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Home My WebLink About20000044.tiff eNereit)794 /4 ,2%() , . 17-Z-N.„ c:64447:44o 44_,.12, A* *\ ill , ° 0�?Weld County Referral Weld Countanninpt y ppI I ( ® ' i' L i' g June 15, 9 '��,., 99 COILi�, RADO TOWN ,. ,.,,�LotvLN JULSul -z • RECEIVED The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Loveland Ready Mix Case Number USR-1237 • Please Reply By Juiy 6, 1999 Planner Ben Patton • 1 Project Use by Special Review for a Gravel Mining Operation and a Concrete Batch Plant. Legal Part of the NE4 of Section 3, T4N, R67W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location West of and adjacent to State Highway 257; approximately '/ mile north of State Highway 60. Parcel Number 1059 03 000026/27 , . ,�r� P The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with/the request. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) ( August 3, 1999 We have reviewed the request and find that it does oes not no comp/—�Comprehensive Pla ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts r interests. XSee attached letter. Comments: Signature �C Date '`'V��\ Agency _ \��—Tc�SV�t�� \ `Weld County Planning Dept. 41555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley,CO.80631\4(970)353-6100 ext.3540 ❖(970)304-6498 fax T �< p 2000-0044 i 51 , linen Town -_....-_.,543 • 4331.._,_._._.._5.......2 8 Fax w Hall, 1101 broad St., Drawer 290 • Milliken, CO 80543 • (970) 587-4331 • (970) 587 267 July 22, 1999 COUnt7 Planning Dept. Mr. Ben Patton Weld County Planner JUL 27 1999 Greeley, CO RECEIVED Dear Mr. Patton: This letter is attached to the denial submitted for your review of the Loveland Ready Mix submission to Weld County for a Use by Special Review, case number USR-1237. The Town of Milliken Board of Trustees are submitting this denial based upon the following facts: 1. That this particular submission does not meet the current comprehensive plan of the Town of Milliken as presented. The Plan calls for open space along the river corridor. If the applicant submits to the Town of Milliken for annexation, the Town will require the inclusion of open space along this corridor. 2. The parcel of land at issue is immediately adjacent to the existing town boundaries on the east and north boundary. 3. This parcel of property is identified as being within the urban growth area of the Town of Milliken. 4. The Town of Milliken has discussed with the owners of the parcel, the annexation of this parcel to the Town of Milliken. Attached you will find a draft of the issues discussed with the owners. At this point in time,the owners and the Town are drafting an annexation agreement. The owners are preparing an application for annexation to the Town of Milliken. With the above mentioned issues, the Town of Milliken requests the denial by Weld County of the USR application by Loveland Ready Mix. Respectfully, • J.R. Schnelzer Town Administrator f ' Loveland Ready Mix Annexation Proposal The following issues were discussed with the owners of the Loveland Ready Mix, and were tentatively agreed upon. From the following bulletized information it is hooped that an annexation agreement can be developed.: 1. The operation of the batch plant will be governed by the Federal, State and county regulations, as the Town currently does not have any standards. 2. A river corridor trail will be donated to the town at the appropriate time, ie: when the mining operation is completed in the area adjacent to the proposed trail. 3. The batch plant will be sited on approximately 7 acres of land at the western end of the property. 4. The cell sizes at any given time will not exceed 16.8 acres. 5. The owners will donated free and clear a park adjacent to state highway 257 in the amount of 5.6 acres, at the time of annexation. The owners will also contribute $20,000 towards the development of the park, and will also rough grade the park.. If a legal access is not perishable for the parcel donated, the owners will work with the town to obtain such access. 6. The Town's 16 inch water line is permitted on and through the parcel. 7. The owners shall purchase a water tap and raw water sufficient to meet the demands of the operation, prior to the issuance of any building permits. 8. The owners will purchase a sewer tap and place it in reserve until such time as a sewer line is within 400 feet of the property. This shall be done prior to issuance of any building permit. The operation shall be allowed to utilize a vault system until sewer is available, at the town's engineer review and approval. 9. A yearly dust control plan shall be submitted to the state and also submitted to the town. 10. The towns potable water shall be used for office operation only and not for batch plant operations, ground water shall be used for this. 11. The owners will provide augmentation water as need to replenish ant ground water loss in neighboring wells and ground water uses. 12. The owners will work with CDOT in regards to access to Highway 257. A small scale traffic study shall be completed in regard to acceleration of trucks in a northerly direction. 13. The Town shall review and accept the Counties mining permit as its own. 14. The owners shall obtain all necessary building permits from the Town. 15.Rather than a royalty or surcharge process,the owners agree to paying a yearly permit fee to the town, yet to be determined. 16. That the sound produced form the plant shall not exceed 75 decibels. 17. That the Town shall develop a separate zoning district I-5 which would be use by right zone. 18. That County Road 48 1/2 shall be paved from the westerly boundary to state highway 257, to the Town of Milliken roadway standards. 19. That the color of any towers and building shall be painted a color acceptable to the Town. 20. That the Owners immediately notify the County of their interest to withdraw their special use permit. 21.Hours of operation shall be from 6:00 am until their other proposal. 22. The owners agree to annex to the Town. 23. A landscaping plan shall be submitted and will be acceptable to the Town of Milliken. n 24. All dust facilities shall have sprayers and a water truck. rTh '�� Y "44 YF L A 7 � '"'"' sd "`� , } ,fell\ Y\ \�0 91 35 d •tr 3 • _ , 6,v...53.1 r-owo �. i ;� Ba�xdw�Ys N., ,:.` 'VIM 4. `�"tVig i l ti ``n A ° _ O esii, ... get eit d * M yYS t I �Ma r 1 yr . o- Say' '-',1,,, , �1 ' a�q SC I I P oda� O `p a < t �dYC�I O�� r� OI _ 4� v �4p Qo E.,‘;51-- v f A y 9' .^& ,re °y.,k,� 1, fir .;t.,„"' r \ y, COLD. N`M' 60 ashon <z A TION , 1 r ; " tJrr` ot do IIk 1 I e I w /—„„ 4n ,v_ ##I. _ _ •I 11,E _� � W 1 O . Taa9 a a` /' +A'JA , 'y� i i P SEE St �o ,e" , ZONINi ti ( OTC �, y ye f . n, nYf R 9 ` Weld County Planning Dept MEMORANDUM . TO: Ben Patton DATE: June 22, 1999 JUN 24 1999 Weld County Planningiviip RsG C E I V F D CFROM: Sheble McConnellogue,Environmental Health Sery COLORADO•RE: Case Number: USR-1237 NAME: Loveland Ready Mix Environmental Health Services has reviewed this proposal for a Gravel Mining Operation and Concrete Batch Plant. The following conditions are recommended to be part of any approval: 1) A NPDES Permit shall be obtained from the Water Quality Control Division of the Colorado Department of Health for any proposed discharge into State Waterways. 2) An Air Pollution Emission Notice(A.P.E.N.)and Emissions Permit application must be submitted to the Air Pollution Control Division of the Colorado Department of Public Health& Environment. 3) No permanent disposal of wastes shall be permitted at this site. 4) Waste materials shall be handled,stored,and disposed in a manner that controls fugitive dust,blowing debris, and other potential nuisance conditions. 5) All liquid and solid wastes shall be stored and removed for final disposal in a manner that protects against surface and groundwater contamination. 6) Adequate toilet facilities shall be provided for the employees and customers. Port-a-lets shall be provided at the processing plant. Portable toilets may be utilized on sites which are temporary locations of the working face for up to six months at each location. 7) The maximum permissible noise level shall not exceed the industrial limit of 80 db(A)as measured according to 25-12-102,Colorado Revised Statutes. 8) A dust abatement plan shall be submitted to the W.C. Health Department for approval prior to operation. The facility shall have sufficient equipment available to implement the dust control as required by the W. C. Health Department. 9) The applicant shall remove,handle,and stockpile overburden,soil,sand and gravel from the facility area in a manner that will prevent nuisance conditions. 10) The installation of any septic system within the 100-year flood plain shall comply with the Weld County I.S.D.S.flood plain policy(attached). In accordance with the Colorado I.S.D.S. Regulations, no septic systems shall be installed within the floodway. EXHIBIT (1 /c;) • Loveland Ready Mix Page 2 11) Individual sewage disposal systems are required for the proposed control dispatch office and shop which shall be installed according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations. The septic systems shall be designed to accommodate the proposed hydraulic load for the employees. The septic systems are required to be designed by a Colorado Registered Professional Engineer according to the Weld County Individual Sewage Disposal Regulations. 12) The facility shall utilize the Little Thompson Water Supply. Drinking water shall also be supplied by delivered,bottled water. v713) In accordance with the Above Ground Storage Tank Regulations (7 CCR 1101-14), a spillage retention berm shall be constructed around the around all fuel tanks. Alternative protective measures may be allowed provided they comply with the Above Ground Storage Tank Regulations. 14) All fuel tanks, septic tanks,temporary buildings or any other hazardous items that may wash away U during flooding,shall be securely anchored and adequately flood proofed to avoid creation of a health hazard. 15) Fugitive dust shall be controlled on the site. 16) According to the applicant,all fly ash and cement shall be contained inside a proposed silo. ` 17) The facility shall comply with the Rules&Regulations of the Division of Minerals&Geology. 18) A permit from the Army Corp of Engineers shall be obtained for the second half of the operation which requires a low water crossing over the Big Thompson River. sm alz Weld County Planning Dept. JUN 24 1999 RECEIVED MEMORANDUM TO: Ben Patton, Planner DATE: July 15, 1998 IFROM: Donald Carroll, Engineering Administrator '' °c, SUBJECT: USR-1237; Loveland Ready Mix • COLORADO The Weld County Public Works Department has reviewed this proposal. This project falls primarily under the purview of the Use for Special Review for a Gravel Mining Operation and a Batch Plant Standard. Our comments and requirements are as follows: COMMENTS: WCR 48.5: WCR 48.5 is identified on the Weld County Transportation Plan Map as a local gravel road with a right- of-way width of 60 feet and is maintained by Weld County. REQUIREMENTS: 1. Upgrading and Paving: The applicant shall enter into a Road Maintenance and Improvements Agreement with Weld County Public Works to upgrade and pave WCR 48.5 for approximately 2,000 feet west of State Highway 257 through the west entrance . This shall reflect 24 feet of asphalt with six-foot gravel shoulders. Depth of asphalt and base or full depth asphalt will be determined through soil investigation. 2. Storm Water Drainage: The applicant shall supply a storm water drainage report. The design shall retain the storm water runoff from a fully developed site from a 100-year storm. The drainage facility shall be designed to release and retain water at a quantity and rate not to exceed the quantity and rate of a 10-year storm falling on an undeveloped site. 3. Improvements: Please contact the Colorado Department of Transportation to verify any improvements, additional setbacks, or right-of-way from Highway 257 to the facility. cc: USR-1237 plan4 Weld County Planning Dept:. JUL 19 1999 RECEIVED Phi matagasiii n n p t Planning Dept.,..ii I t eld County (4-- JUN 28 1999 i_... _. Weld County Referral 6E 4 �Q JFlme\5, 1999 Mil DS cmo I ADO \ C0Q.T. :;;' . JUN M =`, co RECD I \'s,.. „l'� \ C.D.0.T. „ The Weld County Department of Planning-Servs as received the-following item for review: / Applicant Loveland Ready Mix Case Number •USR=1237;%" Please Reply By July 6, 1999 Planner Ben Patton Project Use by Special Review for a Gravel Mining Operation and a Concrete Batch Plant. Legal Part of the NE4 of Section 3, T4N, R67W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location West of and adjacent to State Highway 257; approximately '/ mile north of State Highway 60. Parcel Number 1059 03 000026/27 • The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 3, 1999 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. o See attached letter. Comments: r o-c oat aced .s 75 LOS cv../iltevl . (raffi'c. \frluvne.-, Az t connection n( \C -- 4€''a axid 6E( c9S?-- need to b2 adcdrtssed . if total ±roRic Volume inerencses by rr)on2_ �"h'a,v-\ aCf'Io J a-r, 2ccess r rn p€ i 4- tJ It be r�ea t -1 r e ) . Signature n�' '-tnd.c.f-Jia -(d,t -__- Date lP/a-3/9q Agency l J l DC— :•Weld County Planning Dept. +1555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley,CO.80631 +(970)353-6100 ext.3540 C.(970)304-6498 fax (------,===- -1 • • Weld County Planning Deeld County Referral ro JUN 30 1999 June 15, 1999 .0010- Amo RECEIVED The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Loveland Ready Mix Case Number USR-1237 Please Reply By July 6, 1999 Planner Ben Patton Project Use by Special Review fora Gravel Mining Operation and a Concrete'Batch Plant. Legal Part of the NE4 of Section 3, T4N, R67W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location West of and adjacent to State Highway 257; approximately '% mile north of State Highway 60. Parcel Number 1059 03 000026/27 The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 3, 1999 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. rSee 1sS,'.Co ujo Comments: (lotion-/ drat ad.—1A1444-7A: Lt o a.0 oA hr o a..et .16-7 Witt PeAdeetit CA t.altrnk Signature c 3..L_I Date (o I2$/�� Agency (a-S,C-40 f +Weld County Planning Dept. +1555 N. 17th Ave.Greeley,CO.80631 +(970)353-6100 ext.3540 +(970)304-6498 fax . I - - l I JUL-14 99 15:39 FROM:CDOW 303-498-9742 TO:97,plia4 6498 PRGE:03 friNi STATE OF COLORADO REFER TO: ^ Bi6 Owens Governor r 'h DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES GplABgpo DIVISION OF WILDLIFE eJJf; Nrr AN rQtML OrrOwnjv EMPLOYF„R - John Mumma, Murtu Director . FORT COLLINS AREA OFFICE OF 6060 Broadway 317 West Prospect Denver,Colorado 80216 Fort Collins,Colorado 80526 For Wildlife- Telephone(303)297-1192 Telephone(970)472.4435 For People FAX(303)2944)874 FAX(970)472-4429 July 14, 1999 Weld County Planning Dept. 1555 N. 17th Ave. Greeley, CO 80631 Re: Gravel Mining Operation by Loveland Ready Mix Concrete, Inc., Miliken Site To Whom It May Concern: The following constitute the comments of the Colorado Division of Wildlife. Mike Sherman(Field Habitat Biologist) and Courtney Crawford(District Wildlife Manager) have reviewed this Reclamation Permit Application Consideration and made a field visit to the proposed mine site on July 13, 1999. We believe that the proposed mining project has significant potential to negatively impact wildlife or wildlife habitat. Additionally, we observed two wetland areas(standing water and associated aquatic vegetation) at the site and recommend atw,,n Td idel'nea wn e p ace tti a Sjj,yi ' ttplu it a wed for if needed prior to the commence nt of any mining ga activities. The first wetland approximately ately 50' x 100' and located in the northwestern portion of Cell'2,north of the barbed wire fence that runs east/west. The second wetland area is approximately 300'+x 75' and located along the northeastern length of Cell 5, along the northern edge of the old railroad bed. We observed two juvenile Woodhouse's Toads (Bufo woodhousii) approximately 50 feet north of the above-mentioned first wetland area. Note that the mining site is within the designated Overall Range of the Northern Leopard Frog(Rana pipiens)and White Pelican(Pelecanus erythrorhynchos), both species are listed as State Special Concern(not a statutory category). Potential exists for the presence of both Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse (Zapus husonius preblei) and Ute Ladies' Tresses(Spiranthes deluvialis), both listed as Federally Threatened. We recommend surveys take place for both species prior to the commencement of all mining operations. Throughout the southern half of the site and especially along both sides of the river we observed areas containing numerous well-established/older cottonwood trees and associated downfall. Although the Pre-Mining And Mining Plan and Reclamation Plan maps show these areas as being excluded from mining and resulting lakes, we highly recommend that most of these trees and the downfall be allowed to remain standing and intact on the site after the proposed project's completion. These trees provide valuable wildlife habitat on the site including perches for molting raptors and cover for deer, rabbits, fox, coyote, skunks, raccoon, and reptiles. Although there is no evidence of raptors nesting directly on the proposed mining site(no nests currently observed), numerous raptor species may DEPARTMENT OF NATl1ItAl..RESOURCES,Greg Welcher,Executive Director WILDLIFE COMMISSION,Chuck Lewis,Chairman•Mark Lel/alley,Vice Chairman• Bernard Black r Secret Members:Marianna Raaopoulos,Rick Enstrom.Arnold Salazar,Phil Jamen,Robert Shoemaker 1 -� r JUL-14"99 15:39 FR0M:CD0W 303-498-9742 TO:97gay304 6498 PRGE:04 potentially nest in the cottonwood trees found on the property. Note that the mining site is within a designated Winter Range of Bald Eagle(hlaliaeetus leucocephalus), listed as Federally Threatened. We observed an active black-tailed prairie dog(Cynomys ludoviciunus) town in the center o f Cell 3. We recommend that the prairie dogs be either moved alive to another location or humanely killed before any earth-moving occurs. Since western burrowing owls(Athene cunicularia)use prairie dog towns and live in prairie dog holes, the following should be observed: - If construction is to occur between March 1 and October 31, the area should be checked for the presence of burrowing owls prior to any earth-moving taking place. The owls are susceptible to being buried and killed in their holes by construction activity. They are protected by law and, killing one is illegal. - If construction is done between November 1 and February 28, it is very unlikely that owls would be present since they migrate out of the state during the winter. We are seriously concerned about disturbance to native fish species(e.g. Iowa darter,common shiner, brassy minnow), by the two proposed methods to transport material mined on the north side of the Big Thompson river to the processing plant. Both methods include a low water crossing by trucks on the river and the applicant has implied that such truck crossings would regularly take place from July through April. This will inevitably lead to increased sedimentation in the river and thus disturbance to native fish species,particularly in late fall/early winter during the fish spawning season. We recommend an alternative method to transport material over/under the active railroad grade and then by truck along Hwy. 257 to the processing plant. e We could did not find in the application any specific setback distance between the Big Thompson River and those proposed mining cells adjacent to the river. We recommend such a`buffer zone' be explicitly stated 3e 1N3 'jFeet to earth�srd6 h»tnthe center oki e ty re )w"hick includes all riparian areas and existing cottonwoods. We also recommend that any other species of woody vegetation(trees& shrubs) that are lost as a result of this project be replaced by native plantings on at(di etifortojnfi;basiks4 We recommend that the final lakes be constructed such as to maximize shoreline by using an Ir<rte tdar" shape which includes jetty-type structures protruding into the pond where possible as well as one or more islands. In addition to a grading of 3!h: v on the pond walls, we suggest also constructing shallbjwgrilasea (Sh4tvii p ti540hy)1('vi which will encourage growth of aquatic vegetation and also invertebrate prey for waterfowl. Consider adding underwater topography/structure (e.g. dead logs/trees, cement rip-rap)to the ponds which will encourage growth of aquatic vegetation and increase the presence of invertebrates. ii -4 a a� v a s 'lint ' [II rWe wilsh to rtoteNtnatAherie is'an acutelpresence ognoxious`Tweegshctrt0bis sitewe5pe of C,., is nstie As always, it is suggested that care be taken during mining to avoid excess erosion, siltation, or disturbance of more land than necessary to accomplish the project. The Division of Wildlife appreciates this opportunity to comment on this mining project. If you have any questions, please contact me at (970)472-4435. Thank you. DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES.Greg Waleher,Executive Director WILDLIFE COMMISSION,Chuck Lewis,Chairman•Mark L.cValley,Vice Chairman•Bernard Black.Secretary Members:Marianna RaRopwlns,Rick Enstrom,Arnold Salazar.Phil James,Robert Shoemaker JUL-14"99 15:40 FROM:CD0W n 303-498-9742 T0:97M04 6498 PAGE:05 nSincerely, ICri�i ��e ✓,i s Moser NE Regional'Manager by Mike Sherman, Field Habitat Biologist Cc: Rick Moss, NE Senior Habitat Biologist, DOW Dave Clarkson, Area Wildlife Manager, DOW Courtney Crawford,District Wildlife Manager,DOW Carl Mount, Division of Minerals and Geology I r DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES,Greg Welcher,Executive Director WILDLIFE COMMISSION,Chuck Lewis,Chairman•Mark W./alley,Vice Chairman• Bernard Black.Sea-entry Members:Marianna Raftopoulos,Rick Enarom,Arnold Salazar.Phil Jemas,Robert Shoemaker • • County Weld County Referral Planning De June 15, 1999 • 0 JUN 3 0 1999 co)LCB!k] o RECEIVED The Weld County Department of Planning Services has received the following item for review: Applicant Loveland Ready Mix Case Number USR-1237 Please Reply By July 6, 1999 Planner Ben Patton Project Use by Special Review for a Gravel Mining Operation and a Concrete Batch Plant. ('', Legal Part of the NE4 of Section 3, T4N, R67W of the 6th P.M., Weld County, Colorado. Location West of and adjacent to State Highway 257; approximately '/: mile north of State Highway 60. Parcel Number 1059 03 000026/27 fi r The application is submitted to you for review and recommendation. Any comments or recommendation you consider relevant to this request would be appreciated. Please reply by the above listed date so that we may give full consideration to your recommendation. Any response not received before or on this date may be deemed to be a positive response to the Department of Planning Services. If you have any further questions regarding the application, please call the Planner associated with the request. Weld County Planning Commission Hearing (if applicable) August 3, 1999 ❑ We have reviewed the request and find that it does/does not comply with our Comprehensive Plan ❑ We have reviewed the request and find no conflicts with our interests. ❑ See attached letter. Comments: • //%c 7-/-:(-2,;i( Cg. i�7r G/�G � r.I -�/o ega-AS1 met. "<eX."c:7r�� Signature � V� /��Jv Date — _9-y Agency vvvV f /eTh +.•Weld County Planning Dept. +1555 N. 17th Ave.Greeley,CO.80631 ❖(970)353-6100 ext.3540 +(970)304-6498 fax 1 rs railS ANT 1F. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY tom t� CORPS OF ENGINEERS, OMAHA DISTRICT Weld County Planning Dept. 4Q'�/ 2 TRI-LAKES PROJECT OFFICE,9307 STATE HWY 121 W /+ LITTLETON, COLORADO 80128.6901 JUN 24 1999 REPLY TO June 22, 1999 ATTENTION OF. RECEIVED Mr. Ben Patton Weld County Planning Department 1555 North 17th Avenue Greeley, Colorado 80631 RE: Loveland Ready Mix - Use by Special Review for a Gravel Mining Operation and a Concrete Batch Plant Case Number USR-1237 Corps File No. 199980390 Dear Mr. Patton: Reference is made to the above-mentioned project located in the Northeast '/4 of Section 3, Township 4 North, Range 67 West, Weld County, Colorado. Our office is aware of activities at this site. Mr. Fancher of Loveland Ready Mix has been informed via a June 7, 1999 letter from Mr. Timothy Carey of this office to Mr. Carl Mount Division /-y of Minerals and Geology for the need of a Department of the Army permit at this project site and is f acting accordingly. If there are any questions concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Terry McKee at 303-979- 4120 and reference Corps File No. 199980390. Sincerely, Ti othy . Carey Operate. s Mana: jb r • n• STATE fF COLORADO DIVISION OF MINERALS AND GEOLOGY C.•^I,:nn":'" )t `.dr U:Jl R,,uurcec II Rnrn:I$ Dv er,Cc:oradr D I v , $ 1 0 7none.Q;3.856.356' • ht I N E R. EAc ;II:3 s;__ernn &— GEOLO tiICLAM•t MiNING•$A DATE: July 22, 1999 [.II Doves Governor TO: Gregg Squire Greg wa4Nn e Executive Deena FROM: Allen Sorenson i ( 1 t,Cha,I 8.L°ns D.v,won Director RE: Stability of off-site Structures, Loveland Ready Mix, Milliken Site, File No. M-99-065 • I have reviewed the mining setbacks proposed for the Milliken Site. The applicant is committing to the following setbacks: From the railroad tracks: 125' From houses: 75' From permanent gas well facilities: 75' From the County Road and State Highway RO.W. lines: 40' In general, these proposed setbacks are acceptable and will be protective of the listed structures. The following issues remain to be addressed. 1. The applicant should commit to clearly marking the road R.O.W. lines in the field to facilitate maintenance of the required 40' setback. 2. A 16r/' telephone easement is shown on the pit side of the R.O.W. lines on the Exhibit C map. If there are any structures within this easement; they must be evaluated and a setback established. 3. The setbacks were established based on a maximum minine depth of 35 feet. The applicant should commit to mining no deeper than 35' without first consulting with the Division and possibly reestablishing the amount of required setback. My review of the permit did not include an evaluation of the mining setbacks from the Big Thompson River or of the stability of the reclaimed site during floods. c:\windowi\personal\mil Ieken.doc • o._f I • STATE C COLORADO OFFICE OF THE STATE ENGINEER M' Division of Water Resources % T 'ae A Department ni Natural Resources _ k l 1St 1 Sherman Srreer, Room 818 • • e •7 Denv er,Colorado 811201 �r.t,.i Phone'3031 Rn6-3381 FAX 13031 anh•3>89 R.w Rine«r Response to Reclamation Permit Application Consideration Cie,' Wren S.Int-Mead 1 --'( EttculiVe Drrtcvr DATE: �,1 ). ' . / MaI D simp,.M Sure Pitney TO: Carl B. Mount, Senior Environmental Protection Specialist CC: Division 1 Office; District Water Commissioner [ �—. FROM: Megan Sullivan, Water Resource Engineer A;/ 2" y 1 ' ' 'a-4.r- . S4 RE: 1.) 1 k I_ I r;-!• ( Pit, File No. M- q C6.-, 5 Section , Twp 1:1-il Rng 6,7 W, 6th P.M., (CrI \ County Operator: ( fyi ,), l ,r„ (\� k—� l•-((t Contact Name: • •Address: Phone: CONDITIONS FOR APPROVAL r ❑ The proposed operation does not anticipate exposing groundwater. Therefore, exposure of ground water must not occur during or after mining� operations. - V The proposed operation will consume ground water by: evapore on, 0 dust control, ['reclamation, ❑ water removed in the mined product, processing, 0 other: • Prior to initiation of these uses of ground water, the applicant will need to obtain either a gravel pit or other type of well permit, as applicable. However, prior to obtaining a permit, en approved water supply plan or decreed plan for augmentation is required. Prior to approving a well permit, the applicant must conduct a field inspection of the❑/ site and document the locations of all wells within 600 feet of the permit area. The applicant must then obtain a waiver of objection from all well owners with wells within 600 feet of the permit area or request a hearing before the State Engineer. - ❑ Other: • COMMENTS: r I _ 'H ic-r7 • eTh • STATE CAF COLORADO DIVISION OF MINERALS AND GEOLOGY De;flnv:oi of N.:tural ResOLaLes teN )1I15hermon Sr.. Room 21> Denver.Colorado BG303 DIVISION V Phone 3031 F166•15117 MINERA FAX:303;832.8106 &� GEOLOr • RECL AMATI August 10. 1999 Mi NING•f Ai Bill Owen. Governer Creg I Walcher Mr. Steve Fancher E.ecunve Director Loveland Ready Mix Concrete, Inc. ()wagoo haeloLori too • P. O. Box 299 Loveland. CO 80539 • RE: Adequacy Review - Loveland Ready Mix Concrete, Inc. - Milliken Site, File No. M-99-065 Dear Mr. Fancher: The Division has completed its review of the above referenced application. Please be advised that this application may be deemed inadequate, and may be denied on September 24, 1999 unless the following adequacy review items are addressed to the satisfaction of the Division. 1. Item 9 of the application form under General Description asks for the approximate elevation. Please submit a new page with this information. 2. Rule 6.2.1(2)(b) requires that maps, except the index map, must conform to the following criteria "(b) must be prepared and signed by a registered land surveyor, professional engineer, or other qualified person;" Please provide two copies of all required maps with the appropriate signatures. 3. The reclamation plan proposes to use concrete generated on the site and brought in from off the , permit area. The Code of Colorado Regulations (CCR) 6-1007-2 defines concrete as an inert material if it has been in a hardened state for at least sixty days. Please commit to not disposing of any concrete as inert fill until it has been in a hardened state for at least sixty days. Also, please explain how the concrete truck wash water will be disposed. 4. In Exhibit E - Reclamation Plan - Groundwater - Specific Requirements, it is stated that "The water recycled in the washing operation will not be released into any waterways." A note on Exhibit C - Pre-mining and Mining Plan Map states that "When Cell I reaches 3 acres in size it will serve as the settling pond for the wash plant." Since Cell I will be connected to the Big Thompson River, by a dewatering discharge point and, during highwater flows. a spillway. it appears that washwater may at times be released in the Big Thompson. If this is the case an /-� NPDES discharge permit may be required. Please clarify the potential for this water being l discharged into the river. Also. if Cell I is to be dewatered for dry mining how can it serve as a settling pond? • — —__ Mr.S!r'e funcLer August 9. 14'99- Lon eland Rrwli MI'-Adequacy Letter Page 2 r 5. The reclamation plan proposes to plant trees and shrubs in clusters. Please specify the number of clusters to be planted. the minimum number of trees and shrubs to be planted, and commit to a survival standard for these plants at the time of permit release. 6. In the section titled "Reclamation Measures/Materials Handling", it'is stated that "Instead of being mined vertically, these lakeshores will be mined at a 3:1 configuration". In Exhibit G - Water Information, it is stated "During the mining operation. overburden and topsoil strippings will be placed directly on side slopes to backfill to the proper slope configuration." Exhibit L- Reclamation Cost Estimate - Item H(1) includes a cost of$58,814.00 to backfill slope to 3:1 and 2:1, 1,000'. Exhibit F - Reclamation Plan (map) includes a cross section of a Typical Reclamation Slope, which includes 3:1, and 2:1 slopes and shows a section of backfilled material. Will there be portions of the pit slopes reclaimed to 2H:1 V slopes or will they all be at 3H:1 V? Will all the slopes be mined at 3H:IV or will backfilling be required on some or all of them? Please address this issue so the reclamation costs can be more clearly defined. 7. Note number 4 on Exhibit C states, • "Materials mined on the north side of the Big Thompson River will be transported to the processing plant by either of the two following methods: • 1. By truck on a low water crossing on the river. Only during the months of May and June may the river be running too high for trucks to cross. 2. By a conveyor on a structure over the river. • A low water crossing will be required with the conveyor opt:on so equipment and employees can work on the north side of the river." • The Division believes that the traffic utilizing this crossing could have a significant impact on the water quality of the river by increasing the sediment load from disruption of the riverbed and spills from the trucks as well as potential oil, grease and hydraulic fluid contamination from the vehicles. Please provide additional information, including a design for the low water crossing, to demonstrate how the potential for water quality degradation would be minimized. 8. Exhibit C contains a cross section of a "Typical Spillway" but does not include any engineering information such as the sizing of the spillways, methods of stabilizing the spillway channels during water flows or the amount of water that the spillways will be expected to carry. Will these spillways be constructed as soon as a pit is opened up or will they be located after mining has been completed in each cell? Please provide engineering plans for each spillway including the methods used to determine the sizing. Also describe how the spillways will be stabilized to prevent downcutting of the channels.. Exhibit C also shows the road from the facilities area to the low water crossing passing over a spillway. Please show details of this crossing. /". 9. tinder exhibit D - Water Requirements. the applicant states that: rr Mr. Sieve Fnnchrr August 9. /999-Loveland Ready Mu -Adequacy Leuer Page 3 f The operator shall comply with all applicable • Colorado water laws • • Federal and State water quality laws and regulations • Federal and State requirements for dredge and fill No mention was made of groundwater quantity. The Division has received five letters of concern from residents to the south of the proposed operation. These letters have been forwarded to the applicant's consultant,Tuttle Applegate, Inc. • Several of the letters have expressed concern about the possibility of having fish and stock ponds going dry when mine de-watering begins. There have also been concerns raised about potential flooding of basements, alteration of current drainage patterns, effects on shallow groundwater wells used for irrigation and the structural integrity of homes, i.e., subsidence resulting from dewatering. Please address these issues. Include an estimated cone of depression from Cell 1 dewatering to demonstrate the effect, or lack of impact, on the area where the objectors have their ponds and shallow wells. 10. The applicant has proposed mining setbacks for structures on or near the permit area. In general, these setbacks are acceptable. However, there are a few outstanding issues regarding structures as itemized below: A. Attached is a July 22, 1999 memo from Allen Sorenson to Gregg Squire. This memo makes the following recommendations: 1. The applicant should commit to clearly marking the road R.O.W. lines in the field to facilitate maintenance of the required 40'setback. 2. A 16 1/2 ' telephone easement is shown on the pit side of the R.O.W. lines on the Exhibit C map. If there are any structures within this easement, they must be evaluated and a setback established. 3. The setbacks were established based on a maximum mining depth of 35 feet. The applicant should commit to mining no deeper than 35' without first consulting with the Division and possibly reestablishing the amount of required setback.. B. The mine plan map shows that the proposed cells •are set back from the Big Thompson River but do not specify a set back distance. Please provide the Division • with a setback distance and describe how the set back boundary and protected area will be marked and protected from inadvertent disturbance. C. There is a gas well and gas line shown near the southern edge of the permit area on Exhibit C - Pre-mining and Mining Plan. Does the Gas Company have an easement Mr, 5tcrr Puncher As.just 9, /999-Loveland Broil ,MIA-Adryuary Lefler Puge l for this gas line? If so, the Division requires that this easement be shown on Exhibit C. Exhibit C also shows that the concrete plant will be placed directly over the gas line and it appears that traffic entering the site through-the west entrance from WCR 48 • 1/2 will cross over the line to access the shop and other portions of the operation. Has the owner of the gas line been contacted and have there been any agreements made, regarding the placement of the road and concrete plant over the pipeline? Please provide the Division with any such agreements or commit to obtaining such agreements from the owner of the gas line, prior to any disturbance over the line. If the owner of this structure has not been notified, they should be. Without an agreement with the owner, the applicant must provide an appropriate engineering evaluation that demonstrates that the plant and road will not damage the gas line. 11. In the application it is stated in Exhibit M -Other Permits and Licenses, "U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Section 404 Permit. This permit will be applied for at later mining stages when the Big Thompson River crossing is needed." • It appears that since wetlands will be mined out and potential fill material such as wash plant sediment and spillway structures placed within wetland areas prior to the later mining stages,-the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers should be contacted at the present time. Please provide a copy of their comments. 12. Enclosed is a July 14, 1999 letter (received by the Division by FAX on July 23, 1999) from the Colorado Division of Wildlife (CDOW). Please note that the CDOW also has concerns related to wetlands. CDOW also has expressed concerns regarding the low water crossing and the resultant increased sediment in the river and has recommended a specific setback or "buffer zone" between the mining cells and the river. The Division in an earlier portion of this adequacy review has also raised these areas of concern. The CDOW also expresses concerns about the impacts of the proposed operation on a prairie dog town and possible impacts of the mining on western burrowing owls. The Division concurs with these concerns. Please respond to the DOW concerns. CDOW also states that "Potential exists for the presence of both Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse (Zapus husonius preblei) and Ute Ladies' Tresses (Spiranthes deluvialis), both listed as Federally Threatened. We recommend surveys take place for both species prior to the commencement of all mining operations." Have surveys been conducted for these two species? If not will surveys be • done? 13. The Division has received a"Response to Reclamation Permit Application Consideration" from the Office of the State Engineer (OSE). A copy of this response is enclosed. Please note the requirements of the OSE response and, prior to any consumptive use of groundwater at the site, provide the Division with a letter or other proof from the Office of the State Engineer (OSE) that orounduater requirements of the OSE have been satisfied. 14. Comments on Exhibit L— Reclamation Cost Estimate • Mr, Litre Funchrr r , August 9. /999-Lore(unJ Rend‘ Mu-Adequacy Letter Pugr S A. Overall, the proposed costs are acceptable to the Division. with two (2) exceptions: I) Item E. Roads. No. 2 - "Remove conveyor pier at river" lists 12 cy at 5150.00 per yard for a total of 5800. This total should be 51,800, 2) Item F-5, Shop. "demo and remove 40,000 cf at 50.05". The Division is currently using 50.18 per cf for demolition and removal costs. Please note: The proposed reclamation costs may need to be modified, depending on your responses to this adequacy review and other possible changes to the application. Please respond to these review items by September 13, 1999 in order to give the Division time to review your responses and make a recommendation by the due date of'September 27, 1999. If you have any questions, please contact me. Sincerely, Gregg R. Squire Environmental Protection Spe:ialist Enclosures: (3) ( cc: Carl B. Mount Tiffany Snyder & Gary Tuttle, Turtle Applegate, Inc. Mike Sherman, Colorado Division of Wildlife Michael & Dorothy Anthony, Objector Jose Refugio Martin del Compo. Objector Elizabeth Stockier, Objector • Alex Fischer and Anne Schafer, Objector David & Kathryn Terrell, Objector r.\ 41v _ ...-.-�....-...m._.-...-..-...--..«m.-....Y... m...-.....,..» ate.-.-....................a..... _. .. et Town liar 1101 Broad St., Drawer 290 • Milliken CO 80543 • (970) 587-4331 • (970) 587-2678 Fax h A' pq . November 1, 1999 Ms. Ann Best-Johnson Jeld County Planning Cep, Weld County Department of Planning Services 1555 N. 17`h Avenue Greeley, CO 80631 NOV 03 1999 RECEIVED. Dear Ms. Johnson: This letter is being written as a formal request by the Board of Trustees of the Town of Milliken to deny the Special Review Proposal by Loveland Ready Mix for USR-1237. The Town of Milliken has completed its Comprehensive Plan which describes in detail the appropriate uses of lands located in its Urban Growth area. Attached you will find a map delineating the proposed site, along with a map reproduced from our Comprehensive Plan showing the Urban Growth Limits of the Town.You will note that the proposed site is eTh in the center of the Town's growth area, and immediately adjacent to the Town boundary. To further exacerbate the issue,residential housing,within the Town Limits abuts this property on the North.This housing area contains homes in the $220,000 to $750,000 range. Immediately South of the property are less dense residential units located in unincorporated Weld County. We are extremely concerned with health, safety, property values and quality of life issues created by allowing this operation. Earlier this year the town requested that the owners of Loveland Ready Mix file a petition for annexation with the Town, so that the Town Board would have the opportunity to review,with the owners their plans,with the hope of mitigating many of the issues associated with this type of project. In October the Town Board denied the annexation ordinance on the grounds that it did not meet the intent of the Comprehensive Plan and the owners were incapable of mitigating the project to the satisfaction of the Trustees. Below are listed the major concerns which this project brings to the Town of Milliken.With the recent signing of the cooperative planning agreement with Weld County,it is hoped that the staff and commissioners will view the use by Special Review Proposal in the same light as the Trustees of the Town of Milliken,and oppose the application. * Ground Water-There has been absolutely no scientific evidence presented which addresses the impact on ground water in the area.There are numerous registered and non-registered wells in the area and the impact on these could be tremendous. While there exists a letter, dated September 13, 1999, from the engineering firm of Tuttle/Applegate indicating no substantial mitigation is indicated,a contradictory statement is made in exhibit G of the application whereby the owners state that the "mining in the proposed areas will intercept the water table,"which is an extreme disregard for the citizens of this community. Water being the �rw* life's blood of the community, we are concerned with this type of operation. tTh /�, 1:r Comprehensive Plan-Attached you will find a copy of the"Community Vision"taken directly r from the Comprehensive Plan for the Town of Milliken. You will note that a primary goal of the plan is to "emphasize the human scale."The Loveland Ready Mix batch plant will extend over 70 feet into the air,which does not meet our current planning criteria. The vision goes on to state "The natural environment, the most distinguishing feature of the community, has been preserved"and"The natural environment provides clean water and air, natural beauty and scenic quality, wildlife habitat...". This vision will be lost if this USR is approved. Specific to the location of the proposed project,it is located adjacent to the Town boundary,within the 100 year FEMA flood plain.It is also adjacent to the Big Thompson river,one of the main scenic qualities of the Town,as evidenced again in the Comprehensive Plan. "The Town has been endowed with tremendous open space resources in its surrounding areas, which protect its identity," 'Nature lovers come from many places to enjoy the beauty of the river bottoms." The Comprehensive Plan calls for trails and parks along the river corridors. The Comprehensive Plan specifically states "Development that exists outside of the Town Limits is low density and rural, and uses cluster type development which supports the Town's unique identity and character."The development by Loveland Ready Mix completely counters,the approved Comprehensive Plan. *Visual Blight-The Town is defined by its gateways; State Highway 257 is the primary gateway in to the community.If allowed to be built,the proposed construction would stand out as a visual blight on the community for 33 years to come. Milliken has been aggressively trying to change its image. It is not a step- sister to the surrounding communities any longer, and if this mining/concrete batch plant is allowed to be constructed, it will further destroy the image and vitality of the community. Since the proposal for the site includes both sides of the Big Thompson River,it is important to understand what the Town has planned for these areas.The Comprehensive plan delineates: "The Big Thompson River corridor serves as the main artery for the Town's fabulous biking and waking trail system...," any infringement into these areas would be detrimental to the community as a whole. -A-Traffic-The access point for the planned development would be onto County road 48 ''/a;from there all trucks would enter onto State Highway 257.The majority of the trucks would turn North and head up the hill. At the point of arress onto SR 257,the speed limit is 55 m.p.h.,and within a quarter mile,it increases to 65 m.p.h.. Loveland Ready Mix preformed several runs for the Town, and found that the maximum speed reached by a loaded truck was 37 m.p.h. at the top of the hill.We feel strongly that 150 truck trips per day will create the potential for serious traffic congestion and accelerate the possibility of serious/fatal injury to the citizens and visitors to Milliken.No traffic impact study has been presented. -Cr Environmental Impact-The current proposal indicates that a low water crossing is to be created. This creates extreme concern on behalf of the Town. While we realize that a 404 permit from the Corps of Engineers is required,the Town will oppose any such approval.With vehicles crossing on a regular basis,dirt and sand will be deposited in the waterway. Petroleum products in the form of diesel fuel, grease, hydraulic fluid and concrete additives will also be deposited in the river,no matter what mitigation program is in place. The Town also maintains a water and sewer line down stream from the proposed crossing.We have serious concerns regarding the impact the water flow impediment created by the crossing will have on the integrity of our municipal water and sewer system. As proposed an ISDS system is planned for the area. This is being constructed on alluvial material within the FEMA 100 year flood plain. The Town has serious concerns regarding this system and its impact on native waters and the community's health. It has been stated that their operation will impact the Big Thompson River in the form of depletions due to evaporation and losses associated with the mining operation,(Exhibit G).While the owners state it will be minimal,the Town strongly disagrees. f *Safety-County Road 48 '/2 is a narrow road,and even with the proposed widening and paving,the Town is concerned for the safety and welfare of the community. The area is used as a bicycling area for r 'h children,and with 150 plus trucks per day turning into and out of the plant, it is inevitable that someone will be injured. Children of all ages will naturally be curious and attracted to the open pits and structures,creating a serious safety issue for the community. 'Or Noise and Air Oualitv-The proposed hours of operation are from 6:30 a.m.to 7:30 p.m.,six days a week. The associated noise from diesel trucks warming up and the fumes created during this process,mixed with backup warning devices,creates an unacceptable noise issue for the surrounding community.While dust abatement techniques are to be implemented, it is obvious that arrant dirt and air borne dust will be created, causing potential harm to surrounding homes and community members. Crushing operations are noisy by nature, and with a six day, 13 hours per day operation,this creates a burden on this community which is not acceptable. *Property Values-As mentioned earlier, one of the premier housing areas in Milliken is located on the North boundary of the property with over 200 housing sites and homes in the$220,000 to$750,00 range. These home owners are at extreme risk of losing property values if this development is approved. There also exist several residential units on the South boundary of the proposed site, which will also suffer significant financial loss if Loveland Ready Mix is allowed to proceed.No mitigation proposal was offered by the owners of Loveland Ready Mix. * Wildlife-While this may not be prime habitat for wildlife, there currently exists a plethora of species which enjoy the area, or migrate through the area. Fox, coyote and deer are visual reminders of why people have chosen Milliken as home.The Town of Milliken also is in the process of developing its parks and trails master plan. This plan will include habitat creation methodology and would allow this area to exist as (Th a significant natural habitat area. Already identified in the Comprehensive Plan are the corridors along the river bottoms. This project stands right in the middle of our largest river resource,and potential damage to the ecosystem or the inability of the Town to maintain this area would create a lasting impairment to the quality of life for future generations. In conclusion,the Board of Trustees of the Town of Milliken request that the Board of County Commissioners deny the Use by Special Review number 1237, as presented by Loveland Ready Mix.Your appreciation and understanding of our position is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Ted Chavez Mayor R 6T�NN `D� J '\ 0 N.,•4 N`� ��\\ P a e,esa — ."� o ,�a. t'eie School ..4434 LLI --N- -.4/ II H7 Thk 40 O v T5N \kV . to • �` -.�� x'90 i\ \--,-;\.- �1 �a .. r 1y y T 4 N ~OHO" ,NOITE: ° o•—•i . . afea - 2 of a�YO 4782 N8• r2 0 e( I. I \,F la me 60� e° � STATE HWY 60 Th„„p L. :1-738- .1 / ORE,T WEMERN ) ' °Re/r ... Es ILLIIKENF50+�' tttlr w' �' �� I ... _ .� ` w .,, aJa6•...-n i - I .J5a �,h II r a ' RiVer Millike I.O 0� c _ — _�.,.�� - •rte_-1.- I. . tNOMPSON , ' .,:... 'II ,tt,E /�..� Not__ .. ii -H---- -5. 3`. �rF v cy 1 �c I (It) 2000 1000 0 2000 EXHIBIT B SCALE IN FEET Job °9"" _ TuttleApplegate,Ine. J,,No „_M, LOVELAND READY MIX ben: IIDDeer . _ _ C. 6W MIN.r N� c.8 DUNN PROPERTY �_� 4 -fa)04 I °^�"l `" VICINITY MAP clo4n'"e iv(88871.21.19 F,k: flow Doi ril r, M I k k M • IN C I v I v l • w 1.7 PLANNING CONTEXT: The citizens of Milliken recognize that it is not enough to suggest a pleasing vision for the town alone,and are aware of how important the context around their town is to their identity and livelihoods. To have some control over how the region is developed suggested growth limits for both mid and long term have been developed. The diagram below detpicts a 5 year growth limit and a long term growth limit. The town of Milliken desires to have direct influence on the planning and design of these areas. The north edge of this urban growth boundary has been defined as U.S.34,the south as the S. Platte River and the East edge as County Rd. 19 centerline. URBAN GROWTH LIMITS L a� r '� � r , � *Welk. US 34 s` €s C itl -1.- N S CC tRE ;\ glIll a�Lw � � - \\ . JOH, S �. ; �m SH60 - s_rr-a .. CT 111 y I , IIIII City Limits f-7 5 Year Long Term (Th 1.8 Design Workshop. Inc. O 1998 • • • 14 IL I i K el I Y I 1 P k • se I I I O O OUR F O t O K I U 2.2 COMMUNITY VISION The following Vision Statement was created by citizen participants during the planning process. Many of these ideas shaped the process that was undertaken as well as the final land use concept plan. "Milliken has a small home town character that is important to the citizens and, th,�is paHrr�,�a"cter c9hit'tosp otet n� . Through their collective efforts r _I_ t to and strong leadership, Milliken residents have `peen able to maintain and build upon the com- lmunity's high quality of life. This quality of life represented by the overall size and design "^'-^ gin"maY y r of the community which"ej,pfhr assize ttlf�e!, k ale,` dtversttydof the.popu on'an integration of neigh- borhoods: Milliken)isPpeacefw rja'ibWdlUfepeople know each other and respect and care tfor each other. There is a general concern for the community and all of its residents. 14hfeInaltoral pr enavdbnm�ent �ihe'rn,e«drsti g AVORg feature; of the ,c o��rnunity, has been: etapivdd a'nW1integrated into alf aspects vof dlife.in the community The nit dal 'nuq.e n r arydes fog di.garr'waterand air, natural beautyandiscenic qusiln,°,' wildlife habitat, recreation, and economic opportunities. The Town's western heritage is also reflected in historic buildings and sites which have been or will be preserved. Milliken is a respite from the nearby urban areas of Greeley, Loveland, Longmont and Denver; although, the urban amenities, jobs and choice of retail and services these communities offer are readily accessible,by automobile and convenient public transit. The Town has been gifted with tremendous open space resources in its surrounding areas; which protectiteuni'que identity and offer recreation opportunities to Milliken residents, as well as attract vis- itors to spend money in the community. Alatere'lowers!come from many placessto•enjoyne`L auty;of'th'e=rher!6ottoms, the plant and animal life and hike the network or trails in and around Milliken. 2.1 Design Workshop, Inc. 0 1998 M.I. • I • U $ I V • j• A le '• C N o I c • • FOR OUP F U 7 U R • ^ lrs\ The Living Historical Ranch defines the east entrance to town and establishes an open space buffer that links the town and entry directly to the Big Thompson;;) River. All evidence of the form feedlots have been replaced, yet pml,eraglr icUltur 'lands 'hajee b�,ee ro u tested to•continv�eito;provide'both e`c'onomic and visu r al contribemons tip-the community Thtemnorth an,d vest ` '-` entries a'Iso 'f ave an ope°n asps ce ereirasythe,perma Ce• nentkbuftert etween:1oh`n'stowiaMand'IMrlliken Ws , y'c,i; been pre'seried as open space. A new Community • Center has been located west of town, between Johnstown and Milliken to enable both communities to utilize it, providing a pool and recreation, cultural a f center, fine arts theater and an outdoor concert facili-,[ ty. Alrrb'bo,'n,";fip'arrk liptilWlil s astte,,,m,ncOptes iteptlood I lon'g4'botAi et!sigland?Lr�ittle "Thomp�sor ,,a.err-_:..n-.—..win..,,w.__—, ,.—R--- _ ways a and connects, o rigi Johnlstown")The bluffs north of the Big Thompson have been kept free of visual intrusions, and hikers enjoy a grand overlook of their bustling community. This system joins a similar network of recreation and open space at the Platte 4 River. The south hills are linked to town by a series of trails that follow natural drainages and canals, and the summit - Wildcat Mound, is protected from development and provides for public access to this regional landmark Deiv,Sel$men?t teatie3xists„outside of the Town limits is Iow,,.dens „pan„elailtand tiise_s Olester type develop agent lw,h chs'up"p'oitsF'!fife" ragraiq"ue identity aind char- acter, The trailer court at the west edge of town has been replaced with attractive new uses and those residents have relocated to where they have better access to recreation and public services. Entering Town "things look great"-- trees abound, properties are well-maintained, euerything.is clean and landscaped,and build- ings, structures and siigns`are designed to blend into the natural landscape_ Th,e'"i titit s"on Ria e'r cdffii,'do'r seru',a as thehmain ar-te*'for th'e.rTowrti fabulous)t hkinq,and)w",alkin,'gfi trail system which wexten,,ds fro?Lou' tside of'Tow,n znif Ifh'ro`ughout the.-c'ommuni- ty, connecting open-space and recreation alre"as, school and public facility sites, neighborhoods, commercial areas and downtown. Along Highway 60 there are a number of safe crossings that link the north side and south side of Town, including an underpass tun- 2.2 Design Workshop. Inc. 6 1998 M L L I N i N C I V e PLAN •• C N O I C C 5 FOR OUR Fume " r nel in the proximity of Grace & Broad Streets. Downtown is a focal point of activity. It is a vibrant center, that extends out from Broad Street and ties in Cherry Street to the north and Elm Street to the south. These new commercial areas have been designed to be complementary to the 'old town'residential areas they coexist with. The new depot, built to service the com- muter rail between Ft. Collins and Denver, has spawned new com- mercial activity just east of the old downtown. A discreet structured parking facility serves both commuters and downtown shoppers, helping to minimize the visual affect of all those cars. A downtown plaza forms the heart of downtown and has become a major com- munity gathering place throughout the year. Small shops line the streets, and the sidewalks. Trees, flowers, benches, tables and street lamps create a wonderful pedestrian realm where residents and visitors love to hangout. All store fronts are occupied, buildings have been spiffed up and look attractive, and in fill lots have been developed with new buildings that fit the existing historic character by using brick and an appropriate archi- 1/^+, ,tecture. There is an interesting mix of stores owned and run by local residents. Favorite stores include the fly rod shop, coffee shops, natural food store, book- store and hobby shop. Art galleries, antique stores and renowned restaurants Ladd to the attraction. There is even a ir bike rental shop for visitors to take to the I % , trails. Downtown captures the visitors to the community, truly making Milliken a destination, rather than a place people pass through. New overnight accommo- dations in Town enable visitors to stay and explore Milliken and its surrounding recreation areas, attend a music festival or other special event, or just get away from the city. Milliken residents represent a broad diversity of people in terms of age, income, interests and activities. Milliken is a great place to raise a family; there is a special attention to the youth, as well as the seniors of the community. Many people live and work in Town, /�-� others are commuters or retirees. The mix of housing in the com- a 2.3 Design Workshop. Inc. O 1998 n H 1 L l 1 N e N C O N • fl l H e N S 1 V e PLAN u C H O 1 C e e von O V O F V T U R e . // �\\1 ( munity reflects the diversity of the resi-,. ' dents - there are single family homes, row houses, small clusters of attached multi-family units and apartments ter b raced town-homes, senior housing e , d" ��r1 and some manufactured homes, all of which provide for a variety of lifestyles ,' '�_�. '' , - - . and income levels. Residential devel- '' ' opment throughout the Town is com- ii. . prised of strong neighborhoods, with !i pedestrian linkages and access to I neighborhood parks, school sites and other public facilities, downtown, commerrneagTh'd the Milliken trail system. New residential developments reflect the diversity of existing neighborhoods and incorporate a variety of housing styles and types - there are no large scale, "cookie-cutter"devel- C' opments. Affordable housing is dispersed among the mix- ture, and thereby doesn't create a neighborhood stigma by being collected into discreet locations. Residential areas in poor condition has been renovated to improve their charac- ter and values. New developments are built in harmony with the natural environment, with consideration to both physical constraints of development as well as aesthetic and ecological values. Steep hillsides, drainage-ways and ripari- an areas are protected. New development is required to pay for the costs of infrastructure and services required by the development; there must be adequate capacity in water and wastewater facilities prior to approval of new develop- ment. Water storage needs have been achieved without causing unnecessary visual impact. Many Milliken residents work in local businesses - its great that people can work and live in this community. Many peo- ple work in retail and services stores which serve local resi- dents and visitors to the community, primarily in the down- town area as well as other areas designated for commercial uses. There are no large big box stores in town. The r^ biggest store is the new mid-size grocery store where resi- ( 2.4 Design Workshop. Inc. 0 1998 M I L L I • C' r r V C P \ • w " CHOICES FOR OUR F O T O O I n read' dents can get their bread and milk, and other quality foods. Residents go to the surrounding cities for their "big"shopping. Many residents also tele-commute or have small businesses out of their home, which do not negatively impact their neighbors. There are also some small office and light industry uses, primarily related ' 1 a • j to agriculture, a small research firm and a variety of cottage indus- tries. This industry is non-manufacturing oriented and is developed consistent with design standards that ensure it blends into the char- acter of the community. The economic vitality of the community, which has been achieved through allowing appropriate new development, enhancing the com- rnunity as a visitor destination, and encouraging small local busi- ness, combined with creative funding strategies, has enabled the community to invest in a number of desired amenities. There is a new recreation center, swimming pool, and expanded library. There is a new elementary school in the southeast part of town, which complements the local middle school, which has undergone upgrades over the years to remain state-of-the-art. A new high school has been located on the west edge town to serve the needs of the expanding local students. The schools are of vital impor- tance to the Town; they are essential to educating our youth, sus- taining our families, and creating a sense of community. Overall, Milliken is just a great place to call home, with an unsur- passed quality of life." 2.5 Design Workshop. Inc. 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