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WELD COUNTY
1995 OCT 25 tM 9: 14
CLERK
TO THE BOARD
The Board Of County Commissioners
Greeley, Colorado
Reference: Case Number: USR-1092.
Dear Sirs,
October 24, 1995
I would like to make an objection to the application of Moark
Hatcheries. LLC. For A Site Specific Development Plan and Special Review
Permit for a commercial egg production facility in the A (Agricultural)
zone district.
I disagree that the proposed operation is consistent with the intent
of the A (Agricultural) zone district. The intent of zoning ordinances
has been to regionalize like purposes in specific areas. The area
proposed for this facility is in an area that consists of family owned
farms mixed with some residential housing. The "intent" of the zoning
ordinance would be to keep this area an area with similar uses.
The application makes specific mention of this purposed unit as
being "a commercial egg production facility" --a factory. I do not
believe those people that brought zoning to our county would agree that
a factory of this size was being "consistent with the intent of an A
(Agricultural) zone.
I think it is time for us as a nation and particularly for us in
Weld County to make a distinction between what is and what is not
"Agriculture". For years industrial units have been reaping the benefits
granted historic agriculture. Concessions to trucking, wage, and tax laws
were made to give our family farmers a opportunity to exist. Now
Cooperate America is taking advantage of these benefits. Because organic
inputs and outputs are part of an industry, the industry claims it is
"Agriculture". Where does agriculture end and ag business begin?
Granting zoning exemptions to commercial entities has destroyed the
historic settling patterns in our county and has led to a urban sprawl
that is destroying the very pattern of our lives and in the end is very
costly to the county. Bigger and better roads and increased demand for
services are an end result to this type of sprawl development.
It has been mentioned that is facility will supply the eggs for King
Soopers. May I mention that a facility that once supplied eggs to King
Soopers was located in the center of Denver, on Packing House Road? This
egg factory existed in an environment that was much more consistent with
its purpose. I content that such facilities are better located in such
industrial or commercial zones than in a rural agriculture setting. It
should be pointed out that the inputs to this factory are not produced in
the community as Moark would like you to believe. Pullets would have to
be imported from another area, feed would be delivered in bulk quantities
in formalized rations from other areas.
I also disagree that the Special Review Permit Development Standards
will provide adequate protection of the health, safety, and welfare of
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the neighborhood and county. I will not dwell on this as my neighbors
have done a good job in questioning these standards. Suffice it to say
there is a huge change made in the environment by a producing facility of
this kind and that many questions as to its effect on the environment
have been left unanswered.
I am not against change or development. I do believe, however, that
the unique position of our community in relationship to the development
that will occur as a result of the relocation of the Denver Airport could
result in a type of change that would be more beneficial to our community
and county than the industrialization of the area that is now proposed.
Others will come attracted by the same set of conditions that attracted
Moark. These newcomers may offer development more palatable to those in
the community, with less threat to the environment and aesthetics of the
area. Are we to spawn a new Brighton Boulevard for Denver? Please vote no
to this application.
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WELD COUNTY
1995 OCT 25 tai 9: I y
Shani Eastin
TO THE _BOARD
Department of Planning Service
1400 N 17th
Greeley, CO 80631
CLERK
September 29,1995
As residents of Southeast Weld County, my husband and i wire way upset to find out through some of our
neighbors that a targe chicken production /compost operation is being considered as a possible new
business on WCR 73 just south of the town of Roggen.
We both want to express our opposition to this consideration for several reason. First and foremost is the
air pollution this large operation would create. Like many over families in our district, we relocated cur
family to this area because of the clean environment. Allowing this plant to be built and to operate would
create an air pollution from the manure and compost along with increased vehicle exhaust pollution from
the truck traffic from the plant If we wanted our children exposed to these type of pollutants, we would
bavc stayed in the city.
We also have a concern with allowing such a business to tap into a domestic water table. My first concern
with this if it is true is the potential for contamination of our uater supply. This table should be open for
domestic use only. This again would compromise our quality of living for our children
We feel like many others in our community believe that allowing businesses like this will not only
discourage new families from moving into this area, but will also cause same families and businesses to
leave.
My husband and I plan on attending the next scheduled meeting on October 25th regarding this matter to
lend our support in opposing this type of business in our camntmity. We would appreciate our concerns
along with everyone else from our area who has voiced their opinion to be considered before a final
decision is made.
Panel and
32874 WCR 18
Keansburg, CO 80643
Y-, r, MUNNY PLANK, r;,"
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TRANSMITTAL
to: Shelly Miller, CM
fax #: 352-0242
re: USR 1092
date: October 25, 1995
pages: 2, including cover sheet.
Shelly.... I found this in my stack of stuff and I was not sure if I sent this to you?
Anyway double check and I will bring the original with me to the Board of County
Commissioners meeting at 10:00 ant. See ya later Shari.
OCT 25 3S El: 30
From the desk of...
Shani L Eastin
Current Planner
Weld County Planning
1400 N. 17th Ave
Greeley , Co 80631
(970) 353-6100 DC.3540
Fax (970) 352-6312
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3725 Benton Street
Denver, CO 80212
October 20, 1995
Weld County Commissioners
915 10th Street
Greeley, CO 80631
Gentlemen:
WELD COUNTY
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CLERK
TO THE D0.&rD
I have paid taxes on two pieces of property (Parcel No. 129935000004 and
Parcel No. 130118000002) in Weld County for many years. Parcel No.
130118000002 is just across the road from the proposed Moark Hatcheries
project. I am definitely opposed to this project. I am sure that it will not
enhance the value of property No. 130118000002.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
George E. Sigg
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MCCARTY AND ASSOCIATES
(303) 688-8489 — Fax (303) 688-2561
5354 Jackson Creek Road — Sedalia, CO 80135
October21, 1995
Memorandum
To: Weld County Commissioners
From: L.M. Mick McCarty
My name is L.M. Mick McCarty, broker/owner of McCarty & Associates of Sedalia,
Colorado. I am a native of Colorado and have been a Real Estate Broker for twenty
three years specializing in farm, ranch and rural properties. I currently represent Mr.
Hollis Osborne and Moark Production Inc. as their buyer/broker. I am writing to ask for
your support of the special use permit requested by Mr. Hollis Osborne and Moark
Production Inc. Mr. Osborne and his company offer many benefits to Weld County.
Please consider the following benefits and points as you determine your position.
Mr. Osborne stands out as a down-to-earth family businessman. After I began working
with Mr. Osborne, I realized the deep commitment and dedication he has to his family
business. His success over the years is indicative of his commitment not only to his
family business but also to the poultry and egg production industry, both locally and
nationwide. They currently have operations in Neosho, Missouri and Grand Junction,
Colorado. All operations have and continue to meet regulations established by the
EPA, State and County Agencies. This is done not only for the success of the
business but also to integrate within their respective communities.
Mr. Osborne and Moark Productions Inc. offer economic growth for Weld County. After
close scrutiny and due diligence, Moark Productions Inc. is financially capable of
handling this large venture as well as the many years of success to follow. What this
really means to Weld County is, increased grain purchasing opportunities, increased
local employment, increased opportunities for all associated businesses within the
community. Overall this equates into a stronger economic base and increased tax
revenues for Weld County.
Mr. Osborne and Moark Productions Inc. are committed to becoming a good community
member. Some people may be concerned or object to the addition of a poultry
operation in their community because of misperceived smells or increased fly
population. This new facility is state of the art and fits in quite well with the many other
agricultural operations within the community. Moreover, Mr. Osborne has taken it upon
himself to meet with some community members to discuss their plans and the concerns
the community has perceived. The Osbome's would like very much to become a good
neighbor and welcomes open communications.
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This location was specifically chosen for the new Moark Production Inc. operation
because of some very key factors. This location provides paved road access for ease
of transpiration for products and resources. There is good availability to grain sources
and storage. The deep water aquifer allows adequate water supply while not depleting
the existA'%rcolating water sources. The range land sandy loam soil is very compatible
for this operation. Finally, Mr. Osborne and Moark Production Inc. became interested in
expanding their operations in Weld County Colorado because of the promotional
activities of the State of Colorado and Weld County EDAP. These groups have actively
solicited poultry business entities during poultry meetings and conventions held in
Atlanta, Georgia and Chicago, Illinois.
In conclusion, Mr. Osborne would like to bring a very environmentally contained
agricultural business to Weld County. This is a business opportunity for Mr. Osborne
as well as Weld County and all associated businesses. It has been my pleasure to
work with Mr. Osborne and his company. I am sure you will find him to be a very good
and conscientious addition to the community.
Please consider the economic benefits as well as the open commitment for the
community as you establish your positions. Finally, Mr. Osborne and I would very much
welcome the opportunity to discuss Moark's operation and future plans as well as
answer any additional questions. You can reach me at 303/ 688-8489.
Thank you for our consideration.
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Boulder group leads
egg -buying protest
By CLAY EVANS _-ID .9 3
For the Camera I
With Easter just two days
away, some Boulder protesters
spent Friday afternoon urging
people to break themselves of
the egg habit.
Under the moniker of the
"Chicken Liberation Army" and
wearing paper beaks, -about 35
members and supporters of two
Boulder women's groups staged
a protest in front of the Boulder
Valley Poultry Farms on Val-
mont Road.
"In this Easter .season, we
want people to be aware and to
stop buying eggs that come from
factory farms," said :rt •za
one of the demonstration s orga-
nizers.
According to the demonstra-
tors, many egg farms keep lay-
ing hens in crowded, inhumane
conditions, remove their beaks
and feed them antibiotics.
The manager and owner of the
farm said the farm voluntarily
has begun following a set of
guidelines established in the
1980s by the Humane Society of
the United States.
"A lot of their charges (about
the industry) are welt -founded as
far as I am concerned," sad
fad["itterOsborn. "We?
give each bird at least 64 square
inches and we stopped debeak-
ing them last summer."
Osborn and owner Bruce
Vaughan also addressed recent
complaints about the smell frogs
the farm. In January, more than
half the residents surveyed in
east Boulder listed the farm at
5324 Valmont Road as a negative
characteristic of the area.
"When (the farm) was built it
was way out in the country. We
know you can't hold up progress
and there will be a time when
we move,".Osborn said. "It talks
time and planning. When we do
move, we would like to have a
farm that is humanely construct-
ed."
In an unrelated Friday protest,
about 20 demonstrators waved
placards in support of health
care reform as they marched
from Boulder Community Hospi-
tal to the Boulder County Court-
house on the Downtown Mall.
A spokesperson for the Coali-
tion for Universal Health Insur-
ance for Colorado said the group
held the rally to support a gov-
ernment -run health care system
instead of the so-called "man-
aged competition" system being
proposed by the Clinton adminis-
tration.
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Hen abuse
continues,
group says
Tape shows carcasses;
state finds no violations
By CAROL CHOREY
Camera Staff Writer
For the second time in a year, animal
rights activists have videotaped condi-
tions at Boulder Valley Poultry Farms
and cried foul.
This time, David Crawford, co -direc-
tor of Rocky Mountain -Animal Defense,
videotaped an estimated 1,000 dead
chickens in various stages of decompo-
sition ina closed -down chicken house
and charged hens had that dozen
beenabandonedand were
starving to death.
He said he has one scrawny, barely
alive hen, which he rescued and took to
a Boulder veterinarian, to prove it.
"It's been a year since the video was
shot undercover at the farm so I was
curious to see what was going on out
there," Crawford said.went for a
hen.
walk and to my dismay I saw a
liShe was definitely abandoned. She was
in a state of malnutrition. She had no
food or water.
"It's apparent they don't care any
(See CHICKEN, Page 3B)
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ECONOMIC
1. The County shall provide land -use goals and policies -which
evaluate and provide for future commercial, industrial, and
residential development.
2. The County shall provide land -use goals and policies which foster
the economic health and continuance of agriculture.
ECONOMIC POLICIES
I. A land -use application located within an urban growth boundary
area, unincorporated community, I-25 Mixed Use Development Area
and Activity Center, or agricultural area shall be reviewed in
accordance with the goals and policies of the area in which the
land -use application is proposed.
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ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND NATURAL RESOURCE GOALS
1. The proper use and management of water, air, and land resources shall
be required to maintain the physical, social, and economic well-being
of Weld citizens.
2. All land use proposals shall be designed and operated to conform will
all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to air.
water, noise, and other environmental quality standards.
3. Solid or brine waste facilities shall be planned, located, designed and
operated so that they are compatible with surrounding land uses in
terms of: general use, scale, height, traffic, dust, noise, and visual
pollution.
4. Weld County will cooperate with local, State, and Federal agencies to
identify, conserve, and protect fish and wildlife habitat and in
implementing measures for the protection of such areas.
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND NATURAL RESOURCE POLICIES
1. The location, type, and density of any development or use shall not
exceed the physical capacity of the land and water to accommodate the
use without adverse effects on water quality and quantity. -
2. Soil conservation techniques to minimize soil erosion and sedimentation
shall be encouraged in the development and design of land uses. 3. Setbacks, building orientation, soundproof construction, barriers, and
other feasible means shall be considered in attempting to mitigate
noise impacts.
4. Potential groundwater pollution from septic tank use shall be
minimized.
5. Conflicts with fish and wildlife habitats and migration routes shall be
considered in land development. Development and design adjacent to
rivers and streams, waterfowl areas, and important or critical wildlife,
areas shall incorporate reduced densities, adequate setbacks and
buffered areas as prescribed by the Colorado Division of Wildlife.
6. Development and design of land uses which require drainage, excessive
removal of riparian vegetation and alterations of river or stream banks
shall be discouraged in order to protect river or stream quality and to
protect waterfowl areas.
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Because of the possibility of permanent damage to life, health, and the
environment and because the County continues to demonstrate an
increasing population base, hazardous waste disposal facilities shall
not be located in Weld County.
8. An applicatior fcr a solid or brine waste _Lc_lity ci '
septage disposal facilrt' located within an Urban Growth Bci_ndary Area,
Lnincorperated Cocc.unity, I-25 N.C.D. Area and Acti::t Center, or
Agricultural Area -shall be reviewed in accordance with the goals and
policies of the area in which the facility is located.
9. In reviewing the operational and reclamation plans for solid and brine
waste disposal facilities, the County shall impose such conditions as
necessary to minimize or eliminate the potential adverse impact of the
operation on surrounding properties. This shall include:
a. Requiring the location and design of excavated artis,
structures, machinery, equipment storage, and stocky'.'Jinc of
refuse or materials to be compatible with surrounding :cnd
uses in terms of: general use, topographic form,
density, traffic, dust, and noise.
b. Maintaining roadside and perimeter vegetation and setback
requirements which serve to shield the disposal facility,
including storage of equipment, stock -piled soils, refuse,
and materials, from public view and adjacent properties.
c. Requiring that access roads to and within the site be located
in a manner which minimizes traffic impacts on surrounding
land uses.
d. Requiring that the land use applicant demonstrate to the
satisfaction of the Board of Commissioners that the street or
highway facilities providing access to the disposal facility
are adequate in functional classification, width, and
structural capacity to meet the traffic requirements of the
proposed disposal facility. Internal road circulation,
off-street parking, dust abatement, acceleration lanes,
deceleration lanes,
common access collection points,
signalization, and other traffic improvements shall be
required wherever necessary to mitigate traffic impacts which
may be created by the disposal facility. Applications for
disposal facilities shall also be reviewed in accordance with
the transportation goals and policies.
Shani Eastin
Department of Planning Service
1400 N 17th
Greeley, CO 80631
September 29,1995
As residents of Southeast Weld County, my husband and I were very upset to find out through some of our
neighbors that a large chicken production /compost operation is being considered as a possible new
business on WCR 73 just south of the town of Roggen.
We both want to express our opposition to this consideration for several reason. First and foremost is the
air pollution this large operation would create. Like many other families in our district, we relocated our
family to this area because of the clean environment. Allowing this plant to be built and to operate would
create an air pollution from the manure and compost along with increased vehicle exhaust pollution from
the truck traffic from the plant. If we wanted our children exposed to these type of pollutants, we would
have stayed in the city.
We also have a concern with allowing such a business to tap into a domestic water table. My first concern
with this if it is true is the potential for contamination of our water supply. This table should be open for
domestic use only. This again would compromise our quality of living for our children.
We feel like many others in our community believe that allowing businesses like this will not only
discourage new families from moving into this area, but will also cause some families and businesses to
leave.
My husband and I plan on attending the next scheduled meeting on October 25th regarding this matter to
lend our support in opposing this type of business in our community. We would appreciate our concerns
along with everyone else from our area who has voiced their opinion to be considered before a final
decision is made.
Darrel and Mary nck
32874 WCR 18
Keenesburg , CO 80643
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TO THE CURD
October 30, 1995
33500 WCR # 16
Keenesburg
Colorado 80643
Weld County Commissioners
Greeley, Colorado
HEARING -- USR-1092
Dear Commissioners,
One last request for consideration of the Moak application. In the Moark hearing the
issue of environment was discussed at some length. I was flying over the valley this
weekend and the reason we bought our farm here really struck home.
The bowl geographies of this small valley create a delicate environmental balance; but,
the same bowl preserves this balance. It was a Denver hazy day and that pollution spread
down the Platte valley past Greeley. Our valley rim that holds our air in holds out the
pollution and odors that plague Denver and Greeley.
The Valley Bowl is bounded by Highway 52 to the south, Keenesburg to the west,
Highway 76 to the north past Roggen, and east 3 miles past road 73 to the Catholic
Church complex. It is about 10 miles by 10 miles across. It has an underground river that
provides the water for the high crop production here. With the exception of the small
feed -lot next to the Moark proposed site, only occupied during winter months with some
odors, there is nothing in the valley that creates air or environmental problems.
There are sites in Weld County outside our valley bowl that would be suited for
Moark, if they can prove that they will manage their manure and water waste correctly.
We hope you will encourage another site selection and preserve our productive small
valley area for now and the future.
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Weld County Board of Commissioners
Centenniel Building
Greeley, CO
PO Box 142
Pierce, CO 80650
October 26. 1995
Dear Commissioners,
RE: Construction of proposed egg production facility and hatchery near Roggen
Although we were unable to attend the recent public hearing regarding the proposed hatchery and
egg production facility near Roggen, we would like to express our support of Moark Hatcheries.
Vie have lived and farmed adjacent to the Pierce facility for more than fifteen years. We have
never had any reason to complain about any facet of the egg production facility in that time. The
facility is a ready market for locally produced commodities, and the payment has akkrays been
promptly made. In additon, the jobs created at the facility and the byproduct available to other
agricultural producers in the area will enhance the economic growth and stability of the local
school district and Meld County as a whole.
Continued focus on the video tape illegally made after the closure of the Boulder facility is both
irrelevant and unfair to the Moark Hatcheries. The Boulder facility has been closed and will be
replaced by modern facilities such as exist at Pierce and L^rill be built at Roggen.
The growth of both the local and world populations demands an increase in food production
facilities such as the proposed egg production facility and hatchery.'Weld County, with our
strong agricultural base provides an excellent location for this facility. Roggen is a rural
community and is a logical location for agricultural enterprise.
We urge you to vote .in favor of the continued strength of Weld County's economy through a
strong agricultural community, and approve the construction of the Moark Hatcheries facility.
Sincerely,
Patty Deplazes
Greg Reeves
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