9- a :E.,. ga,. • mom 5 ,,dBA 40) • : 4„n - • Designed to meet Weld County7 Code noise standards f Tipl.. ,; I l' . _ _ . • /AI Sound Pressure Subjective Environment -r D Level(dBA) Evaluation 0 n 140 Deafening Jet aircraft at 75 feet f 130 Threshold of pain Jet aircraft during takeoff at a distance of 300 feet - -_. _;# -,4 } 7/ . 120 Threshold of feeling Elevated train 110 Jet flyover at 1,000 feet - -- — Very loud 100 Motorcycle at 25 feet — — ■ 90 Propeller plane flyover at 1,000 feet Moderately loud 80 Diesel truck(40 mph)at 50 feet 70 I Loud D-757 cabin during flight r 60 Moderal Air-conditioner condenser at 15 feetiiiimmmodemiimmimmillini. - L. 54 Private Office Quiet 40 Farm field with light breeze,birdcalls LG BESS Container m Property Line eliN 30 Quiet residential neighborhood 10•TH Figure A-2 Very quiet I I PE HEM Inverter iBURN5NNELL 20 Rustling leaves ii Substation Transformer 400 260 p 400 ;`M-DO =I Substation BESS 10 Just audible Sound Level Contours Threshold of hearing Scale in Feet 0 A oume: ,3•,:ums• Tc urine ssue.: 7 J'i' NextEra Energy Resources I 15 Decommissioning Plan • All elements of the battery storage project are removed down to 3' • Includes the cement foundations, gravel and site fencing • Batteries removed from the site and recycled • Most of the infrastructure can be recycled isumir • As part of its' current option/lease agreements, NextEra is contractually obligated to remove all improvements and restore the landowner property .V to substantially same the physical condition that - ' = 4 _ 4i{ p Y existed before the construction and installation of improvements wst NextEra Energy Resources I 16 Codes and standards - A layered safety approach NextEra Energy Resources adheres to important safety standards and codes when developing and operating battery energy storage. Codes NFPA 85 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 855: The standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems Certification UL 9540 Underwriters Laboratory (UL) — National independent standards agency Energy Storage Systems and Equipment Testing UL 9450A Evaluating thermal runaway fire propagation in battery energy storage systems NextEra Energy Resources 17 Battery energy storage facility - typical site layout Battery energy storage systems are flexible and scalable, tailored to meet site needs p�. .. Battery • Minimal community impact containers Small footprint - only —10 acres for 100 MW * = (4hr), minimizing land disturbance � � � t • N_ `"- : _ - - Most containers can provide energy for 770 _„..., .�, ,� - - - ._ homes for 4 hours daily(1) t.` "` - Designed to comply with specific site r- .� : dr- requirements and use cases - • Strategically located near existing infrastructure . to reduce disruption Inverters ...° .. - _ . . - F — Near substation 1 - — May be standalone or co-located with energy Substation projects „ .. Ak#FE • Safety features y ' ` ., - Entire site fenced with security gates - Access roads for operations, maintenance and Battery Energy Storage Facility - °+` safety f f riIlw. : . - 1) Based on average energy use by U.S.household from the EIA in 2021. NextEra Energy Resources 118 Battery energy storage system technology - dynamic growth with improved safety record Battery energy storage systems have benefited from new designs, improved operational practices and new safety standards. Global Grid-Scale BESS Deployment and Failure Statistics 60 10 Grid-scale energy storage deployment has grown globally from about 3 GW in 2018 to 9 over 48 GW in 2023. - 48 8 7 ' During this same period battery failure rates o �' , have fallen about 97% as new safety o 5 cu improvements has been incorporated into the a a) 24 4 0 equipment design and new safety standards -� ra co 3 Q adopted. `L E 16 a 12 1* 1 IL- Battery energy storage system failure incidents are very rare. Fire detection and 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 proactive monitoring has significantly . Failure Incidents' Cumlative Deployment' Failure Rate'2 reduced incidents. Sources:(1)EPRI Failure Incident Database, (2)Wood Mackenzie. Data as of 12/31/23. NextEra Energy Resources 19 EXHIBIT Jessica Reid .0 5 From: Diana Aungst — -OO Sent: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 11:32 AM To: Esther Gesick Cc: Jessica Reid; Chloe White;Jan Warwick Subject: Fw: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project.James Moore Esther, Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk: 970-4Q0-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley,CO 80632 061000 Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From:James Moore<team@speak4.co> Sent:Wednesday, December 3, 2025 11:15:47 AM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, The proposed Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County is important for the continued economic development of our community. I urge you to support this project. This project presents an opportunity for our communities to receive millions in additional tax revenue. Even better, our local government can determine where this additional revenue can best address our area's 1 goals and priorities. Weld County would greatly benefit from additional funding to our public schools, roads, special projects and the continued growth of our local businesses. It's estimated that the Weld Energy Storage project could bring in an additional$6.8 million in tax revenue to our communities and create up to 300 jobs during its construction phase. I urge you to support the Weld Energy Storage project and its positive impact on our community and environment. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, James Moore 609 8th Ave. unit 807 Greeley Co Greeley, CO 80631-3974 kirbyclyde.65@gmail.com 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 4:48 AM To: Esther Gesick Cc: Jessica Reid; Chloe White;Jan Warwick Subject: Fw: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Martin Frazier Hi, These emails come in daily on USR25-0018. PC was held yesterday so I will forward these emails to CTB as they come in. Thanks, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk: 970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley,CO 80632 o 61000 Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Martin Frazier<team@speak4.co> Sent:Wednesday, December 3, 2025 3:20:39 AM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, The proposed Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County is important for the continued economic development of our community. I urge you to support this project. This project presents an opportunity for our communities to receive millions in additional tax revenue. Even 1 better, our local government can determine where this additional revenue can best address our area's goals and priorities. Weld County would greatly benefit from additional funding to our public schools, roads, special projects and the continued growth of our local businesses. It's estimated that the Weld Energy Storage project could bring in an additional$6.8 million in tax revenue to our communities and create up to 300 jobs during its construction phase. I urge you to support the Weld Energy Storage project and its positive impact on our community and environment. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Martin Frazier 8778 Osage Thornton, CO 80260-4336 microraceway123@gmail.com 303-243-4282 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Thursday, December 4, 2025 11:59 AM To: Esther Gesick;Jessica Reid;Jan Warwick; Chloe White Subject: Fw: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Martin Frazier Esther, Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, mittaz-4,1§§1,4„-s- COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk:07 -440-352.4 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley,CO 80632 01. 000 Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Martin Frazier<team@speak4.co> Sent:Thursday, December 4,2025 11:48:18 AM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, The proposed Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County is important for the continued economic development of our community. I urge you to support this project. This project presents an opportunity for our communities to receive millions in additional tax revenue. Even better, our local government can determine where this additional revenue can best address our area's goals and priorities. Weld County would greatly benefit from additional funding to our public schools, roads, special projects and the continued growth of our local businesses. It's estimated that the Weld Energy Storage project could bring in an additional$6.8 million in tax revenue to our communities and create up to 300 jobs during its construction phase. I urge you to support the Weld Energy Storage project and its positive impact on our community and environment. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Martin Frazier 8778 Osage Thornton, CO 80260-4336 microraceway123@gmail.com 303-243-4282 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Sunday, December 7, 2025 12:56 PM To: Esther Gesick Cc: Chloe White;Jan Warwick;Jessica Reid Subject: FW: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Bill Leigh Esther: Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk:970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17`h Avenue, Greeley, CO 80632 0111000 Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Bill Leigh <team@speak4.co> Sent:Sunday, December 7, 2025 6:43 AM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, I urge you to join me in supporting the Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County. I believe this project is important for the future economic development of our community. The Weld Energy Storage project can provide a unique opportunity for our area to create new jobs and gain additional tax revenue, which will help maintain public schools and roads, pay for special projects, and grow our communities and local businesses. With your support, the Weld Energy Storage project will benefit our economy and support our local infrastructure in multiple ways, and I encourage you to vote in support of this important project. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Bill Leigh 1141 Beech St Fort Lupton CO Fort Lupton, CO 80621-2311 wlleigh229@gmail.com 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Sunday, December 7, 2025 12:54 PM To: Esther Gesick Cc: Chloe White;Jan Warwick;Jessica Reid Subject: FW: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. martinez francisco Esther: Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk:970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80632 011000 Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: martinez francisco<team@speak4.co> Sent:Sunday, December 7, 2025 6:47 AM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, I urge you to join me in supporting the Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County. I believe this project is important for the future economic development of our community. The Weld Energy Storage project can provide a unique opportunity for our area to create new jobs and gain additional tax revenue, which will help maintain public schools and roads, pay for special projects, and grow our communities and local businesses. With your support, the Weld Energy Storage project will benefit our economy and support our local 1 infrastructure in multiple ways, and I encourage you to vote in support of this important project. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, martinez francisco 816 Glen Dale St Dacono, CO 80514-9517 fm9776725@gmail.cQm 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Sunday, December 7, 2025 12:54 PM To: Esther Gesick Cc: Chloe White;Jan Warwick;Jessica Reid Subject: FW: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Crystal McCoy Esther: Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk:970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley,CO 80632 O MO O ° O Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Crystal McCoy<team@speak4.co> Sent:Sunday, December 7, 2025 6:54 AM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender f- This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, The Weld Energy Storage project would deliver benefits for the continued economic development of Weld County. That's why I'm writing to you today. This battery storage project will give us an opportunity to generate millions of dollars in additional tax revenue over the life of the project. This revenue can play a vital role in supporting our public schools, maintaining our roads, funding special projects, and benefiting our communities and local businesses. 1 In addition to the economic benefit, battery energy storage also supports energy resiliency, making the local grid stronger.That's why I hope you will support the Weld Energy Storage project,which will positively impact our community. Thank you for your thoughtful consideration. Sincerely, Crystal McCoy 817 26th Ave Apt A Greeley Colorado Greeley, CO 80634-5900 hellspawn609@gmail.com 970-977-0157 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 4:51 AM To: Esther Gesick Cc: Jessica Reid;Jan Warwick; Chloe White Subject: Fw: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Rigo Batista Hi, Please add this as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, wEEff, COUNTY,co Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk:970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley,CO 80632 011000 Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Rigo Batista<team@speak4.co> Sent:Tuesday, December 9, 2025 2:04:34 PM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, I urge you to join me in supporting the Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County. I believe this project is important for the future economic development of our community. The Weld Energy Storage project can provide a unique opportunity for our area to create new jobs and gain additional tax revenue,which will help maintain public schools and roads, pay for special projects, and grow our communities and local businesses. 1 With your support, the Weld Energy Storage project will benefit our economy and support our local infrastructure in multiple ways, and I encourage you to vote in support of this important project. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Rigo Batista 2421 Alpine Ave Greeley, CO 80631-9062 batistarigo946@gmail.com 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 11:29 AM To: Esther Gesick;Jessica Reid Subject: FW: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Michael Gidcumb Hi all: Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, 86f, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk: 970-400-3524 P.O. 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Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, The proposed Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County is important for the continued economic development of our community. I urge you to support this project. This project presents an opportunity for our communities to receive millions in additional tax revenue. Even better, our local government can determine where this additional revenue can best address our area's goals and priorities. Weld County would greatly benefit from additional funding to our public schools, roads, special projects and the continued growth of our local businesses. It's estimated that the Weld Energy Storage project could bring in an additional$6.8 million in tax revenue to our communities and create up to 300 jobs during its construction phase. I urge you to support the Weld Energy Storage project and its positive impact on our community and environment. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Michael Gidcumb 701 n country trail Ault, CO 80610-8905 shane3829@gmail.com 970-888-2982 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2025 6:31 PM To: Esther Gesick;Jessica Reid Cc: Jan Warwick Subject: Fw: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Bill Leigh Esther, Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk: 970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley,CO 80632 011000 Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Bill Leigh<team@speak4.co> Sent:Thursday, December 11,2025 5:03:40 PM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, The Weld Energy Storage project would deliver benefits for the continued economic development of Weld County. That's why I'm writing to you today. This battery storage project will give us an opportunity to generate millions of dollars in additional tax revenue over the life of the project.This revenue can play a vital role in supporting our public schools, 1 maintaining our roads, funding special projects, and benefiting our communities and local businesses. In addition to the economic benefit, battery energy storage also supports energy resiliency, making the local grid stronger.That's why I hope you will support the Weld Energy Storage project,which will positively impact our community. Thank you for your thoughtful consideration. Sincerely, Bill Leigh 1141 Beech St Fort Lupton CO Fort Lupton, CO 80621-2311 wlleigh229@gmail.com 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Saturday, December 13, 2025 2:57 PM To: Esther Gesick;Jessica Reid Cc: Jan Warwick Subject: FW: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Crystal McCoy Esther: Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, WEER COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk: 970-400-3524 P.O. 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Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, The proposed Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County is important for the continued economic development of our community. I urge you to support this project. This project presents an opportunity for our communities to receive millions in additional tax revenue. Even better, our local government can determine where this additional revenue can best address our area's goals and priorities. Weld County would greatly benefit from additional funding to our public schools, roads, special projects and the continued growth of our local businesses. It's estimated that the Weld Energy Storage project could bring in an additional$6.8 million in tax revenue to our communities and create up to 300 jobs during its construction phase. I urge you to support the Weld Energy Storage project and its positive impact on our community and environment. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Crystal McCoy 817 26th Ave Apt A Greeley Colorado Greeley, CO 80634-5900 hellspawn609@gmail.com 970-977-0157 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Sent: Monday, December 15, 2025 11:40 AM To: Esther Gesick;Jessica Reid;Jan Warwick Subject: Fw: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Randy Willard Hi, Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, WEL—W*L8.11'4 COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk:970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17`h Avenue, Greeley, CO 80632 011000 - Join Our Team IMPORTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Randy Willard <team@speak4.co> Sent:Sunday, December 14,2025 5:37:53 PM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, I urge you to join me in supporting the Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County. I believe this project is important for the future economic development of our community. The Weld Energy Storage project can provide a unique opportunity for our area to create new jobs and gain additional tax revenue,which will help maintain public schools and roads, pay for special projects, and grow our communities and local businesses. With your support,the Weld Energy Storage project will benefit our economy and support our local infrastructure in multiple ways, and I encourage you to vote in support of this important project. Thank you for your consideration. 1 Sincerely, Randy Willard 5206 s Haleyville way Aurora, CO 80016-5903 rjw41x@gmail.com 303-641-2216 2 Jessica Reid From: Diana Aungst Tuesday, December 16, 2025 3:04 PM Jessica Reid; Esther Gesick Subject: FW: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. Luis Ortega Hi: Please add this email as an exhibit to USR25-0018. Thanks, COUNTY,CO Diana Aungst,AICP I CFM Principal Planner Department of Planning Services Desk:970-400-3524 P.O. Box 758, 1402 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80632 0113000 Join Our Team RTANT:This electronic transmission and any attached documents or other writings are intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and ontain information that is privileged,confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure.If you have received this communication in error,please immediately notify sender by return e-mail and destroy the communication.Any disclosure,copying,distribution or the taking of any action concerning the contents of this communication or any attachments by anyone other than the named recipient is strictly prohibited. From: Luis Ortega <team@speak4.co> Sent: Monday, December 15, 2025 7:24 PM To: Diana Aungst<daungst@weld.gov> Subject: I support the Weld Energy Storage Project. This Message Is From an External Sender This email was sent by someone outside Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Diana Aungst, I urge you to join me in supporting the Weld Energy Storage project in Weld County. I believe this project is important for the future economic development of our community. The Weld Energy Storage project can provide a unique opportunity for our area to create new jobs and gain additional tax revenue, which will help maintain public schools and roads, pay for special projects, and grow our communities and local businesses. i your support,the Weld Energy Storage project will benefit our economy and support our local inrrastructure in multiple ways, and I encourage you to vote in support of this important project. Thank you for your consideration. 1 Sincerely, Luis Ortega 1007 Village Dr Fort Lupton, CO 80621-2531 ortega10625@gmait.com 2 Hello