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PLANNING DEPARTMENT
PO Box 609 101 Charlotte St
Johnstown CO 80534
Phone-970-587-4664 Fax-970-587-0141
January 7, 2004
Kim Ogle, Planner III
Weld County Department of Planning
1555 North 17th Avenue
Greeley, CO 80631
Re: Stillwater Acres PUD - Application Case number PZ-1032
Dear Kim:
I have reviewed the referral file for the property located in the NW IA of Section 20 and
the SW '/4 of Section 17, T5N, R67W. In 2002 the Town authorized the Little Thompson
District to serve the property. I find that the Town of Johnstown is not interested in
annexation of the property in the foreseeable future, and finds no conflicts with Town
interests.
Sincerely,
John Franklin, AICP
Town Planner
EXHIBIT
2004-1674
JAN. 16.2004 3:44PM KERR_MCGEE NO.376 P.2/2
Capri KERR-MCGEE ROCKY MOUNTAIN CORPORATION
1900 BROADWAY,s4RE 8600 . DENVER,COLORADO BaeDE
January 14,2004
PHONE; 0034/64600
Delivered via Facsimile FAx: 6B36Beaeo,
Mr. Kim Ogle
Weld County Planning Services
1555 N. 17th Avenue
Greeley, Colorado 80634
Re: Amen Farms PUD
Township 5 North, Range 67 West
Section 20:NW/4
Weld County Colorado
Dear Mr. Ogle:
This Letter is in response to a request from the surface owner to provide you with
an update as to the status of the negotiations regarding the surface and mineral estates.
Kerr-McGee Rocky Mountain Corporation ("KMO')owns the oil and gas leasehold
rights covering the captioned lands and currently operates one existing well and has
recently drilled a second well on the property. KMG has been in negotiations with the
Surface Owner with respect to a surface use agreement and is optimistic that an
agreement will be finalized in the near future.
If you have any questions,please contact me at 720-264-2627.
Very truly yours,
Kerr-McGee Rocky Mountain Corporation
Christopher J. Greneaux
Landman
cc: Chico Quintana for Nolan Ulmer-- via fax-970.356-6486
EXHIBIT
CO
OFFICE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ass ®a ° Planning Division
1100 10'Street, Suite 202, Greeley, Colorado 80631 • (970) 350-9780 • Fax(970)350-9800
s • www.greeleygov.com
February 20, 2004
Kim Ogle
Weld County Department of Planning
1555 North 17'"Avenue
Greeley, CO 80631
Subject: PZ-1032,UIV Land LLC, Change of Zone from A(Agricultural)to PUD(Planned Unit
Development)
Mr. Ogle,
Thank you for the opportunity to review this change of zone from A(Agricultural)to a PUD(Planned Unit
Development). The City of Greeley Planning Department reviewed the above-referenced case administratively and
found that the proposal does not comply with the City of Greeley 2020 Comprehensive Plan and recommends that the
request be denied for the following reasons:
1. The property is located inside the City of Greeley's Long Range Expected Growth Area(LREGA). The
LREGA includes those lands anticipated to accommodate the City of Greeley's urban development over the
next twenty years.
2. The property is located outside of the City of Greeley's Urban Growth Area, indicating that a full complement
of services is not available at this time. Several policies within the City of Greeley Comprehensive Plan state
that subdivisions should locate where urban-level services are available. Lots served by septic systems are a
clear indication that the subdivision lacks adequate public infrastructure and is not consistent with our
Comprehensive plan. The layout of the site as proposed would be difficult to incorporate into an urban
development in the future.
If the Weld County Planning Commission approves the proposal,the City of Greeley Planning Department
recommends that it should be on the condition that the streets include sidewalks and curbs to protect pedestrian
movements; that 30 feet of right-of-way be reserved from the centerline of Weld County Road 15 to facilitate the
development of future roadways; and that an internal stub street be platted to assure connectivity with future
subdivisions in the area and to minimize multiple access points on higher volume roads.
Sincerely,
Darrell Gesick �~
Planner I
SERVING OUR COMMUNITY • I T ' S A TRADITION
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W� ' TO: Kim Ogle,Planner DATE: 25-February-2004
�• FROM: Peter Schei, P.E.,Ci ineer, Public Works Department
COLORADO SUBJECT: PZ-1032 Sti' Ac es PUD (Zone Change).doc
Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this change of zone request. Comments made during this phase
of the subdivision process may not be all-inclusive, as other concerns or issues may arise during the remaining
application process.
Comments
External Roadways:
❑ Weld County Public Works Department in their memo dated, 27-March-2003, mistakenly identified CR 15 as a local
road requiring 60 feet of right-of-way. This information was erroneous.
❑ CR 15 is classified by the County as an arterial road and requires a 110-foot right-of-way. The applicant shall verify
55-feet of right-of-way and the documents creating the right-of-way shall be noted on the change of zone plat. A 30-
foot right-of-way exists on the applicant's side of the section line. An additional 25-foot right-of-way must be
reserved on the change of zone plat to complete the 55-foot right-of-way required for CR 15 on the applicant's side of
the section line. The ancillary right-of-way reservation does not appear to influence the development in a detrimental
manner.
❑ CR 56 right-of-way passes through this development along a section line, but the roadway does not exist. CR 56 is
classified by the County as a local road and requires a 60-foot right-of-way. The applicant has proposed to vacate
right-of-way within the development. Public Works is in agreement with this proposed vacation.
❑ CR 15 serving this development is a County maintained paved road. This development will introduce approximately
86 additional vehicle trips per day to the roadway system.
❑ A traffic study is not currently required, based on the proposal of limited development and anticipated low traffic
impact on surrounding roads.
Internal Roadways:
❑ The internal roadway exceeds the County's maximum block length of 1,500-feet permitted by County Code Sec. 24-
7-40-E. The applicant has addressed the excessive length of the internal roadway with two additional turn arounds and
an emergency access proposed along The Farmers Irrigation Ditch. Public Works finds no design geometry conflicts.
The applicant has provided written documentation, verifying that the roadway layout is acceptable to the fire
department of jurisdiction for this change of zone.
❑ The applicant has raised the development access to provide adequate sight distance to the north across the canal
bridge on the change of zone construction drawings.
❑ The cul-de-sac edge of pavement radius must be shown as 50-feet minimum on the change of zone plans. Stop signs
and street name signs will be required at all intersections.
❑ The applicant shall provide a pavement design prepared by a professional engineer along with the final plat submittal.
❑ Roadway and grading plans along with construction details will be required with the final plat submittal.
Easements shall be shown on the final plat in accordance with County standards and / or Utility Board
recommendations.
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❑ The applicant shall enter into Improvements Agreements According to Policy Regarding Collateral For
Improvements. These agreements shall be approved by the BOCC prior to recording the final plat.
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❑ The Stillwater Acres 9-Lot PUD—Change of Zone Drainage Report, dated October 2003,by Pickett Engineering, Inc.
is acceptable.
❑ The final drainage report should include a comparison of the existing and developed storm conditions in the write-up,
and thereby denying or confirming detention requirements. This may be covered best in a conclusions / results
paragraph and would be greatly appreciated.
❑ A final drainage report stamped, signed and dated by a professional engineer licensed in the State of Colorado shall be
submitted with the final plan application. The 5-year storm and 100-year storm drainage studies shall take into
consideration off-site flows both entering and leaving the development. Increased runoff due to development will
require detention of the 100-year storm developed condition while releasing the 5-year storm existing condition.
❑ The final drainage report shall include a flood hazard review documenting any FEMA defined floodways. The
engineer shall reference the specific map panel number, including date. The development site shall be located on the
copy of the FEMA map.
❑ Final drainage construction plans, conforming to the drainage report, shall be submitted with the final plat application.
❑ The developer shall obtain a written agreement from the ditch owner to cross the Farmers Irrigation Ditch with
Stillwater Acres Road to be submitted with the change of zone application materials.
Recommendation
❑ The Public Works Department recommends approval of this change of zone.
The applicant shall address the comments listed above at the specific step of the review process stated. The review
process will continue only when all appropriate elements have been submitted. Issues of concern must be resolved
with the Public Works Department prior to recording the change of zone and final plats.
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STATE OF COLORADO
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1313 Sherman Street, Room 818 GREFI FY 0 Fit 4 a r
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Phone(303)866-3581 MAR 1 2004
FAX(303)866-3589 Bill Owens
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L-:r, E:, ,. Greg E.Watcher
Mr. Kim Ogle txerurve Director
Weld County Planning Department Hal D_Simpson,PE.
1555 North 17th Avenue State Engineer
Greeley, Co 80631
Re: Stillwater Acres PUD
Case No. PZ-1032
SW1/4 of the SW1/4 of Sec.17 and NW1/4 of Sec. 20, T5N, R67W, 6th P.M.
Water Division 1, Water District 4
Dear Mr. Ogle:
As you may know, the State Engineer's Office through a Memorandum dated August 7,
1995 informed the counties that, effective August 31, 1995, this office will no longer respond to
land use actions that do not involve the subdivision of land as defined in Section 30-28-
101(10)(a) C.R.S. (see attached memorandum). These actions include, but are not limited to lot
line adjustments, zone change request, special use land and division by exemption. The
material submitted this time appears to be only for a change in zoning on the proposed
Stillwater Acres PUD.
However, since we have previously commented on the above-referenced proposal to
subdivide a 61-acre portion of the 147.74-acre parcel into 9 (PUD) single-family residential lots
of approximately 6.9 acres in size we will reiterate those comments. The Little Thompson Water
District (District) will provide water for the residential lots. The District has agreed to serve the
proposed site and a copy of an approved "Agreement for Water Main Extension" has been
provided in the referral material.
Since, no changes in the water supply for Stillwater Acres PUD were identified in this
submittal the comments from our letter dated February 19, 2003 still apply.
If you have any questions in this matter, please contact loana maniciu of this office.
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William H. Fron ak, P.E., J.D.
Chief of Water Supply
-^ cc: Jim Hall, Division Engineer
Water Supply Branch
Subdivision File
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STATE OF COLORADO
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August 7, 1995 Executive Director
Hal 0.Simpson
State Engineer
MEMORANDUM
TO: ALL COUNTY LAND USE PLANNING D O t
FROM: HAL D. SIMPSON, STATE ENGINEER . A
SUBJECT: STATE ENGINEER'S COMMENTS ON PROPOSED WAIFK SUPPTTFS
FOR LAND USE ACTIONS THAT DO NOT INVOLVE THE
SUBDIVISION OF LAND AS DEFINED IN SECTION 30-28-101(10)(a),
C.R.S.
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This memorandum is to inform you of procedural changes in providing "an opinion regarding
material injury likely to occur to decreed water rights by virtue of diversion of water
necessary or proposed to be-used to supply the proposed subdivision and the adequacy of the
proposed water supply to meet requirements of the proposed subdivision", as required under
section 30-28-136(h)(1), C.R.S. (1986 Repl, Vol.).
In June of 1992, HB92-1156, required that recommendations be made within 21 days after
the mailing by the county. No additional staff was allocated to implement this accelerated
review. I find that with the increased development activity in the state, my staff cannot
respond in a timely manner to all of the land use referrals we receive.
Therefore, in order to allow our timely comments on all SUBDIVISION OF LAND referrals
as mandated by section 30-28-136(h)(I) C.R.S., effective AUGUST 31, 1995, THIS
OFFICE WILL NO LONGER RESPOND TO LAND USE ACTIONS THAT DO NOT
INVOLVE THE SUBDIVISION OF LAND AS DEFINED IN SECTION 30-28-101-
(10)(a) C.R.S. (1986 REFL. VOL.). These actions include but are not limited to lot line
adjustments, zone change requests, special use of land, and division by exemption. After
August 31, 1995, we will not respond to or maintain records on any referral we receive that
does not address the subdivision of land as defined in section 30-28-101(10)(a) C.R.S.
Enclosed is a "Water Supply Information Summary" form which as of August 31, 1995 we
will require to be submitted along with each subdivision referral in order for us to be able to
{respond in a timely manner. I ask that you provide copies of this form to all future
!subdivision applicants along with your application package. The data required for this
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Memorandum
TO: Kim Ogle, W.C. Planning
DATE: March 5, 2004
k FROM: Pam Smith, W.C. Department of Public
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COLORADO Health and Environment
CASE NO.: PZ-1032 NAME: UIV Land LLC/Stillwater Acres
The Weld County Health Department has reviewed this proposal. The applicant proposes a 9 lot
PUD on 147.7 acres. The minimum lot size is 5.2 acres, and coupled with the overall density of one
septic system per 16.4 acres does meet current Department policy.
The application has satisfied Chapter 27 of the Weld County Code in regard to water and sewer
service. The application states the water will be supplied by Little Thompson Water District. A letter
of commitment from Little Thompson Water District was included in the sketch plan application
materials. Sewer will be provided by individual sewage disposal systems. The minimum proposed lot
size (5.2 acres) coupled with the overall density of one septic system per 16.4 acres does meet
current Department policy.
Preliminary information in the geotechnical reports conducted by Northern Colorado Geotech dated
September 13, 2002 and submitted with the sketch plan application indicates that most, if not all lots
will be suitable for conventional septic systems. Percolation rates were found to be in the fair range
and shallow groundwater was found in boring #2 at 6.8 feet. The property contains 2 larger ditches,
small runoff ditches and a marshy pond area in the open space. There should be no problem
locating septic systems on the lots that meet all setback requirements because of the size of each lot
and therefore the Department will not require primary and secondary envelopes to be located on each
lot.
The site is within the 1 mile buffer area for the 2004 West Nile Virus abatement area. Because of the
marshy pond area (per the drainage report the pond is described as permanent; a discharge pipe is
above the bottom of the pond) the Department recommends the development consider a mosquito
abatement plan should it become necessary in the future.
The initial impact plan submitted in the change of zone application materials appears to address the
environmental impacts of Section 27-6-40.
The Department recommends approval with the following conditions:
1. Water service shall be obtained from the Little Thompson Water District.
2. This subdivision is in rural Weld County and is not served by a municipal sanitary sewer
system. Sewage disposal shall be by septic systems designed in accordance with the
regulations of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment,Water Quality
Control Division and the Weld County Code in effect at the time of construction, repair,
replacement, or modification of the system.
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3. If required, the applicant shall obtain a storm water discharge permit from the Water
Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment.
Silt fences shall be maintained on the down gradient portion of the site during all parts of
the construction phase of the project.
4. During development of the site, all land disturbances shall be conducted so that nuisance
conditions are not created. If dust emissions create nuisance conditions, at the request of
the Weld County Health Department, a fugitive dust control plan must be submitted.
5. In accordance with the Regulations of the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission any
development that disturbs more than 5 acres of land must incorporate all available and
practical methods that are technologically feasible and economically reasonable in order to
minimize dust emissions.
6. If land development creates more than a 25-acre contiguous disturbance, or exceeds 6
months in duration, the responsible party shall prepare a fugitive dust control plan, submit
an air pollution emissions notice, and apply for a permit from the Colorado Department of
Public Health and Environment.
7. "Weld County's Right to Farm" as provided in Appendix 22-E of the Weld County Code
shall be placed on any recorded plat.
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DEPARTMENT OF BUILDING INSPECTION
Weld County Administrative Offices
1555 N. 17th Avenue, Greeley, CO
WEBSITE: www.co.weld.co.us
Phone (970) 353-6100, Ext. 3540
' Fax (970) 304-6498
C.
COLORADO
March 8, 2003
UIV Land,LLC/Stillwater acres PUD
Nine Lot PUD Sketch Plan
PK-1032
There are no current or historical building permits on record for this property.
1. A separate building permit shall be obtained prior to the construction of any building except
for buildings that meet the definition of an Ag Exempt building in Section 29-3-20 B 13 of the
Weld County Code. Structures such as bus stops and entrance gates, if provided, require
building permits.
2. A plan review is required for each building. Plans shall bear the wet stamp of a Colorado
registered architect or engineer. Two complete sets of plans are required when applying for
each permit.
3. Buildings shall conform to the requirements of the various codes adopted at the time of
permit application. Currently the following has been adopted by Weld County: 2003 International
Residential Code,2003 International Mechanical Code, 2003 International Plumbing Code, 2002
National Electrical Code and Chapter 29 of the Weld County Code.
4. Each building will require an engineered foundation based on a site-specific geotechnical
report or an open hole inspection performed by a Colorado registered engineer. Engineered
foundations shall be designed by a Colorado registered engineer.
5. Building height , setbacks and offset distance shall be determined by the Zoning Ordinance.
Separation of buildings of mixed occupancy classifications shall be in accordance with Sec.
R309.2 of the International Residential Code.
6. Building height shall be measured in accordance with the 2003 International Residential Code
for the purpose of determining the maximum building size and height for various uses and types
of construction and to determine compliance with the Bulk Requirements from Chapter 27 of the
Weld County Code. Building height shall be measured in accordance with Chapter 23 of the
Weld County Code in order to determine compliance with offset and setback requirements.
When measuring buildings to determine offset and setback requirements, buildings am
measured to the farthest projection from the building. Property lines shall be clearly identified
4. EXHIBIT
Service,Teamwork,Integrity,Quality
And all property pins shall be staked poor to the first site inspection. Approved building and
foundation plans shall be on the site and available to inspectors for each inspection.
Sincerely,
Frank Piacentino
Plans Examiner
Service,Teamwork,Integrity,Quality
Weld County Planning Department
STATE OF COLORADO GREELEY OFFICE ovp�
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Bill Owens, Governor MAR 1 9 2004 c `�`c
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES 3� ' �q
DIVISION OF WILDLIFE RECEIVED °*oFvt`N
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Russell George, Director For Wildlife-
6060 Broadway For People
Denver, Colorado 80216
Telephone: (303) 297-1192
Kim Ogle
Weld County Planning Department
1555 N. 17th Ave.
Greeley, CO 80631
RE: Case Number PZ-1032
Dear Kim,
I received and reviewed the proposal for the Stillwater PUD. During the review Chad Morgan, the local
District Wildlife Manager, made a site visit to the parcel. In this letter you will find the Division of
Wildlife's comments concerning the proposal.
It is the Division of Wildlife's recommendations that:
(1) Any fences erected follow the guidelines stated below.
(2) Any groundbreaking construction take place between August 15 and April 1 to
alleviate any negative impacts on ground nesting birds.
(3)New homeowners are made aware that hunting takes place in the area.
(4) The subdivision create leash covenants.
(5) The new homeowners are made aware that there are potentials for
encountering pest and nuisance animals.
(6) Surveys be done for any Threatened and/or Endangered species.
(7) Care be taken to not introduce or spread any noxious weeds into the area and
that a management plan be developed for the ongoing control of weeds.
The site is located to the east of Weld County Road 15 and '/2 mile north of Weld County Road 54. The
area and surrounding areas are primarily used for agricultural purposes. The fields are primarily alfalfa
hay and corn. There are two cattle operations in the near vicinity. During the site visit, numerous geese
were seen in the fields in and surrounding the site. A Coopers Hawk was also seen hunting the fields.
The Big Thompson River is approximately one mile away and therefore it is not uncommon to see Mule
and White-tailed Deer, Coyotes, Foxes, and other raptors in the area.
We are concerned for the safety of the deer in the area if fences are erected, as some types of fencing can
be dangerous and even fatal to deer. Therefore, we recommend that if any fencing is to be used within
or around development sites, either during or after the project, it should be the type that would allow the
free passage of wildlife. Fencing plans should avoid the use of woven wire type fences that will tra. or
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES, Greg E.Watcher, Executive Director EXHIBIT
WILDLIFE COMMISSION, Rick Enstrom, Chair• Philip James, Vice-Chair•Olive Valdez, Secretary 4.
Members, Bernard Black•Tom Burke•Jeffrey Crawford•Brad Phelps• Robert Shoemaker• Ken Torr
Ex-Officio Members, Greg E.Welcher and Don Ament
prevent movement of wildlife. The Division of Wildlife prefers the use of three or four strand fencing
with a bottom strand height of 17 inches and a maximum top strand height of 42 inches, along with
installation of double stays between posts.
The short grass with the bare ground makes for desirable nesting habitat for many of the ground-nesting
birds. Human activities around these nests can have negative impacts on them. It is recommended that
any construction that takes place on the site occurs before April 1 and after August 15 to minimize any
impacts that human activity may have on these nests.
As this area develops, it is important to maintain the legacy of traditional agricultural land uses. Hunting
is one such activity that provides recreation and income to landowners and businesses in this area. Deer,
pheasants, geese, ducks, and turkey are a few of the wildlife species that are hunted in this area. In fact
surveys indicate that Weld and Larimer Counties are among the most important in Colorado in the
popularity of small game and waterfowl hunting activities. Hunting is not only a recreational activity
and economic asset, but also an important management tool used by the Colorado Division of Wildlife
to manage wildlife populations. Hunting is used as the primary tool to balance wildlife populations with
available habitat. With increasing rural development it is advisable that new residents be informed of
traditional land uses that may impact them.
The residential development should include covenants that prevent domestic dogs and cats miming at
large. Domestic dogs and cats roaming the open space on this development and adjacent property would
have a definite adverse impact on wildlife in the area. CDOW feels strongly that this wildlife corridor
encompassing the area should be protected from domestic pets of local residents inclined to walk dogs in
this natural area. This is particularly important from March through July during which both migrant and
resident birds will be nesting and raising young.
One of the reasons that people move to areas such as this is to be able to observe wildlife close to home.
Most wildlife try to avoid human interaction, but some will come too close for some and can cause
problems for homeowners. It is recommended that the developer make future homeowners aware of
nuisance animals that are found in rural areas. Coyotes, raccoons, skunks, and foxes can all potentially
cause problems to landowners. Raccoons and skunks often get into trash and domestic animal feed,
even when stored in enclosed areas. Coyotes, foxes, and skunks will eat chickens and other domestic
birds as well as their eggs. Also, homeowners should be made aware of the potential problems that
coyotes and skunks can cause with domestic dogs and cats. The new homeowners should also be made
aware that it is their responsibility to prevent and handle any problems that may arise. The Division of
Wildlife has brochures available to the homeowners that talk about living with wildlife and will also be
happy to give suggestions on how to prevent any potential problems.
Preble's meadow jumping mouse (Zapus husonius preblei) and the Ute Ladies' -tresses orchid
(Spiranthes deluvialis), both federally listed as threatened, are found in riparian habitats, including those
tributary of the South Platte River. Preble's mice typically inhabit areas characterized by well-developed
plains riparian vegetation with relatively undisturbed grassland and a water source in close proximity.
Consequently, both have the potential to occur at the proposed project site. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service has established standard survey protocols for determining presence or absence of these species.
Evaluations should be performed at and adjacent to the project site to ascertain the potential occurrence
of these species. If suitable habitat is present, surveys conducted according to the protocols should be
undertaken. Coordination for Preble's should be through Pete Plage and for the orchid through Jan
McKee, both in the Lakewood office (303-275-2370). The Colorado butterfly plant is also found in
moist floodplain environments along the Front Range and so could occur in the project vicinity.
Although no protocols have been established for this species, surveys to ensure it will not be adversely
impacted should be undertaken. Questions should be directed to Ms. McKee.
With new construction taking place and machinery being transported from one site to another, it is
important to help prevent the spread of noxious weeds. Care should be taken to avoid spreading and
introducing noxious weeds. Equipment should be cleaned periodically to remove weed seeds even if no
weeds are recognized. The area should be promptly revegetated using native species to prevent erosion
and invasions by weeds. It is also recommended that a weed management plan be developed to prevent
the spread of weeds in the future.
On behalf of the Division of Wildlife I would like to thank you for the opportunity to review and
comment on this proposal. I would be happy to answer any questions the applicant or you have. Please
feel free to call Chad Morgan at 970-356-6528.
Sincerely, 1
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Scot Hoover
Regional Manager, CDOW
Cc: Dave Clarkson, Area Wildlife Manager CDOW
Chad Morgan, District Wildlife Manager CDOW
Mike Sherman, Habitat Biologist CDOW
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