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Home My WebLink About20040920.tiff i +� SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW (USR) APPLICATION I- FOR PLANNING DEPARTMENT USE DATE RECEIVED: RECEIPT#/AMOUNT# 1$ CASE#ASSIGNED: APPLICATION RECEIVED BY PLANNER ASSIGNED: Parcel Number © Ei ❑0 n © ©_p_E D_❑ (12 digit number-found on Tax I.D.information,obtainable at the Weld County Assessor's Office,or www.co.weld.co.us). Legal Description Z S 47C S LS(..0 4. , Section <0,Township S North, Rangel,0 West Flood Plain: A/0 Zone District: A G , Total Acreage: / Z 0 , Overlay District: Ne/0 - Geological Hazard: FEE OWNER(S)OF THE PROPERTY: Name: -JIM E5 goyj, J2 Work Phone#001)774-- Ss$I LHome Phone 40o:0771,-B 8/6 Email Address Address: /S/ 57'74 rc H YW Y to/o City/State/Zip Code LONG Man-1r C O P 0 S 0 c{ Name: Work Phone# Home Phone# Email Address Address: City/State/Zip Code Name: Work Phone# Home Phone# Email Address Address: City/State/Zip Code APPLICANT OR AUTHORIZED AGENT(See Below:Authorization must accompany applications signed by Authorized Agent) Name: 1:AV/D A) OAGGY SIC rent 10/44 Mohr Ar2C(Zipr FlopE cets 'Assoc Work Phone#(3c11461 - 0693 Home Phone#(303)469 0,(00)_2 Email Addresser r-odnyN S3 4 an3,c„r.r Address: 3293 co iO3 tic-race City/State/Zip Code We .7rnjniS-n R , C'0 80o PROPOSED USE: EA7 as LcAsa 7 AC4's nu TAO COCA 7,,-r i sir CepaAIerz or T?.,t4- /20 tqc.12e-2 6- Uscn .9s a Pruuorrr RccRe toNgc. Rc(cit/Tr /%2 rt-te- P.'1rosc of ,Cz-W /6 RAOro c'oNT20t cco Mope-c. •'4recizaFi' I(We)hereby depose and state under penalties of perjury that all statements,proposals,and/or plans submitted with or contained within the application are true and correct to the best of my(our)knowledge. Signatures of all fee owners of property must sign this application. If an Authorized Agent signs,a letter of authorization from all fee owners must be included with the application.If a corporation is the fee owner,notarized evidence must be included indicating that the signatory has to legal authority to sign for the corporation. U 9 ^,2 7 (/ 3 4.�i��G ' i 2 8/Z6%(i 9 nature: Owner or Au on d Agent Date Signature: Owner or Autho ed 7{gent Gate EXHIBIT 2004-0920 1 SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW(USR)QUESTIONNAIRE The following questions are to be answered and submitted as part of the USR application. If a question does not pertain to your use, please respond with"not applicable", with an explanation as to why the question is not applicable. 1. Explain, in detail, the proposed use of the property. The property is leased and used as a private recreational facility for the purpose of flying radio controlled model aircraft. This model flying site is operated by the Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association (LAMA), a nonprofit, limited membership organization. LAMA is an Academy of Model Aeronautics chartered organization, which originated in Longmont. However, approximately 50%of the current membership resides outside of Longmont, making the organization a regional group. Although LAMA is not the landowner or petitioner, as the lessee and operator of the facility, LAMA rules of operation and organization are pertinent to this request. An AMA pamphlet, a copy of the LAMA Field and Operating Rules, and the LAMA Bylaws are included (See Appendixes I, II and Ill). The Academy of Model Aeronautics(AMA) is a nationwide organization of model aviators consisting of over 200,000 members and more than 2500 clubs. AMA is a self- supporting nonprofit organization whose purpose is to promote development of model aviation as a sport and a worthwhile recreation activity. Through its headquarters in Muncie, Indiana,AMA provides a liaison with the FAA, the FCC, local governments, regional boards, and park departments to promote the interests of local chartered clubs. AMA plays a significant role in safety, education and modeling development. To minimize the risk of financial loss, AMA also insures individual members, clubs, and site owners. This Comprehensive General Liability coverage is up to$2,500,000 per accident. Young people, teenagers,working age adults, and senior citizens all enjoy the sense of accomplishment in building and flying model aircraft. Some famous people whose careers have been influenced by model aviation are Neil Armstrong, Frank Borman, Robert Gibson, Burt Rutan, and Dick Scobee. Letters from these individuals are included (See Appendix IV). Model aircraft have wingspans ranging in size from 3 feet to approximately 10 feet. The aircraft are constructed from kits or are scratch built from plans. The primary building materials are balsa wood, Styrofoam, and in some cases lightweight fiberglass. It can take from 10 to 1000 hours to build a model, depending on the complexity of the kit and type of aircraft being built. The pilot controls the aircraft by manipulating gimbaled sticks on a hand held radio transmitter. These radio systems operate within the guidelines and frequency allocations imposed by the FCC. The aircraft are normally flown within 900 to 1000 feet laterally from the pilot and at an altitude of less than 400 feet. The right to over fly the adjoining land and to retrieve downed aircraft in these areas has been granted by owners of the land to the east, west, and north of the site. Normal flight activities are not conducted south of the site. The facility is designed in compliance with AMA criteria to provide a safe environment for both spectators and pilots and to meet AMA insurance requirements. Strictly enforced field rules prohibit flying in certain areas to protect pilots and spectators during flying operations. Club members self-police the safety rules; in addition, LAMA has an elected Field Safety Officer to advise the club on safety issues and to ensure that field rules are followed. Page 1 of 4 SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY Si-CCIAL REVIEW(USR)QUESTIONNAIRE 2. Explain how this proposal is consistent with the intent of the Weld County Code, Chapter 22 (Comprehensive Plan). The model flying site is intended to function as a location for recreational, non- commercial activity. Throughout the country, sites such as this are typically located on large parcels of agricultural or regional recreation land. This is common, since model aircraft operations can be incompatible with high-density urban/industrial areas. The model flying site is located in the southeast corner of a 120-acre section. This location was selected to minimize any impacts on surrounding neighbors. The model flying site is of a temporary nature and as such, the land can easily be returned to the agricultural use for which it is currently zoned. For example, the runway and taxi surfaces consist of a porous, woven material, Geotex(See appendix V which is simply stapled to the ground. Other elements of the facility are equally temporary, and if removed would have no lasting impact on the land. The site has no negative environmental impacts, and there are no plans for permanent structures(impervious surfaces, building foundations, or facilities placing demands on County infrastructure). See Appendix VI. A benefit to the surrounding landowners in having the model airport located in their area is that it should help minimize vandalism and trash dumping. Since the operation has been active the amount of trash abandoned along the road has declined and evidence of beer bottles along the county road has decreased. LAMA will participate in the Adopt a Road program for the roads 1 mile east and 1 mile north from the intersection of CR 1 and CR 36. 3. Explain how this proposal is consistent with the intent of the Weld County Code, Chapter 23 (Zoning)and the zone district in which it is located. Zoning guidance in Chapter 23(23-3-40 Uses by special review)suggests recreational facilities as compatible within the usage parameters of an Agricultural Zone District, given approval of the requested use. LAMA's proposal is consistent with the examples cited. An additional consideration is that if the temporary materials being utilized for this activity were to be removed there would be no permanent scarring of the land, as would occur with other motorized activities. 4. What type of uses surround the site? Explain how the proposal is consistent and compatible with the surrounding land uses. The site is on approximately 7 acres at the Southeast corner of a 120 acre agricultural plot. The land on which the flying site sits has not been farmed for several years. Immediately to the East and South are plots that are actively farmed. To the North and West are agricultural plots with the normal zoned rural housing density(2 homes North and 3 homes West). The homes are at a sufficient distance that normal over flight will not occur and that noise is minimal. Over flight of the property to the East can occur, and is done with the permission of the landowner. Page 2 of 4 r-. SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW(USR)QUESTIONNAIRE 5. Describe, in detail, the following: r a. How many people will use this site? During the week there will be approximately 2 to 4 people flying radio control aircraft on some days, while on normal weekends it would be approximately 8 to 12 people. No more than 5 model aircraft are flown at one time. Flyers typically use the site for approximately 3 hours. Three or 4 times per year the club runs contests that can involve approximately 40 flyers from around the state. There can be approximately 40 spectators at an individual event. b. How many employees are proposed to be employed at this site? The Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association does not have employees. All LAMA site maintenance and other support activity is strictly on a volunteer basis. c. What are the hours of operation? Operating hours are Monday through Sunday between 8:00 A.M. to Sunset. These hours of operation are defined in the LAMA flying rules. Generally a majority of the flying activity is in the morning, early afternoon or early evening. Model aircraft are normally not flown continuously during the course of the day. d. What type and how many structures will be erected (built)on the site? One small wooden "Tufr shed(12'x 10')and 1 existing cargo container. e. What type and how many animals, if any, will be on this site? No animals will be permanently maintained on the site. Members may on occasion bring pets to the site. These are must be on leashes(See LAMA Field and Operating Rules Appendix II. f. What kind(type, size, weight)of vehicles will access this site and how often? Cars, light trucks and SUVs will typically access the site, the number based on the usage parameters described in 5.a. g. Who will provide fire protection for this site? In the event of a fire, 911 would be contacted and fire protection services would be requested through the Weld County Regional Communications Center. These services would be utilized in the same manner as for other agricultural land in the area. As a leasee of the land, it is LAMA's expectation that taxes paid to Weld County by the landowner would enable utilization of this service. h. What is the water source on the property?(Both domestic and irrigation). None is available and none is required. Flying model aircraft does not require water. Natural vegetation will be allowed to remain as is and will be watered by normal rainfall. Participants provide their own bottled drinking water to suit their individual needs. This item was discussed with Ms. Pam Smith. Page 3 of 4 SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND USE BY SPECIAL REVIEW(USR)QUESTIONNAIRE What is the sewage disposal system on the property?(Existing and proposed). BFI has been contracted to provide a porto-pottie that is serviced once a week. The porto-pottie is in place at the northeast corner of the cargo container. This item was discussed with Ms. Pam Smith. i. If storage or warehousing is proposed, what type of items will be stored? There will be no storage or warehousing at the site. The structures on the site are used to secure club property needed to maintain the flying field. 6. Explain the proposed landscape for the site. The landscaping shalt be seperately submitted as a landscape plan map as part of the application submittal. The 7 acre plot utilized is surrounded by a 4 wire barbed wire fence with an access gate on the East side of the fence. No other landscaping is required. These fences are identified on the Special Review plat map. 7. Explain any proposed reclamation procedures when termination of the Use by Special Request activity occurs. No special reclamation procedures will be required when the termination of the USR activity occurs. The Geotex runway material will be rolled up and removed. Other equipment owned by the club will be removed for reuse. The fencing will be removed unless the owner wishes otherwise. The land will then be ready for agricultural use without further reclamation activity required. 8. Explain how storm water drainage will be handled on the site. Storm water drainage is handled by the natural lay of the ground in the existing slope and drainage of the field. The Geotex material that is used for the runway, walking areas, and taxiway surface is porous and allows the rain water to be absorbed into the ground rather than causing the water to be diverted to the side of the surface. The existing slope of the ground in the area where a small access road (permeable)will be installed will not require any special treatment. 9. Explain how long it will take to construct this site when construction and landscaping is scheduled to begin. The fencing around the 7 acre property, the model airplane runway, and associated facilities are completed. The placement of the gravel road surface and the spectator fence is expected to take approximately 2 days each. This will substantially complete the project. However, all construction activity has ceased, pending review of this proposal. If the USR is granted, a completion schedule will be planned at that time. 10. Explain where storage and/or stockpile of wastes will occur on this site. Not Applicable. No wastes will be stored or stockpiled at this site. Individuals are required to remove any trash (typically soft drink bottles or cans and paper towels)after they have completed flying. See Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association Field and Operating Rules, Appendix II. A portion of the radio controlled model aircraft flying site was completed prior to the submission of this USR. To ensure operational safety two additional items will be installed at this time. These include the spectator fence and two model aircraft silhouettes 1255 feet west of the center of the runway. No other additional construction will be performed prior to approval. Page 4 of 4 APP-1o1X II Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association Field and Operating Rules 8/21/03 This set of rules is designed to enhance the enjoyment of the hobby by providing guidelines to protect our members and flying site. General Field Rules 1. The LAMA flying field is open to all fully paid LAMA members in good standing. Members should display their LAMA membership cards when at the field. 2. All engines.10 cubic inches displacement or greater must be fitted with an adequate noise suppression device. A list of unacceptable engine/muffler combinations(if any)will be posted. 3. Hours of operation are from 8:00 A.M.until sunset. 4. Parking must be in designated areas. 5. Children shall be supervised and animals shall be on leashes at all times. 6. Clean up your own mess. Each member is responsible for removing all trash from the field at the end of a visit. Pick up all the pieces of any crash. 7. All spectators and guests must leave with the last LAMA member out. The last LAMA member to leave the field must ensure that the doors and gates are locked. 8. Any problem with the site,such as damage to the equipment,vandalism,or unexplained crashes,etc. should be reported as soon as possible to any club officer. 9. Operation on channel 20 or 21 is not allowed at the LAMA flying field. General Flying Rules "Let courtesy and safety prevail at all times." The rules that follow are set up,as nearly as possible,to take the flyer safely from arrival to leaving the field. 1. All AMA safety regulations must be observed. 2. Upon arrival at the field,check that your transmitter is off and impound it at the Frequency Control Center or if the appropriate frequency pin is available attach it to your transmitter. All transmitters without frequency pins must be impounded. 3. After impounding your transmitter(s),you may then move your equipment to the pit area. 4. When your aircraft is ready to fly and the frequency pin is available,remove the proper frequency pin and clip it to your transmitter, leave your LAMA membership card(LAMA Members)or AMA license (Guests only)in the card holder and do your range check by walking east or west from the pits. If you require lengthy adjustments or engine run-up,you should go to the far west end of the spectator fence. (NOTE: You must always have the frequency pin when operating your transmitter at the run-up area or anywhere else at the field.) 5. Start your engine and carry your plane or restrained taxi to one of the two taxiways or the runway. 6. All flying shall be done from one of the flight stations. A maximum of five aircraft may be in the air at one time. Only two flyers at a given flight station at one time. 7. When you are ready to fly,check for traffic(landing aircraft have the right of way),call out"TAKING OFF",taxi out,observe the active runway direction,take off,and have fun. Page I of 3 Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association Field and Operating Rules 8/21/03 8. During takeoffs and landings do not fly south of the line described by the flight stations. During all other flying activity,no flying is permitted south of the southern edge of the runway except as defined in 11 below. 9. Now that you are airborne,remember:Do not fly south of the runway(exception see 11 below),no landing against traffic except in an emergency,make all high speed low passes with caution and always north of the runway,do not fly in close proximity or over our neighbors,stay close to our field to see and control your plane,and finally,always give way to any aircraft in trouble,for example dead stick or glitch problems. If you get into trouble,call it out in a loud voice to let other flyers know you have a problem. 10. No flying is allowed west of a north south line 1250 feet from the center of the runway. This distance will be judged by comparing of the relative size of the flying model with the airplane silhouettes displayed on the ground 1000 feet west of the center of the runway. 11. Helicopter and Park Flyer flying is also allowed south of the runway and north of CR 36 in the area east of the parking area. Park Flyers are defined as follows: Small airplanes propelled by electric motors that are designed to fly in small spaces such as school yards or small parks. 12. When you are ready to land call out"LANDING". Once you are safely down,taxi off the runway or retrieve your aircraft(when you have to walk on the runway to retrieve your aircraft,call out"ON THE RUNWAY"and"CLEAR"when you are off the runway).Don't taxi south of the line described by the flight stations. Shut off the engine,turn off your transmitter,remove your LAMA membership card or AMA license from the cardholder,replace the frequency pin on the card holder and notify anyone queued for the frequency that it is available. 13. When retrieving aircraft from the field east of the flying site crop damage must be minimized. Use common sense and minimize the number of people in the field. No vehicles will be driven into the field at any time. 14. When ready to leave,pick up all gear,and then take your transmitter last. BE SURE TO REMOVE YOUR LAMA MEMBERSHIP CARD OR AMA LICENSE AND CLIP THE FREQUENCY PIN TO THE CARD HOLDER! The above rules are designed to prevent accidents and shoot-downs. Frequency control is as important to safety as it is to your pocket book. Remember,if you shoot it down,you buy it. General Rules for Students 1. Non-soloed pilots may not fly at LAMA Field without an instructor. Solo certificates may only be awarded after a qualifying check flight with a LAMA instructor. 2. LAMA instructors are not responsible for damage to student aircraft. General Rules for Guest 1. Guest pilots must have a current AMA membership. 2. Guest pilots must be accompanied to the flight line by a LAMA member to ensure that the rules are followed. 3. Guests must leave with the member they came with. Page 2 of 3 Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association Field and Operating Rules 8/21/03 4. LAMA encourages all its members to bring guest pilots to the field,and we hope that they will join LAMA. However,after the third trip to the field,guest pilots from the local area will be asked to become LAMA members. Everyone is encouraged to introduce yourself to people you don't know. There are many talents in our club,and much can be gained by getting to know one another. Page 3 of 3 APP$D\ x III CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE LONGMONT AIRCRAFT MODELERS ASSOCIATION CHARTERED BY THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS-CHARTER#705 (Last Revised 1/7/2001) CONSTITUTION ARTICLE I—NAME The name of this organization shall be the Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association,hereinafter referred to as the"Club". ARTICLE II-PURPOSE SECTION 1: The objective of this Club shall be to promote model building and flying in Longmont,Colorado and in this City's general locality,and to aid,insofar as possible,the national program of the Academy of Model Aeronautics and other AMA activities, looking toward the continual advancement of model aviation in all of its phases in the United States. SECTION 2: All special or local enterprises of the Club shall conform to the policies of the Academy of Model Aeronautics, and to the regulations of that organization governing model aircraft contests. ARTICLE III-MEMBERSHIP All persons living in Longmont,Colorado,or having connections in this City or general vicinity shall be eligible for membership in this Club,provided they meet qualifications prescribed by the Club and by the Academy of Model Aeronautics,and hold valid membership in the Academy of Model Aeronautics. SECTION 1: The rights and interests of all members shall be equal,and no member may have or acquire a greater interest therein than any other member. SECTION 2: A member in good standing is one who owes no back dues or fees. SECTION 3: Membership shall be held to a maximum of 200 Adult Members,including Extra Family Members. My fair method for filling vacancies may be applied. Junior members DO NOT count toward the maximum number of members allowed. A Junior Member may join the club when the club is at its membership limit. When a Junior Member turns nineteen,and becomes an Adult Member,per By-Laws Article VII—Dues and Fees,Section I, and the club is at its maximum membership,the membership limit will automatically expand by one to accommodate the new Adult Member. If the member does not renew,the maximum membership limit will automatically contract by one. If the membership should fall below 200 members,the membership limit will automatically revert to the 200 member limit. BY-LAWS ARTICLE I—OFFICERS The officers of the Club shall be as follows: President Secretary Public Relations Safety Officer Vice President Treasurer Field Director Newsletter Editor The Board of Directors shall be comprised of these seven officers plus the Senior Advisor. The Senior Advisor is the previous year President for a term of one year. ARTICLE II-DUTIES Page 1 of 6 CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE LONGMONT AIRCRAFT MODELERS ASSOCIATION CHARTERED BY THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS-CHARTER#705 (Last Revised 1/7/2001) CONSTITUTION President— The President shall preside at all meetings of LAMA,and shall act as spokesman for LAMA in all matters pertaining to LAMA. Vice President— The Vice President shall act for the President when the President is unable to serve. The Vice President shall maintain the LAMA membership roster,maintain the membership database,issue membership cards,and furnish the current mailing list to the newsletter editor. Secretary— The Secretary shall keep the minutes and attendance of LAMA meetings and provide a copy to the Newsletter Editor for publishing in the LAMA newsletter. The Secretary shall maintain all official LAMA documents. Treasurer— The Treasurer shall collect all monies due and shall keep a record of monies received and monies disbursed by LAMA. Safety Officer— The Safety Officer shall be responsible to ensure that all LAMA safety rules are compiled with and institute any necessary safety rules. Newsletter Editor-The Editor shall collect,compile,or generate information of interest to LAMA and publish that information once a month before the LAMA meeting of that month. The newsletter shall contain the minutes of the previous LAMA meeting as supplied by the Secretary. The Editor will publish any information at any time as required by the Board of Directors. Field Director— The Field Director shall be responsible for the flying field. The Field Director shall schedule field maintenance and direct the Club members in performing the work. Public Relations— The Public Relations chairman shall contact and keep the local model shops informed of LAMA activities,make any contacts beneficial to LAMA activities and modeling,and be responsible for announcements of all contest activities by newspaper,radio and television,as possible. Senior Advisor— The Senior Advisor shall aid LAMA in any manner possible in regard to contest organization,prize donors,LAMA meetings,LAMA headquarters and LAMA activities of all kinds,and shall counsel the officers and members at all times. The Board of Directors shall act on all matters of general policy. ARTICLE III-TERM OF OFFICE SECTION 1: All officers of the LAMA shall serve for one year from January 1st through December 31st. SECTION 2: The election of officers shall be held annually at the November meeting. The nominations shall be made at the October and November meetings. SECTION 3: Only members in good standing may vote or hold office. The President shall appoint an election committee of two or more members for the purpose of receiving and reporting absentee votes. Votes for officer election may be cast by written ballot at the Club meeting,or absentee ballot by communication with the election committee. The election committee shall tabulate and report the election results at the annual meeting for election of officers. ARTICLE IV—VACANCIES Page 2 of 6 CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE LONGMONT AIRCRAFT MODELERS ASSOCIATION CHARTERED BY THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS-CHARTER#705 (Last Revised 1/7/2001) CONSTITUTION Vacancy in any office shall be filled by appointment by the Board of Directors;such appointee to serve until the end of the term for which his predecessor was elected. ARTICLE V—MEETINGS SECTION 1: Regular meetings shall be held on the third Thursday of each month. Special meetings of the Club shall be at any convenient time,upon call by the President,or upon call signed by any three members of LAMA. The call for a special meeting shall name the time,place,and purpose of such meeting,and shall be communicated to the membership at least three days in advance of the date set. The President shall notify the membership via the November newsletter of the annual meeting for election of officers. SECTION 2: Board of Directors meetings shall be held at a time and place as designated by the President;who shall preside prior to the regular monthly meeting. SECTION 3: Order of Business—The order of business at regular meetings shall be as follows: A. Meeting call to order B. Minutes of the last regular and Board of Directors meetings read,approved,and corrected,if necessary C. Treasurer's report D. Old Business(LAMA business only) E. New business(LAMA business only) F. Adjournment of recorded meeting G. Program and general discussion(not to be recorded) SECTION 4: Procedure—Parliamentary procedure shall be ignored with the exception of floor motions,nominations,and voting. ARTICLE VI-REGULAR BUSINESS SECTION 1: All regular business affairs and enterprises conducted by LAMA shall be directed by the Board of Directors, except that at any time,the President or Board may call a meeting of the membership to decide on any problem or business activity. SECTION 2: At any Club meeting,a quorum shall be 51 percent of the membership present at such meeting. At any Board of Directors meeting,a quorum shall be 51 percent of the membership present at such meeting. ARTICLE VII—DUES AND FEES SECTION 1 —The annual membership dues to this Club shall be: Open membership $36.00 Extra Family Membership $12.00 Youth Membership $12.00 Extra Family Membership category applies to anyone who currently resides in the same household as a current open member. Youth Membership category applies to those not 19 by July 1st of the dues year. Page 3 of 6 CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE LONGMONT AIRCRAFT MODELERS ASSOCIATION CHARTERED BY THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS-CHARTER#705 (Last Revised 1/7/2001) CONSTITUTION The above rates are for a full year;after May 1st a new member would pay as follows: Open Membership $3.00 per month Extra Family Membership $1.00 per month Youth Membership $1.00 per month Renewals are due before January 1st of the dues calendar year. Members whose renewal is not paid by January 31st of the dues calendar year shall be considered a non-member in accordance with ARTICLE III of the LAMA Constitution. If in accordance with ARTICLE III of the Constitution,a waiting list to join the Club exists,new members shall be allowed to join,up to the maximum membership limit. A delinquent member may have their membership renewed by paying their dues plus late fees if an opening exists. In no event shall membership exceed the limit set in ARTICLE III of the Constitution. SECTION 2: A Lifetime Membership into LAMA is available A. The Lifetime Membership dues are ten times the current annual dues(currently$360.00) B. Senior Members(over sixty years old)are eligible for a Seniors Discount of twenty percent of life membership dues(currently$288) C. Life Members will have"Life Member"printed on his/her LAMA membership card D. Life Members may declare themselves Non-Flying members by informing the President or Newsletter Editor. Declaration of a non-flying status is irrevocable. A Life Member with a non-flying status does not hold a membership slot in the club maximum limit. E. Life Members will receive a copy of the LAMA Newsletter,"The Tail Spinner",without regard to AMA membership. F. Life Members must show an AMA license valid for the next year to receive their annual membership card and be eligible to fly at the LAMA field SECTION 3: Any new member joining LAMA will pay an$85.00 initiation fee. The following are exempt from paying an initiation fee: Youth Memberships Extra Family Memberships Honorary Memberships from LAMA SECTION 4: In the case any member has problems paying any dues,assessments,or initiation fee;said member can appear before the Board of Directors or have any Director present their case to have any fees deferred or to be allowed to make payments on said fee. Once the Board of Directors has agreed to a plan with said individual,failure to comply will result in termination of membership. SECTION 5: Assessment proposed by the Board must be approved by vote of the membership as a whole,and then may be levied only upon majority vote of 75 percent of the entire active membership. SECTION 6: All LAMA monies shall be deposited in a checking account with a local bank(The Treasurer shall maintain a petty cash box not to exceed$100.00). The President,Vice President,and Treasurer are eligible to sign checks. ARTICLE VIII-SPECIAL FUNDS The Treasurer of LAMA is authorized to receive contributions or specially obtained funds from any individual or institution to be applied to the operating expenses of LAMA. Page 4 of 6 CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE LONGMONT AIRCRAFT MODELERS ASSOCIATION CHARTERED BY THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS-CHARTER#705 (Last Revised 1/7/2001) CONSTITUTION ARTICLE IX—COMMITTEES The standing committees of the Club shall be appointed by the President to serve throughout his tenure of office,and their duties shall be indicated by the names of the committees as follows: Contest Committee Prize and Awards Committee Newsletter Committee Meeting Program Committee Membership Committee Additional special committees,as required,may be named from time to time by the President. ARTICLE X—CLUB EQUIPMENT All Club equipment as may belong to LAMA shall be inventoried and remain in the possession of those to whom it is assigned and shall remain the responsibility of that member and LAMA. ARTICLE XI—AMENDMENTS Amendments may be made to this Constitution and these By-Laws at any general meeting of the Club membership,provided the members shall have been notified in writing,at least three days in advance,that an amendment is to be considered. Copies of the proposed amendment shall be provided to all Directors or to any members who may request same. The full text of amendments approved by the Club shall be published in the club newsletter,"The Tail Spinner",in the month following approval. ARTICLE XII-LAMA NOISE CONTROL REQUIREMENTS All engines.10 cubic inch displacement or above must be fitted with an adequate noise suppression device. The use of the standard muffler,as supplied by the manufacturer with the engine,will be deemed adequate unless the combination is specifically excluded by the Club as addressed below. The use of after market or homemade mufflers is acceptable if judged adequate by the Safety Officer. Comparison to the standard muffler,or other engine/muffler combinations of similar size in the event of the absence of a standard muffler,will be used as a guideline by the Safety Officer. Any member of the Club may request that the Safety Officer assess a particular aircraft for compliance. Judgement for or against an aircraft will remain in effect until corrected and reassessed by the Safety Officer,or overturned by the Board of Directors through an appeal. Appeals may be made to any officer of the Club. In the event of an appeal,the officer will arrange for a noise measurement to determine the acceptability of an aircraft. Measurements will be taken using the procedure described by AMA for the FAI F3A process. The appeal test results will be brought to the Board of Directors meeting by the officer,and based on the engine's reading versus similar combinations,the judgement will either stand or be overturned. The decision of the Board of Directors is final. LAMA will maintain a list of unacceptable engine/muffler combinations which cannot be used at the LAMA field. Any engine/muffler combination deemed unacceptable by a member,and approved by 75 percent of the membership,will be placed on this list. Page 5 of 6 CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS OF THE LONGMONT AIRCRAFT MODELERS ASSOCIATION CHARTERED BY THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS-CHARTER#705 (Last Revised 1/7/2001) CONSTITUTION The above rules apply to daily flying at the field by members and their guest. Members are responsible to inform guests of these rules and to enforce their compliance. Any member who intentionally violates the above rules will have their flying privileges at the Club field revoked. Appeals for reinstatement must be made to the Board of Directors. Special Club events,contest,fly-ins,etc.,will have their noise rule compliance statements made when they are proposed and prior to their acceptance into the Club calendar. These rules and the list of unacceptable engine/muffler combinations will be posted at the Club field. ARTICLE XIII-CENSURE AND SANCTION The Board of Directors may censure and sanction any member by majority note. The sanction may be verbal or written and may include suspension of flying privileges. Termination of membership proposed by majority vote of the Board of Directors must be approved by a majority vote of the members present at a club meeting or a special meeting. Page 6 of 6 APP NDO( IV ‘cs AND se, ,IC =r" n „ NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION zd MANNED SPACECRAFT CENTER 0 " a SA. "��• HOUSTON,TEXAS 77058 IN REPLY REFER TO: CB Executive Director Academy of Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston,VA 22090 The following are the answers to the questions in your letter of 10 April: 1. I flew in model aircraft competitions during the years 1946-1950. 2. I was a member of the U.S.Navy team at the 1949 Nationals (control-line, speed),but was not a winner. 3. I was an AMA member for a number of years in the'40s,but do not have the dates. 4. My model building and flying activities significantly contributed to my interest in aeronautics and was a primary force in directing my education toward aeronautical engineering. I was honorary control director at the 1964 Nationals :t Dallas and also 3 or 4 years earlier at Glenview while I was in the X-15 program. I look forward to seeing you at the Collier event. B .t • h_ , • A. tro l Op s FRANK BORMAN 250 Cotorro Court • Suite A Las Cruces, New Mexico 88005 (505) 524-4050 A MA Auc (y 107. August 12, 1997 Mr. Jay Mealy Flying Site/Marketing Center Academy of Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie, Indiana 47302 Dear Mr. Mealy: I would like to add my voice to the hundreds of thousands of people who support the hobby of model aviation. In my own case, building model airplanes started me on a long career in aviation and space. Some of the fondest memories of my youth are those of my Dad and I building and flying Zippers, Playboys, etc in the late thirties and early forties. The thrill of witnessing the takeoff, flight and successful return of a personally constructed model is second only to the actual experience of flying. It is no wonder, therefore, that almost all aviators actually begin their career with the interest sparked from the hobby of model aviation. It is an interest that once pursued, intensifies and always remains. I urge the community governments and particularly the park departments to preserve and develop recreational sites and land areas suitable for model aircraft activity. This is certainly one of the finest commitments we can make toward installing the challenges of youth--and ensuring the leisure enjoyment of many old timers like myself. Sincerely, FB/pfg 20+25 Space Administration sand Space NASA Lyndon B.Johnson Space Center Houston,Texas 77058 CB Ropy to Attn of: Mr. Geoffrey Styles Academy of Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Grive Reston, VA 22090 Dear Geoffrey: When I landed the Space Shuttle "Columbia" in the pre-dawn darkness at Edwards Air Force Base on January 18th this year, I was performing .a piloting task similar to one I first learned many years ago with smaller model airplanes. I 've built and flown model airplanes all my life, starting with gliders, free-flight, U-control and up through radio control . It's taught me problem solving, aerodynamics, stability and control , structures, and many other things that have served me very well in engineering, in aviation, and in my career as an astronaut. I 'm still active as a modeler (when I 'm not orbiting) and continue to enjoy the camaraderie, the satisfaction, and the continuing education that aircraft modeling provides. I 'd recommend it for any aspiring aviator or future astronaut! 'Sincerely, tk" . Robert "Hoot" Gibson Commander, U.S. Navy Pilot, Shuttle Mission 41-B Commander, Shuttle Mission 61-C ,r 3 op 5 Challenger Center One Corporate Plaza 2325 Bay Area Blvd. Suite 640 Houston, Texas 77058 (713) 488.6481 V. June Scobee, PhD. James S. Rosebush Chairman of the Board President July 23, 1986 Mr. William R. Lee Houston Area Model Council , Inc. 3522 Tamarisk Lane Missouri City, Texas 77459 Dear Mr. Lee: I want to thank you for your kind invitation to the opening ceremonies for the Dick Scobee Memorial Flying Field on August 16. Regrettably, I will be out of the state that day, so will be unable to attend. We will remember, and we will keep alive the spirit and goals of our7sstar voyagers. Dick loved model airplanes, and the flying field is an appropriate remembrance that I appreciate very much. I believe that without risk, there is no exploration, no bold adventure, and no new knowledge. In the months ahead, you will be hearing about Challenger Center, established to ccmplete the goals and f objectives 51-1 mission. statement so that you can join us in this endeavor. Again, thank you for your kindness and support. Sincerely, . June Scobee Attachment 4 o 'J.Mnas; Cater For-Swan Sdeaces-Edncattin BCALEO COMPOSITES INC. Mr. Geoffrey Styles Directory of Public Relations Academy of Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston, VA 22090 Dear Mr. Styles: I began modeling when I was 6 years old and joined the AMA at the age of 12. I was active in modeling through college. My interest in building, designing and flying model airplanes has had a direct effect on my adult life. Scaled Composites, Inc. is a company which I founded. It is in the business of design- ing, building and flight testing proof-of-concept aircraft. Many of the engineers and technicians who work for Scaled Composites are AMA members. Our lunch time is often spent flying model airplanes at the Mojave City Park or on the flight line of the Mojave Airport. The AMA Sanctioned Modeling Clubs take a major role in developing aviation inter- ests in the youth of America. Safety is a high priority in all of the AMA programs. Thanks to AMA Modeling Clubs, many of our future engineers and technicians will know the joys of flying. Best regards, Burt Rutnn President/CEO ELR/kl S-orS Appendix V Geotex sample APPn4DIX V I tit ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS AMA5151 East Memorial Drive • Muncie, Indiana 47302 • (765)287-1256 FAX (765)289-4248 SINCE 1936 MODEL AIRCRAFT FLYING AND THE IMPACT ON THE ECOLOGY Model flying will not have a detrimental effect on the environment through continuous flying at a model site. Over 50 years of experience has shown that model aircraft have created no particular distraction for migrating birds or bird habitats in areas in which AMA clubs have model airplane flying sites. Instead, birds usually ignore model aircraft entirely -just as they ignore full size aircraft operating in and out of major airports. An interesting project was undertaken by Dan Gibson, the naturalist who is committed to wildlife preservation. The results of his experiment are documented in the film, "Wings in the Wilderness". Dan Gibson's project involved some Canada Geese which learned to fly alongside a radio control model airplane. This is an exciting event to see as the geese learned from infancy to take off, fly, and land with a model airplane. Some of the slow motion footage is just marvelous to view. The Academy has this on standard VHS video, and it is available on loan. The National Audubon Society's research department in Tavernier, Fl, issued an opinion letter in September 1986, by John C. Ogden, Director of Ornithological Research Unit regarding his experience with birds in California. He stated: "Along the California coasts, southward migration occurs primarily from mid March through early June. Of course, not all birds are migrating all the time during these periods - each species will have it's own schedule. I think that it is extremely unlikely that such a local event as model airplane flying would disturb any migrating bird. Most migrating birds fly at night, and those that fly during the day can easily adjust their routes while flying in order to avoid model airplanes or much larger obstacles." The US Department of Interior(Department of National Parks), permits RC flying at Brooklyn's Floyd Bennett Field and at Staten Island's Great Kill's Park in New York City. These flying sites are a part of the U.S. Gateway Park Program and were the first such facilities released by the federal government for model aviation use. This opened the opportunity for more federal Q:\WP_FILES\INSURE.WP\MISC\Ecology 2001.doc-0102 1 5/KH / OF4 . ... ........ .. flying sites throughout the country. The Floyd Bennett Field area forms the western shore of Jamaica Bay. Formerly a salt marsh, today's Floyd Bennett Field is the result of land filling to create New York City's first airport over 60 years ago. Now totaling 1,430 acres, it's the largest tract of upland habitat remaining on western Long Island. While the National Park Service manages Floyd Bennett Field as a multiple-use zone of Gateway National Recreation Area, most of the site provides habitat for birds. Hundreds of acres of native- dominated grasslands, shrub thickets, and pioneering forest have developed over the last half century. These plant communities, plus planted pine groves, lawns and the marshes and waters of Jamaica Bay all attract bird species. Special enhancement programs, such as the Return-A-Gift to Wildlife Pond and the Grassland Restoration and Management project help to further diversify the field's bird life. Of special significance are the open country birds. such as northern harriers, American kestrels, eastern meadowlark and grasshopper sparrows. To date, 181 bird species have been recorded there. Undoubtedly, increased numbers of bird observers will expand this list. In time, as forest development progresses, more woodland species will take advantage of Floyd Bennett Field's protected habitants. Flying sites near Calumet, Wisconsin; Kankakee, Illinois, and at the Harry S. Truman National Wildlife Refuge in Missouri, it has been found that model flying has no effect on bird migrations or bird habitats, nor on the wanderings or habitats of deer. Neither will modelers have a detrimental effect on existing flora or fauna within the area. Meantime, there are no Federal, State or local community lands that are classified as "wetlands" or "wildlife habitat" which have documented evidence to support any allegation that model aviation activity would have any negative effect. This alone is testimony to the compatibility of aeromodeling on public lands. In addition, biologists have frequently conducted research to determine if there is any effect by other types of exposures, and there is no report of model airplanes affecting flora. AMA works with the National Recreation and Parks Association. While many recreational groups often demand facilities of public land, modeler's ask for raw land which is usually unsuitable for other purposes, and they will, under agreement with the agency, make it an asset for community use. These model clubs frequently raise and invest thousands of dollars and personal hard labor to improve property for a worthwhile recreational hobby/sport activity of aeromodeling. 990706 SSD IM MISfEcology.doc FPpCE 2 of 4 y . ST4OF COLORAD( Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation Chatfield SRA 11500 N. Roxborough Park Road ; 1:r' Littleton, CO 80125 I �° ;( Phone (303) 791-7275 ta1a1111 February 1, 1989 Roy Romer Governor Ron G. Hol Director Mr. Geoff Styles Director of Public Relations Academy of Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston, Virginia 22090 Dear Mr. Styles: I thought it might be beneficial to you in your public relations work with other agencies and land owners, to hear first hand, from a resource manager's view, how model airplanes affect wildlife. I manage a large and heavily visited state recreation area near Denver, Colorado. The land acreage is over 5,000 acres with recreation facility development centered around an intensively used reservoir. Although the park has more than one million visitors annually, riparian and prairie grassland habitat contributes to an abundance of wildlife that can be viewed throughout the park. Our model airplane field is located within . mile of a protected Great Blue Heron rookery. The rookery is the largest rookery on public property in Colorado with over one hundred nests. The Herons go about their nest building and the rearing of their young without any visible impact close to a model airplane flying field that gets used almost daily year around. Hawks and other birds nest in trees along a canal just 300 yards fran the flying field. Whitetail deer and an occasional pronghorn antelope make their way through the fly over area browsing on assorted shrubs and grasses. We do have some restrictions that assure us that both other users, neighbors and the resource can coexist with the sport of radio controlled model airplaning. The flying of model planes have limited hours from 7 a.m. to sunset. Sound restrictions of a limited decibel reading are being studied to control noise. PKIGc 3c4 • Styles Letter February 1, 1989 Page 2 As you can see, park users, wildlife and other park resources can compatibly coexist in a park setting with n&idel airplaning with very little impact on each other. As a park manager, this accomplishes one of my goals of offering a large number of recreational activities to a multitude of users with negligible impact on the resource. T hone this testimony helps you in your efforts to promote the sport of model airplaning. Please feel free to use my name as a reference if someone has more specific questions I can help answer. Sincerely, `-1Pf Buffingt Park ager Chatfield S.R.A. (303) 791-7275 GB:cs PqG € 4of4 BUSINESS LEASE FROM James Boyd Lessor TO LONGMONT AIRCRAFT MODELERS ASSOCIATION (LAMA) Lessee Dated April 1, 2003 Expires March 31, 2013 Yearly Installment $5000.00 Day Due April 1, 2003 r. Page I of 4 THIS INDENTURE, Made this Is' day of April 2003, between James Boyd, the lessor, and Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association the lessee. WITNESSETH, That in consideration of the payment of the rent and the keeping and performance of the covenants and agreements by the said lessee hereinafter set forth, the said lessor hereby lease unto the said lessee the following described premises, situate Weld County, in the State of Colorado, to wit: 7 acres (800 feet running east/west x 381 feet running north/south in the south east corner of(legal description of the land at the north east corner of County Road 1 and County Road 36). The remainder of the property is available for access and flyover use, consistent with the terms of this (ease, on a noninterference basis. TO HAVE AND TO HOLD the same with all appurtenances unto the said lessee from twelve o'clock noon of the 1St day of April, 2003, until twelve o'clock noon of the 31S1 day of March, 2013, at and for a rental, for the full term aforesaid, of$ 5000.00 dollars/year, payable one year installments in advance, on or before twelve o'clock noon, on the I5`day of April, each year of the 10 year lease agreement. The first lease payment is due on 151 day of April 2003. Should the Lessor terminate the lease prematurely, any remaining rent the lessee has paid will be returned on a prorated basis. And the said lessee in consideration of the leasing of said premises as aforesaid, covenant and agree as follows, to wit: To pay the rent for said premises as herein above provided; to keep the improvements upon said premises in good repair at the expense of said lessee, and at the expiration of this lease to surrender and deliver up said premises in as good order and condition as when the same were entered upon, loss by fire, inevitable accident or ordinary wear excepted; to sublet no part of said premises, nor assign this lease or any interest herein, without the written consent of the lessor first being obtained; to use said premises for no purpose prohibited by the laws of the United States, or the State of Colorado, or the ordinances of Weld County, and for no improper or questionable purpose whatsoever; to keep said premises free from all litter, debris, and obstructions; to keep said premises clean, and in the sanitary condition required by the ordinances and the health and police regulations of Weld County, Colorado, to neither permit nor suffer any disorderly conduct, noise or nuisance whatever about said premises having a tendency to annoy or disturb any persons occupying adjacent premises; to neither hold nor attempt to hold the lessor liable for any injury or damage, either proximate or remote, occurring through or caused by any repairs, alterations, injury or accident to adjacent premises or other parts of the above premises not herein demised, or by reason of the negligence or default of the owners or occupants thereof or any other persons, nor liable for any injury or damage occasioned by defective electric wiring, or the breaking or stoppage of plumbing or sewerage upon said premises or upon adjacent premises, whether said breaking or stoppage results from freezing or otherwise; to neither permit nor suffer said premises to be endangered by overloading, nor said premises to be used for any purpose which would render the insurance thereon void or the insurance risk more hazardous, nor make any alterations or change in, upon, or about said premises without first obtaining written consent therefor; to allow said lessor at any reasonable hour of the day to enter Page 2 of 4 into or upon and go through and view said premises; to occupy the same as an Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) chartered organization in good standing; to conduct all activities, either as members individually of the AMA or as participants in Longmont Aircraft Modelers Association authorized or sponsored activities, in compliance with the Official AMA Safety Code and AMA event operation guidelines; to provide proof of AMA Site Owners Coverage for James Boyd; to maintain practices and procedures necessary for the preservation of good neighborhood relations, such practices as noise control, removing all pieces of a model which crashes in a neighbor's field, notifying the neighbor if all pieces of a model can not or have not been recovered, and refraining from flights over neighbor's homes, livestock, or other animals; to resolve all disputes and issues raised by adjoining landowners or Weld County, to the satisfaction of said complainant. Additional specific lease provisions related to flying operations: - LAMA must police itself and enforce the AMA Safety Code to ensure no undue risk of injury or property damage is created. - LAMA must guarantee through established and published rules, as well as through active monitoring, that no flying occurs over pilots or spectators. This provision must be understood, accepted and complied with by all pilots as a condition for continued use of the property. Willful, flagrant and repeated violation of this provision must constitute grounds for loss of individual flying privileges and if unresolved, can be grounds for termination of this lease and eviction of LAMA from the property. LAMA, its members and its guests will agree to neither hold nor attempt to hold the lessor liable for any injury or damage, either proximate or remote, occurring through or caused by the lessee's use of the property; nor liable for injury or damage on adjacent premises. It is agreed that all improvements to the rented property shall be exclusively owned by the LAMA. It is agreed that in case said premises shall become untenantable on account of damage by fire, flood or act of God, this lease may be thereupon terminated by the said lessee; It is agreed that should the property become no longer usable as a model flying site, then this lease may be terminated without additional cause or obligation; It is further agreed that no assent, expressed or implied, to any breach of any one or more of the covenants or agreements hereof shall be deemed or taken to be a waiver of any succeeding or other breach. It is mutually agreed that if within 30 days of the expiration of this lease by lapse of time the lessee, with the consent of the lessor, elects to remain in possession of said premises and continue to pay rent, then the lessee shall have the first right to renew a lease of said premises for an additional year, with the rental payable in advance, and subject to all the terms and provisions stated therein. Page 3 of 4 IT IS EXPRESSLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED, by and between the parties aforesaid, that if default shall be made in any of the covenants or agreements herein contained, to be kept by the said lessee, it shall and may be lawful for the said lessor to declare said term ended, and enter into the said premises, or any part thereof, either with or without process of law, to reenter, and the said lessee or any person or persons occupying the same, to expel, remove, and put out, using such force as may be necessary in so doing, without being liable to prosecution or in damages therefor, and the said premises again to repossess and enjoy, as in the first and former estate of the said lessor. And if at any time said term shall be ended as aforesaid or in any other way, the said lessee hereby covenant and agree to surrender and deliver up said premises peaceably to said lessor. Immediately upon the termination of said term, and if the lessee shall remain in possession of the same after the termination thereof, said lessee shall be deemed guilty of a forcible detainer of said premises under the statute, hereby waiving all notice, and shall be subject to eviction and removal forcibly or otherwise, with or without process of law as above stated. And it is further expressly understood and agreed that all the covenants and agreements in this lease contained shall extend to and be binding upon the heirs, executors, legal representatives and assigns of the respective parties hereto. This lease is made by and between the parties thereto with the express understanding and agreement that, in the event the lessee becomes insolvent, or is declared bankrupt, then in either event, the lessor may declare this lease ended, and all rights of lessee hereunder shall thereupon terminate and cease. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have hereunto set their hands and seals the day and year first above written. Date `V.V.' David N. Daggy, Sr. President- LAMA Date `( -/-63 Boyd Les r Attachments: Certification of AMA Site Owner's Liability Coverage The language of this lease was extracted from Form No. 966 "BUSINESS LEASE - Long Form." by Bradford Publishing. Page 4 of 4 Hello