HomeMy WebLinkAbout20090144HEARING CERTIFICATION
DOCKET NO. 2009-01
RE: SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT #1677
FOR AN OIL AND GAS SUPPORT FACILITY (CLASS II - OILFIELD WASTE DISPOSAL
FACILITY) IN THE A(AGRICULTURAL)ZONE DISTRICT - HIGH PLAINS DISPOSAL, INC.
A public hearing was conducted on January 14, 2009, at 10:00 a.m., with the following present:
Commissioner William F. Garcia, Chair
Commissioner Douglas Rademacher, Pro-Tem
Commissioner Sean P. Conway
Commissioner Barbara Kirkmeyer
Commissioner David E. Long - EXCUSED
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Jennifer VanEgdom
County Attorney, Bruce Barker
Planning Department representative, Chris Gathman
Health Department representative, Lauren Light
Public Works representative, Don Dunker
The following business was transacted:
I hereby certify that pursuant to a notice dated November 21, 2008, and duly published
November 28, 2008, in the Greeley Tribune, a public hearing was conducted to consider the
request of High Plains Disposal, Inc., for a Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special
Review Permit #1677 for an Oil and Gas Support Facility (Class II - oilfield waste disposal facility)
in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. Bruce Barker, County Attorney, made this a matter of record,
and advised the applicant's representative, Andy Cunningham, High Plains Disposal, that he has
the option of continuing the matter to a date when the full Board will be present. However, if he
decides to proceed today, the matter will require three affirmative votes, or in the case of a tie vote,
Commissioner Long will listen to the record and make the determining vote. Mr. Cunningham
indicated he would like to proceed today.
Chris Gathman, Department of Planning Services, presented a brief summary of the proposal and
entered the favorable recommendation of the Planning Commission into the record as written. He
stated the site is located south of County Road 32 and east of County Road 35. He gave a brief
description of the use of surrounding properties, indicating several oil and gas facilities and
residential structures are in close proximity of the proposed site. He stated eleven referral
agencies reviewed the request, and ten indicated no concerns, or provided comments which have
been addressed through the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards. He further
stated the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission did not provide a referral response, and
the site is not located within the three-mile referral area for any municipality. He indicated Planning
staff spoke with one surrounding property owner after the Planning Commission hearing, who
expressed concerns regarding traffic impacts on County Road 32 and the potential of blowing dust
and weeds. He clarified the applicant will be required to submit a Landscape and Screening Plan,
as addressed within Condition of Approval #1.M. He further indicated a letter was received from
Kerr-McGee Oil and Gas OnShore, requesting that the area surrounding an existing well head be
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reflected on the applicant's plat, and he confirmed the applicant has revised the plat drawings to
reflect the well head. He stated a commercial well permit has been issued for the office building,
the applicant is required to submit a Lighting Plan, and the property to the east of the site is
effectively screened by the existing trees. In response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Gathman indicated the
applicant will address the question raised within the referral comments provided by the Platte Valley
Soil Conservation District.
Don Dunker, Department of Public Works, stated County Road 32 is classified as a paved collector
road, containing 60 feet of right-of-way, and will require 80 feet of right-of-way at full buildout. He
stated the most recent traffic counts, taken in August, 2007, indicate approximately 840 vehicle
trips per day, and he confirmed the access to the site is located on County Road 32. He indicated
the traffic study submitted by the applicant has been deemed acceptable, and the proposed use
of the site will contribute an additional 150 vehicle trips per day. He further indicated the
requirement is not listed within the Resolution; however, the Department of Public Works is
requesting that the Board require the applicant to construct acceleration/deceleration lanes on
County Road 32, due to the weight and size of the trucks, since they require more time and length
of road to accelerate and decelerate. He confirmed the 85th percentile of traffic travels 67 miles
per hour on County Road 32, and there has been nine traffic accidents within the past three years,
with three injuries. He further confirmed similar projects throughout the County have required the
construction of acceleration/deceleration lanes, a Stop sign will be installed at the access for exiting
traffic, and the access radius will be constructed to 60 feet in size, in order to accommodate the
larger trucks. He stated the Drainage Report provided by the applicant proposes detention on the
site, to be released to the borrow pits along County Road 32, and he confirmed the site is not
located within a floodplain area. In response to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Dunker confirmed
the results of the traffic study provided by the applicant do not warrant the construction of
acceleration/deceleration lanes; however, the Department feels the construction is necessary.
Further responding to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Dunker clarified if the Board desires to require
the construction of an acceleration/deceleration lane, it will be necessary to add additional
language to the Conditions of Approval. He futher stated Condition of Approval #1.G contains
several requirements to be addressed, which were included within the referral response provided
by the Department. In response to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Dunker clarified an access exists
on County Road 32, which will function as an entrance to the site, and the applicant is requesting
a second access to be utilized as an exit from the site. He explained the trucks will enter the site
and then will appropriately stage on the site, in order to avoid backing up on County Road 32, then
the trucks will unload, and then exit to merge back onto County Road 32. Further responding to
Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Dunker confirmed the applicant is meeting the required access
standards for a collector status road.
In response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Dunker clarified an agreement for the proportional share of road
improvement costs is typically required when the applicant's site is located adjacent to a major
intersection, and he confirmed the intersection with County Road 35 is not within close proximity,
therefore, a proportional share of costs for future improvements has not been required within the
Resolution. Responding to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Dunker indicated he is not familiar with
the specifics of the current condition of County Road 32, and he is not sure of when the last overlay
project was completed; however, he will research the matter and report back. In response to
Commissioner Conway, Mr. Dunker confirmed the road is in good shape. Commissioner
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Rademacher indicated additional mitigation measures are required on roads traveled by heavy
truck traffic, even if the proposed site access is not located in close proximity to a major
intersection. He further indicated County Road 32 is classified as a collector status road, therefore,
the applicant should be required to pay a proportional share of the cost of improvements.
Mr. Dunker indicated the most recent case in which a proportional share was required was a site
located on County Road 49, which is classified as a strategic roadway. Chair Garcia requested
Mr. Dunker draft proposed language regarding a proportional share agreement.
Lauren Light, Department of Public Health and Environment, confirmed a commercial well will
provide potable water to the site, and the septic system has been approved by the Department.
She indicated the State may have additional permitting requirements regarding an Air Pollution
Emissions Notice (A.P.E.N.), as addressed within Condition of Approval #1.D, and the Department
is requiring a Groundwater Monitoring Plan and a Stormwater Discharge Plan, which are addressed
within Conditions of Approval #1.E and #1.F. She stated the permit for drilling operations was
approved by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) in October, 2008, and
the applicant is required to submit a Design and Operations Plan, and once the plan is reviewed
and approved by the Department, building permits may be released for the site. Ms. Light indicated
this facility is the seventh injection well facility within Weld County, and quarterly inspections take
place at each facility. In response to Chair Garcia, Ms. Light stated the question posed by the
Platte Valley Soil Conservation District is in regards to the inspection of the site for stability, and
she confirmed drilling operations on the site are regulated by the COGCC. In response to
Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Ms. Light indicated if the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
provides a different definition of waste at some point in the future, the applicant will be required to
request an amendment to the USR permit. Mr. Barker clarified unless the uses on the site are
limited to what is currently defined as a Class II waste, if the regulations are modified by the EPA
to allow for additional types of waste, the language within the Resolution will allow for whatever
types of waste the EPA has included within Class II. Responding to Commissioner Rademacher,
Mr. Barker confirmed the EPA will have the oversight for what type of waste may be accepted, and
the Board would not further review the use on the site if the definition of Class II wastes is modified,
since it would not be considered to be a substantial change to the USR permit. In response to
Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Barker suggested adding the word "currently' to Development
Standard #7 to state, "No disposal of waste, other than Class II, as currently defined by the
Environmental Protection Agency, is permitted..."
In response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Gathman reiterated the memorandum he provided, marked
Exhibit D, contains additional proposed modifications to the Resolution. He recommended
Condition of Approval #1.H be modified to state, "The applicant shall enter into On -Site (Private)
and Off -Site (Public) Road Maintenance Agreements, and post adequate collateral for access,
drainage, and landscape/screening improvements..." He further requested the addition of new
Development Standard #28 to state, "Should noxious weeds exist on the property, or become
established as a result of the proposed development, the applicant/landowner shall be responsible
for controlling the noxious weeds, pursuant to Chapter 15, Articles I and II, of the Weld County
Code." Mr. Gathman displayed photographs of the site and surrounding area.
Mr. Cunningham represented the applicant, and indicated he concurs with the testimony provided
by Mr. Gathman, and he is available for any questions. Responding to Commissioner Conway,
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Mr. Cunningham indicated he understands the amendments proposed by Mr. Gathman. In
response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Cunningham reiterated the drilling operations on the site are
regulated by the COGCC, which provides annual reports and monitors the protection of
groundwater and other producing zones. Further responding to Chair Garcia, Mr. Cunningham
indicated he will reply to the Platte Valley Soil Conservation District. In response to Commissioner
Rademacher, Mr. Cunningham stated he is unsure of the exact costs or necessary improvements
associated with the proposed proportional share agreement; however, he does understand the
concept, since it is similar to what is required for the current facility. Responding to Chair Garcia,
Mr. Cunningham indicated he does not believe the acceleration/deceleration lane should be
required, since it was not warranted by the traffic study. He confirmed he is committed to
completing improvements which are necessary for the safety of employees and area residents;
however, since the traffic study indicated the construction of an acceleration/deceleration lane is
not warranted at this time, he requested the project be allowed to proceed without the requirement.
No public testimony was offered concerning this matter.
Janet Carter, Department of Public Works, indicated she would like to provide some clarification
regarding the traffic study results. She stated the standards for County Roads are closely aligned
with the standards of a Regional Arterial Road, as defined by the Colorado Department of
Transportation (CDOT). She clarified County Roads are typically high-speed, low -volume roads,
and the Access Code drafted by CDOT indicates a specific number of vehicle trips will trigger the
need for an acceleration/deceleration lane. She confirmed the number of trips for County Road 32
alone does not trigger the need for an additional lane; however, the Department has determined
within its engineering judgement that the need for an acceleration/deceleration lane exists due to
the speed of the traffic, the number of accidents within the immediate area, and the size of the
large trucks which will be accessing the site. She explained the large trucks will require additional
time to speed up when exiting the facility, and to slow down when coming to the facility, and the
Department has determined that this specific site creates a need for an additional lane. In
response to Commissioner Rademacher, Mr. Dunker reiterated the proposed use on the site will
increase traffic on County Road 32 by approximately 150 vehicle trips per day, and the additional
trips will cause the average daily traffic count to increase to just shy of 1,000 vehicle trips per day
overall, which is the numerical figure to trigger the need for an acceleration/deceleration lane.
Responding to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Ms. Carter clarified County Road 32 is currently classified
as a local paved road; however, it was defined as a collector status road within the most recent
road classification study completed, therefore, the road will require 80 feet of right-of-way for future
buildout. In response to Ms. Carter, Mr. Gathman confirmed the applicant will be required to
delineate the future right-of-way on the recorded plat. Responding to Commissioner Rademacher,
the Board concurred with the modification of Condition of Approval #1.C.3 to reflect 80 feet of
right-of-way at full buildout. In response to Chair Garcia, Ms. Carter confirmed the reported
accidents mentioned earlier are all types of vehicle accidents, not just truck accidents, and she
explained nine accidents within a one -mile segment is considerably high, especially since there
were several serious injuries as a result of the accidents. Chair Garcia clarified he understands
the number of accidents which have occurred within the area are not a reflection of the current
applicant.
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Chair Garcia read the language of the proposed modification to Condition of Approval #1.H into the
record. Commissioner Rademacher indicated it may be appropriate to add the proposed language
regarding proportional share improvements to this Condition, and in response, Mr. Dunker
proposed the additional language be added as new Condition of Approval #1.1 to state, "The
applicant shall submit an Improvements Agreement which addresses the timing and scope of the
applicant's participation in paying the cost of improvements to the intersections of County Roads 32
and 35, and 32 and 39." Chair Garcia indicated he prefers to discuss the modifications requested
by Mr. Gathman first, then discuss any additional modifications which may be necessary. Further
responding to Chair Garcia, the Board concurred with the modification of the first sentence of
Condition of Approval #1.H to state, "The applicant shall enter into On -Site (Private) and Off -Site
(Public) Road Maintenance Agreements, and post adequate collateral for access, drainage and
landscape/screening improvements", and the addition of new Development Standard #28 to state,
"Should noxious weeds exist on the property, or become established as a result of the proposed
development, the applicant/landowner shall be responsible for controlling the noxious weeds,
pursuant to Chapter 15, Articles I and II, of the Weld County Code", with the required
re -numeration.
Responding to Chair Garcia, Commissioner Rademacher reiterated the construction of an
acceleration/deceleration lane is appropriate, due to the safety concerns within the immediate area.
Commissioners Kirkmeyer and Conway, and Chair Garcia concurred with Commissioner
Rademacher. Mr. Dunker proposed the addition of new language, to state, "An
acceleration/deceleration lane will be required at the egress and ingress access points on County
Road 32, to be designed and constructed by the applicant, and shall be acceptable to the
Department of Public Works." Mr. Gathman suggested the addition of the proposed language as
Condition of Approval #7.A, under a new heading of "Prior to the Release of the Certificate of
Occupancy," and the Board concurred with the proposed addition.
Chair Garcia confirmed Mr. Dunker previously proposed language to be added as new Condition
of Approval #1.1. In response to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Dunker indicated the maintenance
costs of the road will not be included with the proportional share costs for improvements to the
road. He clarified the applicant will be required to pay a proportional share of the future
improvements to the road; however, the applicant is responsible for the full costs associated with
the construction of the acceleration/deceleration lane. Further responding to Commissioner
Kirkmeyer, Commissioner Rademacher clarified the proportional share provided by the applicant
will be utilized in conjunction with the widening of the road from the current width of 60 feet to the
future width of 80 feet. Commissioner Kirkmeyer indicated gravel pit owners are required to enter
into maintenance agreements due to the utilization of heavy trucks, and she questioned whether
the applicant will be required to enter into a similar agreement. In response to Commissioner
Rademacher, Mr. Dunker clarified the Road Maintenance Agreement includes the collateral costs
to construct the acceleration/deceleration lane. Further responding to Commissioner Rademacher,
Mr. Barker indicated the Board has not required previous applicants of injection well facilities to
enter into a maintenance agreement. He indicated the Board may modify the language proposed
by Mr. Dunker in order to require the applicant to provide mitigation measures or maintenance of
the roadway. In response to Commissioner Kirkmeyer, Mr. Dunker proposed modified language
for new Condition of Approval #1.1 to state, "The applicant shall submit an Improvements
Agreement, which addresses the timing and scope of the applicant's participation in paying the
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proportional share of the costs of the improvements for County Road 32, at such time that the
improvements or upgrades are warranted, or, when the roadway expands from an existing local
paved roadway to a collector status roadway." Commissioner Rademacher confirmed the
proposed language is sufficient, and he does not believe the applicant should be responsible for
improvements at the intersections of County Roads 35 and 39. The Board concurred with the
addition of Condition of Approval #1.1, as described by Mr. Dunker, with the required re -lettering.
Commissioner Rademacher indicated the waste accepted at the facility is overseen by the EPA,
therefore, any new waste accepted at the injection well will have to be approved by the EPA and
COGCC. Mr. Barker clarified if the applicant gains approval for additional wastes, it could
potentially double the amount of truck traffic to the site; however, the USR permit will not be
automatically forwarded to the Board to review the amended uses on the site. He indicated if the
classification of Class II waste is modified to include additional wastes, the potential exists for the
controls approved through this USR permit to be no longer be adequate. Commissioner
Rademacher indicated he wants all of the USR permits regarding injection wells to provide
consistency. In response to Mr. Barker, Ms. Light confirmed the standard language included within
the Development Standards has not previously included the words "as currently defined."
Commissioner Kirkmeyer indicated she proposed the amendment since the EPA is able to modify
the types of wastes considered to be a Class II substance, and the EPA is also able to determine
whether an applicant will be required to appear before the COGCC or the local Department of
Public Health and Environment. She further indicated special waste was previously allowed to be
placed within landfills; however, the State redefined the definition of special waste, allowing a
certain level of radioactive material to be placed within the landfills without notice to, or the approval
by, the municipal landfill owner. She clarified she is requesting the addition of the words "as
currently defined" so that if the definition is modified, and causes an issue for the County, the Board
is able to modify the standard language of the necessary Development Standards in the future.
In response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Barker clarified the permit limitations are dictated by what is called
out as the use of the site within the Resolution, in this instance, a Class II oilfield waste disposal
facility. He further clarified if the uses on the site are modified, and the applicant begins to accept
radioactive waste, the Board will have to review the matter and determine if the use constitutes a
Substantial Change. He clarified the use of the site is dictated by the classification described within
the title of the USR Resolution, and the Conditions of Approval and Development Standards further
clarify the activities which may take place on the site, pursuant to the classification. Commissioner
Kirkmeyer expressed her concerns regarding the ability of the EPA to modify the definition of the
different classes of wastes. Commissioner Rademacher indicated he does not disagree with
Commissioner Kirkmeyer; however, the Board needs to be consistent from this point forward, and
Commissioner Conway concurred. In response to Commissioner Rademacher, Mr. Gathman
confirmed the applicant was recently approved for a similar USR permit at a different location
approximately two months ago, and the Development Standard within that USR permit did not
contain the language "as currently defined." The Board concurred with the modification of the first
sentence of Development Standard #7 to state, "No disposal of waste, other than Class II, as
currently defined by the Environmental Protection Agency, is permitted." Mr. Gathman
recommended a further modification to Condition of Approval #1.C.3 to reflect County Road 32 is
designated as a collector status road, requiring 80 feet of right-of-way at full buildout, and the
Board concurred with the modification.
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In response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Cunningham indicated he has reviewed, and concurs with, the
Conditions of Approval and Development Standards, as modified. He reiterated his company is
committed to the safety of the surrounding residents; however, the trucks which will be traveling
to the site will not be additional traffic on the road, since the trucks are already traveling on the road
to dispose of waste at other facilities. He clarified he understands the modification of the language
regarding the classification of wastes by the EPA; however, he assured the Board that nothing
other than production water will be pumped at this facility. He expressed his concerns regarding
consistency of the requirements contained within the Resolution, and indicated his company plans
on developing additional facilities in the future, and would like to continue to develop the business
within Weld County. Chair Garcia expressed his appreciation to Mr. Cunningham, and indicated
County staff has been directed by the Board to create consistent language for future facilities.
Mr. Cunningham confirmed a separate facility for High Plains Disposal was approved by the Board
approximately two months ago, and some of the Conditions of Approval and Development
Standards are not the same as the requirements within the Resolution for this facility. He clarified
Anadarko has entered into a Surface Use Agreement to utilize an access road on the facility, and
he questioned whether Anadarko will also be required to pay a proportional share of the future
improvements to County Road 32. Commissioner Rademacher indicated the applicant will be
required to provide the proportional share for improvements to County Road 32; however, the
applicant is only responsible for providing a share of funds for the portion of the road which is
directly adjacent to the facility. In response to Chair Garcia, Mr. Cunningham reiterated a large
majority of the 150 trucks expected to travel to the proposed site are already traveling roads within
Weld County to deliver the waste to other established facilities.
Commissioner Kirkmeyer indicated the possibility exists for up to 150 new truck trips to be created
within the immediate vicinity, even if most of the trucks are already traveling County Roads. She
confirmed most vehicle accidents occur at access points and explained the large trucks hauling
water to the site will be slowing down on a road with an average speed of 67 miles per hour, which
already experiences approximately 850 vehicle trips per day, therefore, there is an increased
possibility of additional accidents. She indicated operators of sites which work in conjunction with
heavy truck traffic have been required to provide similar improvements, and she expressed her
concerns regarding the addition of an access point on County Road 32. Mr. Cunningham clarified
the access will be widened in order to accommodate the turning trucks, and trucks will not have to
turn into oncoming traffic to gain access on the road. Commissioner Rademacher indicated he
understands many of the trucks which will travel to the proposed site are already hauling water to
other facilities; however, most of the trucks do not currently utilize County Road 32, therefore, the
road will experience an increase in traffic volume.
In response to Commissioner Conway, Mr. Dunker indicated the costs for the necessary
improvements to the road total approximately $600,000.00 per mile; however, the overall cost will
be dependent upon the price of oil at the time of construction. Further responding to Commissioner
Conway, Ms. Carter indicated the acceleration/deceleration lane will not be required to be a full mile
in length; however there are some design constraints, and the Department will work with the
applicant's engineer to create an acceptable design. She further indicated the lane will most likely
be required to be built to a length of approximately 500 feet. Commissioner Conway expressed
his appreciation to Mr. Cunningham for the comments he provided earlier, and confirmed the Board
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needs to be committed to consistency. Mr. Cunningham expressed his desire for the application
process to be streamlined so that he knows what to expect as he completes applications for future
facilities. Commissioner Rademacher indicated the only inconsistency within this hearing has been
the testimony regarding the clarification of Class II wastes, and he explained the required road
improvements will vary, depending on the classification of the road of which a facility is located
adjacent to. Mr. Cunningham indicated the proposed site was picked for this facility due to the
great visibility and flat road surface. He confirmed High Plains Disposal is committed to safety;
however, the company is also sensitive to budget restraints as well. Chair Garcia expressed his
appreciation to Mr. Cunningham for his commitment to safety. Responding to Chair Garcia, Mr.
Cunningham reaffirmed he has reviewed, and concurs with, the Conditions of Approval and
Development Standards, as amended.
Commissioner Rademacher moved to approve the request of High Plains Disposal, Inc., for a Site
Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit #1677 for Oil and Gas Support
Facility (Class II - oilfield waste disposal facility) in the A (Agricultural) Zone District, based on the
recommendations of Planning staff and the Planning Commission, with the Conditions of Approval
and Development Standards as entered into the record, and modified. His motion included the
modification of the first sentence of Condition of Approval #1.C.3 to state, "County Road 32 is
designated on the Weld County Road Classification Plan as a collector status road, which requires
80 feet of right-of-way at full buildout."; the modification of the first sentence of Condition of
Approval #1.H to state, "The applicant shall enter into On -Site (Private) and Off -Site (Public) Road
Maintenance Agreements, and post adequate collateral for access, drainage and
landscape/screening improvements."; the addition of Condition of Approval #1.1 to state, "The
applicant shall submit an Improvements Agreement, which addresses the timing and scope of the
applicant's participation in paying the proportional share of the costs of the improvements for
County Road 32, at such time that the improvements or upgrades are warranted, or, when the
roadway expands from an existing local paved roadway to a collector status roadway.", with the
required re -lettering; the addition of Condition of Approval #7.A, under a new heading of "Prior to
the Release of the Certificate of Occupancy' to state, "An acceleration/deceleration lane will be
required at the egress and ingress access points on County Road 32, to be designed and
constructed by the applicant, and shall be acceptable to the Department of Public Works."; the
modification of the first sentence of Development Standard #7 to state, "No disposal of waste, other
than Class II, as currently defined by the Environmental Protection Agency, is permitted."; and the
addition of Development Standard #28 to state, "Should noxious weeds exist on the property, or
become established as a result of the proposed development, the applicant/landowner shall be
responsible for controlling the noxious weeds, pursuant to Chapter /5, Articles I and II, of the Weld
County Code.", with the required re -numeration. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Kirkmeyer, and it carried unanimously. There being no further discussion, the hearing was
completed at 11:00 a.m.
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This Certification was approved on the 19th day of January, 2009.
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
Weld County Clerk to
BY.
Deputy Cle to the Board
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
WEED COJINTY% LORADO
William F. Garcia, Chair
Dougla Rademach • r, Pro-Tem
P. Conway
EXCUSED
rbara Kirkmeyer
David E. Long
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Case USR #1677 - HIGH PLAINS DISPOSAL, INC.
Exhibit Submitted By Exhibit Description
A. Planning Staff Inventory of Items Submitted
B. Planning Commission Resolution of Recommendation
C. Planning Commission Summary of Hearing (Minutes 12/16/2008)
D. Planning Staff Memo re: Modifications to Resolution
E. Planning Staff Certificate and Photo of Sign Posting
F. Public Works Staff E-mail re: Modifications to Resolution
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