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Weld County Referral
March 9, 2007
COLORADO
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Platte River Power Authority Case Number USR-1597
Please Reply By April 9,2007 Penner Jacqueline Hatch
Project Site Specific.Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a Public
Utility(Fort St Vrain to Fordham 230 kV transmission Circuit-addition of a 230 kV circuit
to an existng transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County)in the A(Agricultural),R-1 (Residential),
and 1.3(Industrial)Zone Districts.
Legal Parts of Sections 8,9, 10, 16,17 and 18,T3N,R67W and parts of Sections 8,9, 10, 11,
13, 14, 17,20,29 and 30,T3N, R68W of the 6th P.M.,Weld County,Colorado.
Location Commencing at the Fort St Vrain Power Plant located south of CR 36 and approximately''
mile east of CR 19,then traveling In a southwesterly direction along an existing line
between the Fort St Vrain Substation and a point just east of Long's Peak Substation north
of Mead Reservoir. From that point the tine will traverse to the south underground
approximately 34 mile south of SH 66,then turn and head west running parallel with SH 66
into Boulder County.
Parcel Number Various
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider
relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed data so that we may give full
consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a
positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application,
please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information maybe added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information,please
call the Department of Planning Services.
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Weld County Planning Commission Hearing(if applicable) May 15,2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that It does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
O We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our irterests.
❑ See attached letter.
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Platte River Power Authority Case Number USR-1597
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Please Reply By April 9, 2007 Planner Jacqueline Hatch
Project Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a Public
Utility (Fort St Vrain to Fordham 230 kV Transmission Circuit-addition of a 230 kV circuit
to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical i
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County) in the A(Agricultural), R-1 (Residential), d
and 1-3 (Industrial)Zone Districts. I
Legal Parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 16, 17 and 18,T3N, R67W and parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 11, g
13, 14, 17, 20, 29 and 30, T3N, R68W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. I
Location Commencing at the Fort St Vrain Power Plant located south of CR 36 and approximately Y2 a
mile east of CR 19,then traveling in a southwesterly direction along an existing line i
between the Fort St Vrain Substation and a point just east of Long's Peak Substation north
of Mead Reservoir. From that point the line will traverse to the south underground
approximately Y2 mile south of SH 66, then turn and head west running parallel with SH 66 .
into Boulder County. j
Parcel Number Various
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider
relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full
consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a
positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application,
please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information,please
call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) May 15, 2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
❑ See attached letter.
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COMMUNICATIONS sx RECEIVED
Jacqueline Hatch
Weld County Colorado
4209 CR 24.5
Longmont, CO 80504
Re: Level 3 Communications, LLC including all subsidiary and affiliate companies
("Level 3") response to relocation request- Project# -USR-1597
-SO CR36/1/2 mile EO CR 19
To Whom It May Concern:
Level 3 has received your letter dated 3/9/2007 regarding the above referenced project. After
comparing the information you provided to the Level 3"as-builts" it has been discovered that Level 3 does
not have facilities within the scope of the Project. Therefore it will not be necessary for Level 3 to relocate
or adjust any of its telecommunication facilities from where they are currently located.
If the Project parameters change beyond those previously submitted to Level 3, please contact the
undersigned below to discuss the potential new impacts to the Level 3 facilities. Please reference the file
number set forth below with any future communications.
If you have any questions please contact the undersigned. Thank you for your prompt attention to thi
matter.
Sincere ,
Rick Miller
Senior Program Manager
Network Relocations
(720) 888-7568
File: WR 014404
Level 3 Communications, LLC 1025 Eldorado Boulevard Broomfield, CO 80021
www.Level3.com
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Platte River Power Authority Case Number USR-1597
Please Reply By April 9,2007 Planner Jacqueline Hatch est g T]S
Project Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a Public
Utility(Fort St Vrain to Fordham 230 kV Transmission Circuit-addition of a 230 kV circuit
to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County)in the A(Agricultural), R-1 (Residential),
and I-3 (Industrial)Zone Districts.
Legal Parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 16, 17 and 18,T3N, R67W and parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 11,
13, 14, 17,20,29 and 30,T3N, R68W of the 6th P.M.,Weld County, Colorado.
Location Commencing at the Fort St Vrain Power Plant located south of CR 36 and approximately 1/2
mile east of CR 19, then traveling in a southwesterly direction along an existing line
between the Fort St Vrain Substation and a point just east of Long's Peak Substation north
of Mead Reservoir. From that point the line will traverse to the south underground
approximately 1/2 mile south of SH 66, then turn and head west running parallel with SH 66
into Boulder County.
Parcel Number Various
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider
relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full
consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a
positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application,
please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information,please
call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) May 15, 2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
`�❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
A" See attached letter.
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for re ilec9LD COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS DEPT
Applicant Platte River Power Authority Case Number USR-1597
Please Reply By April 9,2007 Planner Jacqueline Hatch
Project Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a Public
Utility(Fort St Vrain to Fordham 230 kV Transmission Circuit-addition of a 230 kV circuit
to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County)in the A(Agricultural), R-1 (Residential),
and 1-3 (Industrial)Zone Districts.
Legal Parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 16, 17 and 18,T3N, R67W and parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 11,
13, 14, 17, 20, 29 and 30,T3N, R68W of the 6th P.M.,Weld County, Colorado.
Location Commencing at the Fort St Vrain Power Plant located south of CR 36 and approximately'A
mile east of CR 19,then traveling in a southwesterly direction along an existing line
between the Fort St Vrain Substation and a point just east of Long's Peak Substation north
of Mead Reservoir. From that point the line will traverse to the south underground
approximately IA mile south of SH 66,then turn and head west running parallel with SH 66
into Boulder County.
Parcel Number Various
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider
relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full
consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a
positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application,
please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information,please
call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) May 15,2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
it See attached letter.
Comments:
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Jacqueline Hatch, Planning Department
C. DATE: 26 March 2007
COLORADO FROM: Donald Carroll, Public Works Department re
SUBJECT: USR-1597, Platte River Power Authority
The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal; this project falls primarily
under the purview of the Use by Special Review Standards, Weld County Code, Chapter 23,
Article II, Division 4, Section 23. Our comments and requirements are as follows:
COMMENTS:
There are no designated County roads associated with the expansion of the transmission line.
Utilize existing transmission line easements.
REQUIREMENTS:
The applicant shall contact Kelly Jenkins in the Weld County Public Works Department to acquire
any necessary County permits as this expansion will be crossing Weld County rights-of-way. You
may reach her at (970) 304-6496, P.O. Box 758, Greeley, CO 80632.
TRACKING PADS
The applicant shall install tracking pads at each County road crossing. Appropriate construction
signing, and flagging where appropriate, shall be required at all County right-of-way crossings.
There will be no parking or staging on Weld County roads with equipment or personal vehicles
related to the construction. Utilize your private easement.
STORM WATER DRAINAGE:
Please find attached a memo from Dave Bauer, PE, in our drainage division to be incorporated
into our memo.
USR-1597
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TO: Jacqueline Hatch, Planning Department
DATE: 19 March 2007
COLORADO FROM: D. Bauer, Public Works Department L`JV� rig
SUBJECT: USR-1597, Platte River Power Authority—
Fort St. Vrain to Fordham Substation 230 KV
transmission line project
The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal. Our comments
and requirements are as follows:
COMMENTS and REQUIREMENTS:
The applicant proposes to install a 230 KV power line on poles and buried underground.
The proposed underground portion includes crossing Liberty Gulch, a natural drainage located to
the west of the Town of Mead. At that drainage crossing, the applicant is requested to install
trench blockers (either grouted plugs or bentonite slurry plugs) to prevent the subsurface
diversion of groundwater either, into the electrical cable trench or from the electrical cable trench
into Liberty Gulch.
Similarly, all irrigation ditch crossings by buried electrical cables should also be protected with
impervious plugs to prevent the contamination of groundwater resources.
USR-1604
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Weld County Planning Department
CREELEV OFFICE MEMORANDUM
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UELINE HATCH, PLANNING SERVICES
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FROM: CHARLOTTE DAVIS, ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH op
PLATTE RIVER POWER AUTHORITY
DATE: 4/4/2007
COLORADO CC:
Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for an addition to a 230 kV
circuit to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV
electrical transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County. We have no objections to
the proposal, however, we do recommend that the following conditions be part of any
approval:
We recommend that the following requirements be met prior to allowing the plat to be
recorded:
1. The applicant shall submit a dust abatement plan for periods of dry weather for
/ roadways, parking areas and in areas where soil has been disturbed during
construction. The plan shall be submitted for review and approval, to the
Environmental Health Services, Weld County Department of Public Health &
Environment.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
conditions that must be met one month prior to construction activities:
1. A stormwater discharge permit may be required for a
development/redevelopment /construction site where a contiguous or non-
contiguous land disturbance is greater than or equal to one acre in area. Contact
the Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health
and the Environment at www.cdphe.state.co.us/wq/PermitsUnit for more
information.
We recommend that the following requirements be incorporated into the permit as
development standards:
1. All liquid and solid wastes (as defined in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and
Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S., as amended) shall be stored and removed for
final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater
contamination.
2. No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. This is not
meant to include those wastes specifically excluded from the definition of a solid
waste in the Solid Wastes Disposal Sites and Facilities Act, 30-20-100.5, C.R.S.,
as amended.
3. Waste materials shall be handled, stored, and disposed in a manner that controls
fugitive dust, fugitive particulate emissions, blowing debris, and other potential
nuisance conditions.
4. Fugitive dust and fugitive particulate emissions shall be controlled on this site.
The facility shall be operated in accordance with the approved dust abatement
plan at all times.
5. The operation shall adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in
the Industrial Zone as delineated in 25-12-103 C.R.S., as amended.
6. Adequate toilet facilities (port-a-potty) shall be provided during the construction of
the project.
7. Bottled water shall be utilized for drinking and hand washing during construction
of the project.
8. If applicable, the applicant shall obtain a stormwater discharge permit from the
Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment, Water Quality Control
Division.
9. The operation shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations of the State
and Federal agencies and the Weld County Code.
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Denver, Colorado 80225-0486
IN RIIPLY REITIZ TO:
ES/CO: Energy/St. Vrain to Fordham Transmission Line
FAILS: 65412-2007-TA-0337
MAR 21 2007
Jacqueline Hatch
Weld County Planning Department
4209 CR24.5
Longmont, Colorado 80504
Dear Ms. Hatch:
Based on the authority conferred to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) by the Fish
and Wildlife Act of' 1956 (916 U.S.C. 742(a)-754); Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act
(FWCA - 16 U.S.C. 661-667(e)); National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA - 42
U.S.C. 4321-4347); Department of Transportation Act (49 U.S.C. 1653(f)), and; Endangered
Species Act of 1973, as amended (ESA - 50 CFR §402.14), as well as multiple Executive
Orders, policies and guidelines, and interrelated statutes to ensure the conservation and
enhancement of fish and wildlife resources (e.g., Migratory Bird Treaty Act (META - 16
U.S.C. 703), and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA - 16 U.S.C. 668)), the
Service reviewed the Platte River Power Authority's application to you for the Fort Saint
Vrain to Fordham New 230-kV Transmission Circuit. The project will involve adding a
230-kV transmission line circuit to existing poles in Weld County from the existing Fort
Saint Vrain Substation toward the I,ong's Peak Substation. There will also be an
underground segment in unincorporated Weld County into Boulder County. The new line
will cover 22 miles in both counties, with approximately 14 miles of the line in Weld County.
The report indicates that preliminary habitat surveys have been conducted for species listed
as threatened or endangered under the ESA, and that habitat for the lite ladies'-tresses orchid
(Spiranthes diluvialis), the Colorado butterfly plant (Gaura neomexicana ssp. coloradensis),
and the bald eagle (Flaliaeetus leucocephalus) potentially occurs along the corridor. The
Platte River Power Authority has committed to conducting surveys for these species prior to
project commencement, and we look forward to reviewing those survey reports.
We are encouraged that the transmission line will be constructed using the Avian Power I,inc
Interaction Committee (APLIC) guidelines, thus minimizing the potential that these lines
could kill large raptors. lb further protect raptors, and other nesting birds, nest surveys
should be conducted prior to removing or pruning trees and shrubs. Removal and pruning
should occur during the non-nesting season, which in Colorado is generally August 15
through May 30. Raptors however, may begin nesting activities as early as January.
Ms. Jacqueline Hatch, Weld County, Ft. St. Vrain to Fordham transmission line Page 2
Because underground cable installation is scheduled to be conducted during the
spring/summer of 2008, we recommend that habitat for ground-nesting birds be cleared prior
to the nesting season and that regular surveys for nests in the process of being constructed be
conducted. We further recommend that the results of field surveys for nesting birds, along
with information regarding the qualifications of the biologist(s) performing the surveys, be
thoroughly documented and that such documentation be maintained on file by the project
proponent (and/or construction contractor) for potential review by the Service (if requested)
until such time as construction on the proposed project has been completed. The Service's
Colorado Field Office should be contacted immediately for further guidance if a field survey
identities the existence of one or more active bird nests that cannot be avoided by the planned
construction activities. Adherence to these guidelines will help avoid the unnecessary take of
migratory birds and the possible need for law enforcement action.
We appreciate the opportunity to review the Platte River Power Authority's application and
look forward to consulting with them on the effects of their project on federally listed species
and migratory birds. lithe Service can be of further assistance, please contact Alison Deans
Michael of my staff at 303 236-4758.
Sincerely,
Susan C. Linner
Colorado Field Supervisor
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Platte River Power Authority Case Number USR•1597
Please Reply By iota Planner ific Project Utility(Fort(Fort St Vreln to Fardham 230 kV t Plan end a TransmissionCircuit f ada dition of a 230 kV circuit to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County)in the A(Agricultural),R-1 (Residential),
and I-3(Industrial)Zone Districts,
Legal Parts of Sections 8,9, 10, 16, 17 and 18,T3N, R67W and parts of Sections 8,9, 10, 11,
13, 14. 17.20,29 and 30,73N, R68W of the 6th P.M.,Weld County,Colorado.
Location Commencing et the Fort St Vraln Power Plant located south of CR 36 and approximately mile east of CR 19,then traveling In a southwesterly direction(lpng an existing line
between the Fort St Vra(n Substation and a point just east of Long's Peak Substation north
of Mead Reservoir. From that point the line wilt traverse to the south underground
approximately 14 mile south of SH 66,then turn and heed west running parallel with SH 66
Into Boulder County,
Parcel Number Various
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The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation• Any comments or recommendation you consider
relevant to this request would be appreciated, Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full
consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this dale may be deemed to be a
positive response to the Department of Planning Services, If you have any further questions regarding the application.
please cell the Planner aesociated with the request Please note that new Information may be added to applications _
under review during the review process, If you deals to examine or obtain this additional information,please
call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commiesion Hearing Of applicable)
May 15,2007
We have reviewed the request and find that It does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our Interests.
See attached letter.
Comments:
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DIVISION
Civic Center Complex / Longmont, CO 80501 °ZoR AV
(303) 651-8330 / Fax # (303) 651-8696
E-mail: /ongmont.p/anninqgcL/onamopt.co.us
Web site: http://www.ci.longmont.co.us
April 11, 2007
Jacqueline Hatch
Weld County Planning Department
4209 CR 24.54
Longmont, CO 80504
RE: Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a
Public Utility (Fort St. Vrain to Fordham 230 kV Transmission Circuit—addition of a 230 kV
circuit to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County)
Dear Ms. Hatch,
Thank you for sending the referrals concerning the Site Specific Development Plan and the
Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a Public Utility (Fort St. Vrain to Fordham 230 kV
Transmission Circuit). According to the application materials submitted by the Platte River
Power Authority (PRPA), this project involves adding a 230-kV transmission line circuit to
existing poles in Weld County. In addition, the project includes the construction of an
underground segment for portions of this line in Weld County. The City has a number of
comments on this project as it relates to Weld County. These are outlined below.
Longmont Power & Communications (LPC) is supportive of this project and has been working
closely with PRPA to identify and develop the service enhancements and to minimize conflicts
with any existing LPC facilities. The PRPA transmission line project into Longmont will
significantly increase the electric reliability for the City by providing a second source of
transmission service along a route independent of other sources. In addition, the project will
provide additional electric capacity for growth over the long term.
In 2005 the City of Longmont annexed approximately 1500 acres in Weld County, which
included Union Reservoir and several surrounding properties. According to the application
materials, a portion of the proposed 230-kV underground transmission line runs east—west, just
north of Union Reservoir. Although the maps submitted as part of this application do not depict a
correct municipal boundary for the City of Longmont, it appears that this proposed 230-kV
underground transmission line will pass through the City. The City suggests that PRPA revise
their information to show the correct city limits for Longmont; this will help ensure coordination
with the appropriate jurisdiction.
Weld County Referral—SSDP and SRP for a Major Facility of a Public Utility
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There are a number of capital projects that the City has planned for this area that may be
impacted by this project. The proposed routing of the 230-kV underground transmission line,
along the north side of Union Reservoir, passes through an area that the City will eventually
inundate as part of the Union Reservoir Enlargement Project. Consideration for the higher water
levels and increased pressure on this portion of the transmission line should be included as part
of the design for this segment of the proposed line. The City requests that involvement and
review by the Public Works and Water Utilities Department continue throughout the
development of this project.
The City has a future Capital Improvement Project (CIP)that will widen County Line Road from
Highway 119 to Highway 66. The proposed underground transmission line crosses County line
Road in this area. Storm drainage and other underground facilities will be constructed as part
this future CIP Project. In an effort to avoid underground conflicts, the City requests that PRPA
coordinate with the City's Public Works and Water Utilities department. Specifically, the city
suggests that PRPA provide information concerning line depth and trench and concrete
encasement details for the City's review.
Again, thank you for the opportunity to comment on these applications. Should you have any
questions, please contact me at (303) 651-8336 or erin.fosdick@ci.longmont.co.us.
Sincerely,
Erin Fosdick
Planner
XC: Fort St. Vrain to Fordham Substation— Special Review & SSDP (File#2049-14)
Phil DelVecchio, Community Development Director
Tom Schaeffer, Chief Electrical Engineer
Ken Huson, Senior Civil Engineer
Tom Street, Senior Civil Engineer
Chris Huffer, Civil Engineer
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Jacqueline Hatch
From: Jacqueline Hatch
Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2007 3:05 PM
To: 'BradSchol@ci.longmont.co.us'
Subject: Platte River Power Authority
Brad,
I received your phone message and actually I hadn't heard a response yet. I'm glad to hear
you're in support of the 1041 application for Platte River Power Authority. I wanted to touch
base with you regarding it since it does go into our IGA area. Let me know if you have any
questions or comments. The application has been submitted and we hope to be sending out
for referrals in the next week.
Thanks,
Jacqueline
01/17/2007
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Applicant Platte River Power Authority Case Number USR-1597 eV
Please Reply By April 9, 2007 Planner Jacqueline Hatch
Project Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a Public
Utility(Fort St Vrain to Fordham 230 kV Transmission Circuit-addition of a 230 kV circuit
to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County)in the A(Agricultural), R-1 (Residential),
and 1-3 (Industrial)Zone Districts.
Legal Parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 16, 17 and 18, T3N, R67W and parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 11,
13, 14, 17,20,29 and 30,T3N, R68W of the 6th P.M.,Weld County, Colorado.
Location Commencing at the Fort St Vrain Power Plant located south of CR 36 and approximately IA
mile east of CR 19, then traveling in a southwesterly direction along an existing line
between the Fort St Vrain Substation and a point just east of Long's Peak Substation north
of Mead Reservoir. From that point the line will traverse to the south underground
-- approximately 1/2 mile south of SH 66,then turn and head west running parallel with SH 66
into Boulder County.
Parcel Number Various
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider
relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full
consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a
positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application,
• please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information,please
call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) May 15,2007
U We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
See attached letter.
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To: Jacqueline Hatch
From: J.D. Broderius
Date: April 1, 2007
Subject: USR— 1597
Jacqueline,
The Weld County Sheriff's Office does not have any issues with USR— 1597 as it will
have little if any lasting impact on basic law enforcement services within the county. We would
remind the Platte River Power Authority that because the product they will be installing has a
large quantity of copper it is a very attractive item to be stolen. Thus we would request that they
develop and implement a comprehensive safety and security plan to protect this valuable asset.
The Sheriffs Office lacks the ability to absorb any additional service demand without the
resources recommended in the multi-year plan provided to the Weld County Board of County
Commissioners or as indicated by growth not considered at the time the plan was developed. I have no
other comments on this proposal.
Sincerely,
J.D. Broderius
Div. Commander
Operational Support Division
Weld County Sheriffs Office
1950 "O" St
Greeley Colorado, 80631
From the Desk Of...
Cdr.J.D.Broderius
Weld County Sheriffs Office
1950 O Street
Greeley,Co 80631
Phone: 970-356-4015
Fax:970-304-6467
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The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review:
Applicant Platte River Power Authority Case Number USR-1597
Please Reply By April 9,2007 Planner Jacqueline Hatch
Project Site Specific Development Plan and a Special Review Permit for a Major Facility of a Public
Utility(Fort St Vrain to Fordham 230 kV Transmission Circuit-addition of a 230 kV circuit
to an existing transmission line and construction of a new underground 230 kV electrical
transmission line for 14 miles within Weld County)in the A(Agricultural), R-1 (Residential),
and 1-3 (Industrial)Zone Districts.
Legal Parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 16, 17 and 18,T3N, R67W and parts of Sections 8, 9, 10, 11,
13, 14, 17,20,29 and 30,T3N, R68W of the 6th P.M.,Weld County, Colorado.
Location Commencing at the Fort St Vrain Power Plant located south of CR 36 and approximately 1/2
mile east of CR 19, then traveling in a southwesterly direction along an existing line
between the Fort St Vrain Substation and a point just east of Long's Peak Substation north
of Mead Reservoir. From that point the line will traverse to the south underground
approximately'/mile south of SH 66, then turn and head west running parallel with SH 66
into Boulder County.
Parcel Number Various
The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider
relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full
consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a
positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application,
please call the Planner associated with the request. Please note that new information may be added to applications
under review during the review process. If you desire to examine or obtain this additional information,please
call the Department of Planning Services.
Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) May 15, 2007
❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan
❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests.
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