HomeMy WebLinkAbout20020947.tiff HEARING CERTIFICATION
DOCKET NO. 2002-26
RE: SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW PERMIT#1360
FOR A MINERAL RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FACILITY, INCLUDING A CONCRETE
BATCH PLANT,IN THE A(AGRICULTURAL)ZONE DISTRICT-WESTERN MOBILE,INC.
A public hearing was conducted on April 17, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., with the following present:
Commissioner Glenn Vaad, Chair
Commissioner David D. Long, Pro-Tem
Commissioner M. J. Geile
Commissioner William H. Jerke - EXCUSED
Commissioner Robert D. Masden
Also present:
Acting Clerk to the Board, Carol A. Harding
Assistant County Attorney, Lee Morrison
Planning Department representative, Sheri Lockman
Health Department representative, Char Davis
Public Works representative, Drew Scheltinga
The following business was transacted:
I hereby certify that pursuant to a notice dated March 29, 2002, and duly published April 3, 2002,
in the Tri-Town Farmer and Miner and the Greeley Tribune, a public hearing was conducted to
consider the request of Western Mobile, Inc., for a Site Specific Development Plan and Use by
Special Review Permit#1360 for a Mineral Resource Development Facility, including a Concrete
Batch Plant, in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. Lee Morrison, Assistant County Attorney, made
this a matter of record. Chair Vaad advised the applicant's representative, Duane Bollig, that he
has the option of continuing this matter to a date when the full board will be present. However, if
he decides to proceed today, it will require three affirmative votes, or in the case of a tie vote,
Commissioner Jerke will listen to the record and make the determining vote. Mr. Bollig indicated
he would like to proceed today.
Sheri Lockman, 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. Ms.
Lockman gave the location, surrounding land uses, and stated of 18 referrals, 12 responded
favorably or with conditions which have been included, and ten letters were received from
surrounding property owners. Ms. Lockman stated the applicant was originally permitted for a
Concrete Batch Plant by Use by Special Review Permit(USR)#1199 on the property immediately
north of Highway 119,which the Colorado Division of Parks is negotiating a purchase. She stated
the proposed batch plant is not associated with the sand and gravel operation, and indicated
USR #1199 was limited to five years and this one is being proposed for 15 years, with a
development plan to be completed if the applicant wishes to continue at that time. Ms. Lockman
stated the largest issue is public safety and stated the Weld County Departments of Public Works
and Planning Services, and the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), held a meeting
on March 27, 2002, to discuss signalization of Weld County Road 7 at Highway 119, at which
everyone agreed the signal is appropriate and warranted. She further stated the applicant
submitted a proposal, in response to the Department of Public Works request, regarding the
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signalization of said intersection and upgrade to the entrance of their proposed site. Ms. Lockman
stated Public Works is requesting a long-term maintenance agreement be required prior to the
Certificate of Occupancy being issued, and requested that all reference to the Asphalt Batch Plant
be deleted. Chair Vaad determined there is no opposition to that; therefore, any reference to the
Asphalt Batch Plant will be stricken.
Responding to Commissioner Geile, Ms. Lockman stated that CDOT agrees with the signalization
of the intersection; however,funding has not been determined. She further stated there is nothing
currently constructed on the site, therefore, a concrete plant, truck washout facility, shop facility,
and support buildings for the concrete plant will all be constructed. Responding further to
Commissioner Geile,she stated 25 individuals will be employed, and the applicant requested a 24-
hour per day, 7-day per week operation; however, the Planning Commission changed the hours
of operation to 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Drew Scheltinga, Department of Public Works, stated staff met with CDOT and the applicant's
representative to discuss the intersection. CDOT agreed that a traffic light should be installed at
Weld County Road 7 and State Highway 119, and that the light at Weld County Road 7.5 did not
meet warrants, therefore, it should not be considered at this time. One of the reasons is that the
intersection at Weld County Road 7 presently meets warrants; however, CDOT also made it clear
it is nowhere near the top of CDOT's list for funding and CDOT will not put any money towards
installation of this light. Mr. Scheltinga stated it will cost approximately $330,000. He said the
proposal from LaFarge does not anticipate who will pay the difference between their fair share and
the cost of the light, and staff has not worked out the mechanics to come up with a share the
applicant would pay. He said the approach would be to count the truck traffic, get historic records
of what came out of their facility, and then compare the data to get a fair percentage. The problem
would be who would pay the balance, since there are significant dollars not identified for
construction of the light. Mr. Scheltinga reiterated there are no other agreements in place for other
participants, although others do affect traffic at the intersection. He stated other agreements have
been reached which state the applicant would participate at the time a light would be installed. Mr.
Scheltinga stated it does not allow the applicant to be reimbursed in six months, and CDOT gave
no time frame of when they will be installing it; however, it will not be in the immediate future.
Responding to Chair Vaad, Mr. Morrison stated there was a similar situation near Vista Business
Park where owners representing three of the four corners worked out an arrangement for
participation, with the fourth corner being under agreement, that if the County approves
development, it would seek a proportionate contribution from the property owner for it's share.
Responding to Chair Vaad regarding the applicant's request to be reimbursed within six months
after construction completion, Mr. Morrison stated Mr. Scheltinga has identified the problem of
reimbursement from those who are already permitted is that it would be strictly voluntary and not
requiring County approval. Mr. Scheltinga stated staff acknowledges the traffic problem and that
the intersection is appropriate for signalization; however, since funding is not identified, the
applicant may proceed, especially given the fact that there is an existing facility on the opposite
side of the roadway, and there is already a traffic impact. Responding to Commissioner Geile, Mr.
Scheltinga stated they may be holding for a long time until someone comes forward to reimburse,
and concurred if signalization is added, several Conditions of Approval would be eliminated,
including C.2,C.4,and C.5. Mr. Scheltinga, however, stated Conditions C.4 and C.5 would require
CDOT concurrence, and Condition C.2 has to do with improvements for direct access off Weld
County Road 7, which is quite a ways south of the intersection, so the Condition should stay.
Commissioner Geile stated it could create a real hazardous situation at that intersection if this is
approved without signalization and without these items being addressed. However, Mr. Scheltinga
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stated there was no time line, and the applicant should address this question. Responding to Chair
Vaad, Mr. Scheltinga stated two 550-foot acceleration/deceleration lanes on the State Highway
system would cost approximately $50,000 to $100,000.
Duane Bollig, Western Mobile, Inc., gave a brief overview and history of their work in this area,
stating this is a new application and separate from USR#1199, which was established in 1977 as
a combination of several other permits. He stated Western Mobile has been mining in this area
since 1987. Mr. Bollig stated USR #1199 does allow for a ready mix plant on east side of their
parcel, and the new application was submitted instead of amending USR #1199 at the
recommendation of the Planning Commission. He stated the primary purpose of the new
application was to mitigate some of the traffic impacts, which is the primary concern. He stated,
initially, the applicant intended to supply the plant with sand and gravel from their Cottonwood
operation, which is located one and one-half miles south and one-half mile west of the site. He
further stated most of the product from this site will go east on Highway 119 to the 1-25 corridor.
Mr. Bollig stated their letter, dated April 11, 2002, regarding the signalization of the intersection,
was submitted at the request of Department of Planning Services after the Planning Commission
hearing. He said the initial request was to determine the percentage the applicant would be willing
to contribute to the signalization; which is contrary to any other Improvements Agreements they
have entered into when the County has determined the appropriate level of participation. Mr. Bollig
stated the applicant saw this as a creative approach and were able to respond to neighborhood
concerns to get the signal quickly installed. Responding to Commissioner Geile, Mr. Bollig
reiterated in this letter the applicant is committing to fund the up front costs for the installation of
the signal light and they would expect to be paid back except for a pro-rated fair share. He said
the applicant's position is because of other users in area,which include at least two additional sand
and gravel operators who are using Weld County Road 7 to Highway 119, and a new ready mix
plant which just opened south of this location which is also using this route. Mr. Bollig stated the
applicant was under the assumption that at least those operators had the same maintenance and
improvements agreement commitments they typically receive from Weld County and that they
would all pay a pro-rated amount. He said there is also at least one large development, Green
Valley Subdivision, which should also contribute proportionately. Responding to Commissioner
Geile, Mr. Bollig stated that if there is no improvements agreement with the other operators in the
area, they have to re-evaluate their position and discuss the issue further with their managers,
since the letter was not drafted with that assumption. He said if the applicant was held liable for
the entire cost with no payback, it would not seem equitable. Responding to Commissioner Geile,
Mr. Bollig stated they would be in operation as soon as possible, since the plant is ready to be put
up quickly. Responding to Chair Vaad, Mr. Bollig stated the acceleration/deceleration lanes would
cost approximately $50,000 to $75,000 for both if the signal light were not installed.
Mike Hart, consultant to Western Mobile, stated he prepared the public documentation and has
worked closely with County staff and CDOT to bring the application to this point. He said it is not
appropriate for the company to carry the full cost for an intersection that is already warranted for
a signal, although the company is committed to trying to do it in a fair, equitable way.
Mr. Bollig stated Condition #2.C.2 should be left in the Resolution because it deals with the
entrance to the site; Condition #2.C.4 should be deleted if the light is installed; and Condition
#2.C.5 would be completed by the applicant whether or not the light is required.
Floyd Oliver, adjacent property owner, stated LaFarge could have built a ready mix plant under
USR#1199 six months ago;however,they are voluntarily agreeing to move to the south of the road
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to minimize the traffic impact. He said building the signal is a sign of even more cooperation by
LaFarge, and the property to the north of Highway 119 is under contract to sell to the Colorado
Division of Parks. (Changed to tape #2002-14 while Mr. Oliver was speaking.) Mr. Oliver stated
no one would argue that the south side of the road is better than the north side.
Malcolm Benedict,area resident,stated he lives three-fourths of a mile from the proposed site,and
he was asked to be the spokesman for over 100 homes in this area. He presented a petition
signed by those he is speaking for, marked Exhibit O, and stated Western Mobile previously built
a conveyor belt and moved all the gravel to the north side of the Highway. Now they want to put
in a plant, even though the property is zoned A (Agricultural). He questioned why the batch plant
was not done at the time the previous permit was considered instead of asking for one now. He
also stated numerous concerns of residents in the area regarding hazards caused by very heavy
truck traffic on Weld County Road 7, as well as the need for school bus stops. Mr. Benedict
questioned why the applicant would be allowed to haul gravel in when they have already mined out
the site, and stated with another gravel operation in the area the dust particles are already
horrendous without this site. Mr. Benedict stated USR#1199 left a huge hole with mounds of dirt,
and it has not been returned to its original condition as required by the Department of Minerals and
Geology. He stated the close of the other operation needs to be addressed prior to approval of any
other permits for mining. Mr. Benedict also cited safety and health issues regarding Weld County
Road 7, such as school buses in the area, the 45 mile per hour speed limit which is often ignored,
pollution levels, the groundwater factor, and noise from jake brakes. He stated expense will occur
with the traffic light, the access in and out of Road 7, and the little tiny bridge that will be totally
ruined since it cannot handle the existing traffic. Mr. Benedict indicated the page of his petition
which is a response from the Colorado Motor Vehicle Department listing the dates, locations, and
injuries of accidents involving gravel trucks throughout the local hauling area. Mr. Benedict stated
this is more severe than just property owners saying they do not want this here. He said they have
another site in the area, at Weld County Roads 7 and 20.5, and stated the residents will have to
live with the dust and other problems for the long term since the application is for a 15-year period
of time and the gravel will be hauled in. Mr. Benedict stated the homeowners in the area are very
concerned because of the dust and pollution are already present, and the homes in the area are
very expensive.
Gloria Shonrock, area resident, stated she is concerned about the truck traffic on Weld County
Road 7, and she does not agree with the County approving developments for houses to be built
near a proposed cement plant,which will increase the hazards since the trucks will go up and down
Weld County Road 7. She stated she did not know about the project until last week, and indicated
there is only one speed limit sign on southbound Road 7, with none northbound. Ms. Shonrock
stated approval of this application will only add to the truck traffic and other problems, such as dust,
and asked the Board to consider the whole picture, not just one part of it.
Rex Didosfeld, who lives west of the proposed site, stated moving the plant from north of the
highway to south the highway would not change traffic problems. He said there is more traffic
being created by the increase of people moving into area, rather than the trucks that are already
in the area.
Ralph Harding stated he lives south of the proposed site, and if a traffic light were installed, the
applicant could stay where they are rather than moving. He said USR#1199 was not approved to
haul materials in, it was approved only for materials on site, and they should stay where they are.
Mr. Harding stated he has been approved to build a new home; however, if this is approved, he will
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not do it, and stated this is hauling material in and out of the plant. He stated the permit is for a 15-
year time period, and they do not have mineral rights, since there is no gravel there anymore. Mr.
Harding also mentioned that any runoff from this site will flood his property.
Shirley Silvers, area resident, stated she lives about one-fourth mile from this site. She mentioned
her concerns are traffic, pollution, foggy conditions, and dust. She also stated moving the facility
across the road does not help, since they would still have to cross the highway just as many times.
Chair Vaad called a recess until 1:30 p.m.
Upon reconvening, Chuck Larson, area resident, stated he is directly across from where the
proposed plant will be located, and he is opposed to the plant. He said the traffic is horrendous on
Road 7, and he is concerned with the devaluation of his property, since he gets dust and dirt from
the two gravel operations nearby. He said they will be hauling material both ways, which will
increase the traffic load.
Sharon Hopper, area resident, stated her concerns that approval of this request may set a
precedent and allow the Kobobel pit, which is supposed to be reclaimed after the life of the permit
has expired, to add something else onto their plans. She reminded the Board that a portion of its
Mission Statement is regarding problem prevention on a pro-active basis, rather than a cure, and
encouraged the Board to be pro-active.
Robert Owen, resident of Fort Lupton, stated he is a customer of LaFarge, and they are top-notch
operators.
Mr. Bollig clarified that the assumption was made that if the plant were moved to County Road 20.5
to the Cottonwood operation that would decrease the amount of traffic on Road 7 when, in fact,
they are not increasing production from that operation because of this proposed ready mix plant.
The aggregate material will move out of the area one way or another, and he stated the same
amount of traffic would be there but would be ready mix trucks instead of aggregate trucks. Mr.
Bollig stated perhaps the Weld County Road Impact Fee could be used to provide some of the
funding for the signalization of this intersection. He reiterated they are willing to work with staff to
negotiate some way to get the signal installed as soon as possible or, as an alternative, to install
the lane improvements requested by CDOT if no signal is installed. Responding to Commissioner
Geile, Myron Moorhead, Production Manager for LaFarge, stated his best estimate is 15 cement
trucks would be stationed there, so approximately 45 to 50 loads per day would be hauled by them,
as well as the aggregate trucks and a cement bulk truck. He said the aggregate would be hauled
with end dumps. Responding further to Commissioner Geile, Mr. Moorhead said the aggregate
would be coming from Cottonwood, hauled along Weld County Road 20.5 to Weld County Road 7,
then north to the plant. He further stated deliveries would be onto Weld County Road 7 to
Highway 119, then east to the 1-25 Highway corridor, as well as back towards Longmont on
Highway 119. There would probably be some local deliveries that would be going down Road 7
to the south.
Responding to Chair Vaad, Ms. Lockman stated she cannot find anything to indicate hauling
material onto the site was addressed in the USR#1199 permit, although they were permitted for
a concrete plant, it was never a condition that everything be mined from that particular site.
Responding further, she stated it is complicated because the MUD requires any request, except
a standing gravel mining operation and two other uses, to go through a PUD process; however,
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there has already been a precedent set because a prior board approved a concrete batch plant
such as this with a five-year time period, which indicates a concrete batch plant is appropriate for
this type of use. Mr. Morrison stated two concepts allow for approval of this application; one, the
definition of a sand and gravel operation includes asphalt and concrete batch plants; and two, if it
is not considered a USR as part of a sand and gravel operation, it also could be approved as a Use
Allowed in the Industrial Zone District by Special Review in the Agricultural Zone. Mr. Morrison said
basically the previous case ties to the fact that the definition of sand and gravel mining includes the
processing plants as well.
Responding to Commissioner Masden,Char Davis, Department of Public Health and Environment,
stated Condition of Approval #2.F indicates a Dust Abatement Plan shall be submitted for review
prior to operation, as well as a Condition that the applicant would also need an Air Pollution
Emissions Permit from the State Health Department. She stated there would be recourse to get
the problem corrected if it does occur. Responding to Commissioner Geile, Ms. Lockman
reiterated they were approved for an asphalt and concrete batch plant prior to USR Permit#1199,
and she pointed out the location on the map. She stated the permit included the entire site
indicated on the map, although they are now carving out one piece of the property. Responding
to Chair Vaad, Ms. Davis stated there currently are no active dust complaints in the area, and
residents would need to contact the Department of Public Health and Environment and leave a
complaint to have those incidents addressed. Responding to Chair Vaad further, Ms. Davis stated
a justifiable or cause for a complaint would be when conditions are higher than 30 mile-per-hour
winds, or when the dust leaves the property, and the permit holder is not using the methods in their
Dust Abatement Plan. She stated all operational gravel mining operations would have been
required to file a Dust Abatement Plan with the Department. Responding to Commissioner Geile,
Mr. Scheltinga agreed there is currently 781 vehicle trips per day on Weld County Road 7, and
12,900 at the intersection of Road 7 and Highway 119. He stated the Mixed Use Development
Plan classifies Weld County Road 7 as a four-lane arterial roadway, which requires paving, with
two 12-foot lanes, varying unpaved shoulders from two to four feet. Chair Vaad stated that,
although this area is included in the Road Impact Fee area, there is an exception that none of the
impact fees may be used on the State Highway system, so it would take some type of special
consideration to use for this type of project. Responding to Commissioner Masden, Mr. Scheltinga
stated there are current agreements on Road 7 for participation in paving which go back in excess
of 20 years. He also stated the agreements have been evolutionary in their development, with a
bottom line which allows the County to review the condition of the roads and work with each of the
companies in approving a plan, with the companies sharing the cost, based upon their own
agreement. He stated in the past it has been shared based on the number of tons of aggregate
each company hauls, although our written agreements do allow the County to ask for records and
proof to use for determination of percentage of cost. Mr. Scheltinga stated this is the first time a
traffic signal has been considered in the mix, and this intersection is now meeting warrants for the
signal. Responding further to Commissioner Masden, Mr. Scheltinga stated the agreement the
County would recommend would include the same approach regarding repair and maintenance of
the road, as well as some way of dealing with the signal.
Also responding to Commissioner Masden, Ms. Davis stated there is a Condition that would
address any problems of discharged water through the Water Quality Control Commission and
Environmental Protection Agency. Mr. Scheltinga stated there was a comment on the original
referral asking for information on drainage since there was some question about the grading of the
site. Chair Vaad questioned whether anyone has the right to flood a neighbor's property with runoff
from their property. Mr. Sheltinga stated that, regardless of development,a property is not allowed
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to increase its runoff, and grading and/or detention ponds may be required to address this type of
problem. Mr. Hart stated the site will be graded from the east side of the property to the west so
that all the drainage will go into an open body of water on the west side of the plant; and the
company has constructed a partial berm on the south side, in anticipation of landscaping
requirements for trees, shrubs, etc.
Chair Vaad stated the applicant previously stated Conditions of Approval #2.C.2, #2.C.4, and
#2.C.5 should be left unless there is a requirement of a signal light, in which case#2.C.4 would be
deleted, and he verified the applicant is willing to pay the up front costs for installation of the signal,
with compensation within six months of the balance after its pro-rated share is agreed upon. Chair
Vaad stated the intersection must be dealt with,and the current and subsequent applicants are the
only ones the Board can work with to require contributions. Mr. Bollig stated this is the first dialog
they have had with the County since submittal of the letter; however, they are willing to work with
the County to see what framework could be agreed upon. Chair Vaad also reiterated the
applicant's desire to begin operation before the signal is in place, and Mr. Bollig stated with
approval today, the batch plant would probably be in production by September. Mr. Bollig stated
if the signal is not installed, they will abide by the Conditions of Approval and Development
Standards as stated. Responding to Chair Vaad, Mr. Morrison stated those types of agreements
are typically done prior to recording the plat, therefore, the installation of the light is not required,
although it compels the agreement to be in place prior to recording the plat. Mr. Morrison stated
the time of installation and funding or reimbursement required would be included in the
Improvements Agreement. Mr. Scheltinga stated if the agreement and funding of the light were
in place, there would still be time required by CDOT for the design, contract, and actual
construction of the signal. Responding to Chair Vaad, Ms. Lockman stated the plat is required to
be recorded within 60 days of approval, although a batch plant does not normally meet that
requirement. She said because of the outside agreements that have to be reached, it usually takes
six months to one year to get the plat recorded. Mr. Bollig stated the applicant currently has the
right to put a ready mix plant on the north side of Highway 119; however, because of traffic
concerns they felt it would be responsive to the concerns of the neighborhood and County staff to
place it in this location. If the applicant's ability to start operations at the new site is conditional
upon working out an agreement for the signalization, it appears they still have the alternative of
putting in the lane improvements and operating under those conditions. At a future time when
CDOT determines a light should be installed, funding of the light would be with general taxpayers'
money. Mr. Bollig further stated the acceleration/deceleration lanes appear to be their alternative
to start operations more quickly, and they do not want to be penalized six months to one year
before they are allowed to start operations. Mr. Morrison stated the draft resolution currently
requires an Improvements Agreement prior to recording the plat which includes the issue to be
addressed of a prorated percentage towards the total cost of the signalization; therefore, as
currently written the problem is addressed and requires some amount of contribution by the
applicant. Chair Vaad verified the applicant is in agreement with the Conditions of Approval and
Development Standards as written.
Commissioner Geile stated he appreciates the applicant's work within the County;however, he has
a problem with this application, in relation to the Mixed Use Development Plan, since the property
has been mined, it is south of 119, and approval of this request would be creating an Industrial
Use. He stated Highway 119 is a major separator of the area,and when USR#1199 was approved
there was a specific area designated for the concrete batch plant. Commissioner Geile further
stated that, in reference to the Comprehensive Plan, this would be one of the limiting sight factors
which would be low intensity, and the goal of the company to mine the mineral resources has been
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accomplished. Commissioner Geile specified the Weld County Code Section 22-2-230.C.1
(MUD.Goal 3), states, "provide efficient and cost effective delivery of adequate public facilities and
services which assure the health, safety and general welfare of the present and future residents
of the County and the area." He also referred to Section 22-2-230.F.2.b, where it states new
industrial development should be designed to complement the natural environment and exhibit a
"campus-like" atmosphere. Therefore, he is concerned about creating an Industrial site, or the
appearance of an industrial site, that will be on site for 15 years. He also referred to Section 22-2-
230.F.2.k, which states that all new development shall comply with Section 22-3-60 of the Code,
and it discusses access to properties and that development should be designed so that it does not
disrupt highway travel. Transportation is a major problem, and a 15-year industrial site on the
property will impede the development of Highway 119, which is one of the identified strategic
corridors in the County. Therefore, Commissioner Geile stated he will move to deny the request.
Commissioner Masden stated he appreciates the testimony given by those present, as well as the
effort of the applicant to complement the site and work with the County on all the transportation
issues, therefore, he will be in support of the application.
Commissioner Long stated he agrees with Commissioner Geile's comments and position.
Chair Vaad commented that the logic that the gravel resources are gone and locating the plant
north of Highway 119 would exacerbate the traffic problems by hauling gravel to the site from
further locations. He stated denial would create a bigger problem with the traffic on Weld County
Road 7 than approval.
Commissioner Geile moved to deny the request of Western Mobile, Inc., for a Site Specific
Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit#1360 for a Mineral Resource Development
Facility, including a Concrete Batch Plant in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. He reiterated
approval would create an industrial area which was not the intent for the area south of Highway
119; it was not the intent of USR#1199 when it was approved, which has already been mined out;
and it would be created for a 15-year period seriously impeding the County's ability to have a good
solid industrial and business base along Highway 119, which is a well stated goal in the MUD to
provide a campus-like atmosphere which coincides or relates to the area.
Commissioner Long seconded the motion, and on roll call, the vote was tied with Commissioners
Long and Geile for the motion and Commissioner Masden and Chair Vaad against. Chair Vaad
stated since the vote is split, the final decision will be made upon Commissioner Jerke's review of
the taped recordings and written record. Mr. Morrison stated this matter can be placed on a regular
agenda for an announcement of his vote after he has opportunity to review the record, and
suggested it be continued to next week. Chair Vaad stated he would continue this matter to
April 24, 2002, at 10:00 a.m., and Mr. Morrison stated the record is closed and there will be no
further evidence admitted or further discussion held, other than the comments by Commissioner
Jerke.
There being no further discussion, the Chair adjourned until April 24, 2002, at 10:00 a.m.
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This Certification was approved on the 22nd day of April 2002.
APPROVED:
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EXHIBIT INVENTORY CONTROL SHEET
Case USR#1360 -WESTERN MOBILE, INC.
Exhibit Submitted By Exhibit Description
A. Planning Staff Inventory of Item Submitted
B. Planning Commission Resolution of Recommendation
C. Planning Commission Summary of Hearing (Minutes 01/15/2002)
D. Clerk to the Board Notice of Hearing
E. CDOT Referral Response (02/25/2002)
F. Hart Environmental Letter with attachment from Division of
Minerals and Geology (03/01/2002)
G. Don Koldeway Letter of Opposition (02/04/2002)
H. Felsburg, Holt and Ullevig Memorandum re: Supplemental Turn Lane
Analysis of Heaton Ready-Mix Concrete
Plant FHU Reference #01-211 (01/22/02)
Hart Environmental Letter re: MLRB Permit#M 87-176 (Hamm
Pit) (01/29/2002)
J. Planning Staff I attar from CDflT (3/27/02)
Photo of sign posted
K. Planning Staff nn site (4/2/02)
L. St Vrain Cnnrernpd Citi7enc I etter of rnnrern (4/10/02)
FAX re: Funds committed to install
M. Planning Staff signal light (3/27/02)
N. Applicant Respnnse letter re• funds fnr light (4/11/07)
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