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Home My WebLink About20231743.tiffINVENTORY OF ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION Applicant: Colorado Railbike Adventures, LLC Case Number: USR23-0012 Submitted or Prepared Prior to Hearing At Hearing 1 SPO AGAINST ADELMAN-PITRE X 2 SPO AGAINST CAVALLO X 3 SPO AGAINST CONRAD X 4 SPO AGAINST FISHER X 5 SPO AGAINST HIELD X 6 SPO AGAINST KATYRYNIUK X 7 SPO AGAINST OWSIK X 8 SPO AGAINST RAWLSKY X 9 SPO AGAINST STUDE X 10 SPO AGAINST THOMPSON X 11 SPO AGAINST VELLA X 12 SPO IN SUPPORT BENNET X 13 SPO AGAINST CITO X 14 SPO IN SUPPORT MARANJIAN X 15 SPO IN SUPPORT PALONE X 16 SPO IN SUPPORT PUCCIO X 17 SPO IN SUPPORT KENNEDY X 18 SPO IN SUPPORT DELANEY X 19 SPO IN SUPPORT ELSENER X 20 SPO IN SUPPORT VOGENTHALER X 21 SPO IN SUPPORT QUEEN X Prior to Hearing At Hearing 22 SPO IN SUPPORT BOSCHEE X 23 SPO IN SUPPORT HOGAN X 24 SPO IN SUPPORT CRIST X 25 SPO IN SUPPORT MCNAMARA X 26 SPO IN SUPPORT GROTEGUT X 27 SPO IN SUPPORT RODNEY X 28 SPO AGAINST MCCOY X 29 SPO IN SUPPORT KOCH X 30 SPO IN SUPPORT BARNHOLT X 31 SPO IN SUPPORT DICKINSON X 32 SPO IN SUPPORT BAZO X 33 SPO AGAINST X TOWERY 34 SPO IN SUPPORTJIMENEZ X 35 SPO IN SUPPORT MCFARLAND X 36 SPO IN SUPPORT BARNKOW X 37 SPO IN SUPPORT WITTMUS X 38 SPO IN SUPPORT IVERSON X 39 SPO IN SUPPORT KRAUS X 40 SPO IN SUPPORT ASH X 41 SPO IN SUPPORT SIEGFRIED X 42 SPO AGAINST CITES X 43 SPO IN SUPPORT FOX X 44 SPO IN SUPPORT SCHWARZ X Prior to Hearing At Hearing 45 SPO AGAINST BOARDMAN X 46 SPO IN SUPPORT DYSINGER X 47 SPO IN SUPPORT CLEAYS X 48 SPO IN SUPPORT DUNI X 49 SPO IN SUPPORT BUSCHING X 50 SPO IN SUPPORT RIANO X 51 SPO IN SUPPORT HOLBEL X 52 SPO IN SUPPORT BERMINGHAM X 53 SPO IN SUPPORT PIERCE X 54 SPO IN SUPPORT VANNORDSEL X 55 SPO AGAINST HEMPHILL X 56 SPO IN SUPPORT LAW X 57 SPO IN SUPPORT BRINZA X 58 SPO AGAINST NAPIER X 59 SPO AGAINST MAGURN X 60 SPO AGAINST PREVIOUS PROERTY OWNER CIRIACO X - 61 SPO IN SUPPORT BRIMER X 62 SPO AGAINST KATCHKA & YOSHIHARA X EXHIBIT Weld County Department of Planning Services 1402 N 17th Ave PO Box 758 Emafled to mnader@wel ov Greeley CO 80632 May 31, 2023 Re: Case #USR23-0012 Proposed Commercial Recreation Facility and Event Center in Agricultural Zone District Planner: Maxwell Nader PC Hearing Date: June 6, 2023 at 1:30 pm Dear Weld County Planning Commission: We are the owners of property adjacent to 4121 Weld County Road 3, Erie which is the subject property of the above -referenced special use review, set for hearing on June 6, 2023. We write to lodge our strong opposition to the proposed special uses. We believe the special use application should be denied first and foremost because the application does not adequately address all aspects of the proposed special uses. Specifically, the application is for a proposed commercial recreation facility and event center yet information about the operation of the proposed activities focuses almost exclusively on the recreational use (railbikes) with almost no information provided about the proposed event center, its design or operation. The application is also deficient in that applicants clearly contemplate some activities which are not adequately described, making it impossible to assess the impact of the activity on adjacent properties and the neighborhood. Even if the application was not deficient, the requested special uses (railbikes and event center) should be denied as incompatible with the neighborhood and intent of the agriculture zoning. Moreover, applicants' proposed mitigations measures do not adequately address the impact of the proposed activities on the neighborhood, adjacent properties, and traffic. We strongly believe the proposed special uses are not compatible with the neighborhood, but if the Commission is inclined to recommend approving one or both of the proposed special uses, significant additional mitigation measures must be required of applicants. The special use ap lication fails to address all proposed special uses adenuatel On their application, applicants describe the special use being applied for as "Commercial outdoor recreation (railbike excursions)." However, elsewhere in their application applicants clearly contemplate hosting events on the property such as corporate events, weddings, and birthday parties.' We believe applicants originally planned to operate just a rail tours business out of a location on County Line Road in Erie but expanded the scope of their proposed business to include an event center when they were able to purchase the property located at 4121 Weld County Road 3 in late October 2022.2 As discussed herein, plans for the newly conceived event center are nebulous at best. 1 Cf. USR Planning Narrative Item 1: "Supplemental events like birthday parties, corporate events and the possibility of private events like weddings would be in scope for the property and buildings in non-scheduled hours activity."; also Item 11: "We are also planning to build an event facility/barn with permanent restrooms after the initial operating season. The event facility would be used for birthday parties, corporate events, and similar group gatherings associated with or outside of railbike operations." 2 See PRE21-0135 and CRBA Business Plan Overview, Record ID PRE21-0135, updated 4/21/2021. Case # USR23-0012 Objection to Special Uses Permit Page 2 of 5 Applicants fail to adequately describe the proposed design or use of the event center. Specifically, with respect to design of the event center, applicants have not yet determined: whether the proposed event center will be a pavilion, barn, or tent;3 - whether the future event facility will obtain water from Left Hand Water District (or even ;f the District has water available for this use) or if they will have water trt irked in•4 and 11 LIIC IJ13L111.L 1IGJ V'�ralrl.I available u1 I JI this u.7�, vl II they I IIL.v.. v ..0 �■ ...v.... ..., .... whether sewage will be disposed of via a septic system (for which no engineering study appears to have been completed) or through removal by a sewage service.' Despite these unknowns, dpplicdrlts seem to be relying on the to -be -designed event center to satisfy some environmental health requirements related to the railbike activity. It appears that applicants originally planned to provide water bottles and portable toilets to satisfy the need for water and sewage management. However, once Environmental Health staff advised applicants that their proposed water and sewage plans did not meet health requirements, applicants revised their application to indicate that satisfactory water and sewage facilities would be provided when the proposed event center is completed. Applicants cannot bootstrap themselves into compliance by promising to meet requirements with the construction of a future facility when the design of that facility has not yet been determined, let alone evaluated for feasibility or compliance itself.' Applicants' description of the use of the event center is similarly deficient. The full extent of the use information provided by applicants is that the event center may be used for birthday parties, corporate events, weddings, "and similar group gatherings associated with or outside of railbike operations"' for up to 150 people.' Applicants do not indicate whether they intend to engage in / allow numerous activities common to event venues, such as: - Do applicants intend to apply for an alcohol license; Will smoking, including marijuana use, be allowed on the property; Will DJs, live bands, recorded music, and other amplified sound be utilized during events Will applicants provide tables, chairs, and other rentals for events or will a rental service be utilized. If applicants intend to provide tables, chairs, etc., where will they be stored? If applicants intend to utilize a rental service, where will the rentals be unloaded? How will rental delivery and pick up coordinate with the flow of people and traffic related to the railbike activity? How and when will vendors have access for set up and tear down? Similarly, will applicants provide food (i.e., have a kitchen, prepare, and serve food) or if planning to use caterers, will applicants provide a kitchen and if not, where will caterers set up; 3 Cf. USR Environmental Health Questionnaire Item #1 "After the first season we will determine whether the event structure will be a tent ... or a pavilion/barn..." 4 USR Env. Health Questionnaire Item 1: "After the first season we will determine whether the event structure will be a tent with separate permanent restroom facilities or a pavilion/barn with permanent restrooms and water. At that point potable water could be served by Left Hand or by contract delivery." However, note that Mountain View Fire Rescue's water requirements suggest that "trucked in" water will not be sufficient. See MVFD Referral Comments. USR Env. Health Questionnaire Item 2: "At the end of the first season we will determine whether the restroom facilities will be built into an event barn or developed as stand-alone permanent facilities. Sewage disposal could be provided by contract pumping or septic field." 6 See Memorandum dated March 22, 2023 from Lauren Light, Environmental Health Services to Max Nader, Planner. See also, PRE21-O135, RE Public Health Comments on the Railbike proposal.msg. USR Planning Narrative Item 11. USR Planning Narrative Item 8. Case # USR23-0012 Objection to Special Uses Permit Page 3 of5 - What decor and accessories will guests be permitted? (Think "reveal parties," parties with sparklers, weddings with artificial flower petals tossed at the departing couple, etc.) What other parts of the property will special events utilize? (With weddings, couples often choose to have an outdoor ceremony in one location on a property followed by an indoor reception.) What are the days and hours of the event center?' Applicants contemplate a 15-17 hour day for the railbike activity10 but do not specify hours for the event center. Will event center activities overlap with railbike activity? Applicants request for a special use permit for an event center simply cannot be approved until applicants address these basic issues related to the design and use of the event center. Applicants' railbike application is similarly deficient in detail in several respects. In particular, applicants indicate they intend to install a 14 ft x 24 ft "Depot and "accessory storage buildings to shelter equipment."1z Applicants to not indicate in their application or on their site map12 where these storage units will be located. Nor do they provide information as to how many storage units they plan, their size, or construction. In the information submitted by applicants in support of the first iteration of this proposed project (record PRE 21-0135), applicants planned to use shipping containers as storage units. The location, number, and type of such shipping units is necessary to determine their impact on the neighborhood and adjacent properties, and thus, what mitigation measures should be required. Similarly, applicants indicate they plan an "outdoor activity area" with lighting but give no information about the proposed location of the activity area, the activities planned for the area, or the type of lighting planned. As with the storage units, applicants must provide more information about this proposed activity and its location in order to determine what mitigation measures are necessary. The proposed special use is incompatible with the neighborhood and will negatively impact_surroundEr g properties. Very simply, applicants' proposed special uses will have a significant negative impact on the adjacent properties and the peaceful quiet enjoyment of the neighborhood. Applicants propose a commercial activity with a billboard sized sign,13 significant additional traffic, large numbers of people, and the potential for quiet disrupting activities (parties, weddings, and the undefined "outdoor activities") that may extend for up to 14 hours a day!14 All of this in what is left of a small agricultural zone that is sandwiched between two large residential subdivisions (Morgan Hill and Collier Hill). 9 See USR Planning Narrative Item 6 wherein applicants describe the days and hours of operation of the railbike tours but do not mention days or hours operation for events. 1° USR Planning Narrative Item 6 wherein applicants indicate railbike tours may start at sunrise and may end "after dark." Note: we had nearly completed this letter when staff issued their Final Staff Comments wherein staff recommended hours of 10 a.m. to 9 or 10 p.m. for the railbike activity and 10 a.m. to midnight for special events. 11 USR Planning Narrative Item 11. 12 Applicants' record contains two site maps: Map of 4121 CR3 and USR Draft Map. The proposed structures and/or location of proposed structures are not the same on the two maps. We assume the USR Draft Map, which is the most recent, shows intended structures. 13 Applicants proposed 8 ft x 4 ft sign, although within code, is far larger than any other signs anywhere in the area. Cf. the Rocky Hill kennel sign further north on CR 3 or the Plane View Farm sign on CR 5. 14 See Final Staff Comments, Site Specific Development Plans Use by Special Review Permit Development Standards Item 3 wherein in provides railbike activities can occur between the hours of 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. and special events can occur anytime from 10 a.m. to midnight. Case # USR23-0012 Objection to Special Uses Permit Page 4 of 5 In their Traffic Narrative, applicants predict up to 170 round trips per day. County Road 3 carries a lot of traffic already due to the Morgan Hill and Colliers Hill subdivisions, and the fact that it connects Hwy 52 to Erie Pkwy while avoiding old downtown Erie. It is also heavily used by bicyclists, runners, and walkers onall „ .,a the weqeV b ,specially weekrend Moreover, Co Inty Road tees intro Hwy �,i to the I ll ays .11 LIIC �LL.1\, A,UL ,sp. dally weekends. ��ds. w..,unt Rn ail J � n ..rte �n north which means patrons coming from the north, northwest, or northeast, will add more traffic to an already overloaded Hwy 52 and will be turning left into or out of Road 3 at an intersection with only a stop sign on Road 3 - - traffic on Hwy 52 does not stop and there is no left turn lane. This is already a dangerous and corigesled irrlersection with frequent accidents. Additionally, many of the patrons coming from the south can be expected to come right thought the Colliers Hill subdivision, driving right past the community park which is frequently busy with children's activities on weekends. In addition to the extra traffic, applicants propose to stop traffic on County Road 3 (and Briggs Road in Erie) each time a railbike tour crosses the road, which presumably will be twice per tour because each tour is an out and back excursion.' Applicants do not provide information as to how long traffic will be stopped while one of the tour guides dismounts the railbike, flags traffic, patrons pedal the railbikes across the road and the tour guide restarts traffic. In addition to the significant additional vehicular traffic, applicants proposed special uses will result in the presence of as many as 300 or more people on the property at any one time. Applicants estimate there will be up to 72 people per railbike tour and that as one tour ends and another begins there may be as many as 144 people present. The proposed event facility is planned for up to 150 people so conceivably, with overlapping activities, vendor deliveries, etc., there may be as many as an additional 300 people present creating noise (possibly exceeding the maximum allowed residential noise level even though unamplified! !) and disruption in the neighborhood. And finally, what is the projected growth for these businesses? Can we expect a crush of traffic on holidays as applicants market "pumpkin activities," "Santa visits," "holiday railbike rides," "New Year's Eve rides and parties," and the like? (Applicants project 170 round trips per day in December!) Applicants claim that their proposed activities will benefit the town of Erie because their patrons will also visit the old downtown. Downtown Erie busy as it is and is notorious for lack of parking. Will applicants' patrons be allowed to leave their cars on applicants' property and walk to Erie, which is dangerous because there are no sidewalks on the easternmost section of Road 1 /2. Might applicants expand to provide a shuttle railbike service into downtown Erie? How about bachelor or bachelorette party trains with alcohol, similar to "pedal pubs?" Where does it stop? We are concerned that if the proposed special uses are allowed there will be no stopping the expansion of the business resulting in destruction of the quiet enjoyment of the neighborhood for those of us who reside here. The neighborhood that will be impacted by the proposed special uses is a very small area of rural residential properties and the surrounding residential subdivisions. Applicants proposed special uses will replace a significant portion of the rural residential area with a large, incongruous commercial property set in close proximity to single family residences. Not only will this "commercialize" the area, it does so with businesses that are highly dependent on vehicular traffic. The proposed special uses are simply incompatible with the quiet of the neighborhood and are much better suited to commercial areas, such as the one in downtown Erie that was originally contemplated by applicants. 15 See CRBA Business Plan Overview, Rail -specific Operations, pp. 6-7. Case# USR23-0012 Objection to Special Uses Permit Page 5 of 5 Mitigation Measures For the reasons detailed above, we urge the Commission to deny applicants' special uses request. However, if the Commission is inclined to recommend approval of applicants' special uses, the Commission must require mitigation measures sufficient to minimize the negative impact of the special uses on the neighborhood and adjacent properties. Applicants have proposed minimal mitigation measures consisting mainly of landscaping along CR 3 to screen the facility from the road and trash cans for debris. We believe the proposed mitigation measures are grossly inadequate and that, at a minimum, mitigation measures should include: - The proposed event center is completely incompatible with the neighborhood, but if the Commission is considering approving an event center, detailed plans for the event center, as discussed above, including permanent adequate water supply and sewage disposal must be provided by applicants prior to any recommendation of approval; - Detailed information about the "flag and stop" crossings proposed for County Road 3 and Briggs Road and the impact of that activity on traffic flow on those roads; - Applicants must conduct a traffic study to determine whether a left turn lane and / or traffic light is needed on Hwy 52; - The business sign should be no more than 4 ft by 6 ft with a maximum overall height of 6 ft; - Installation of evergreen trees around the entire perimeter of applicants' property with a minimum height at installation of 20 feet and not to exceed 35 feet (min / max height must be maintained) to minimize the impact of dust, noise, and light on the neighborhood and the adjacent properties. Installation of trees must be completed prior to issuance of final operating permit. - Limitation of the hours of operation to noon to 10 p.m. for railbike activities and noon to 11 p.m. for special events (with all guests and vendors to be off property no later than 11:30 p.m.); - Limit the number of special events to no more than 2 per month; and - Prohibit amplified sound at all times (i.e., no megaphones, loudspeakers or amplified music).16 (My daughter and I work in the event industry. It is our experience that venues located anywhere near residences always create conflict due to noise, congestion, and late hours of operation. Event venues belong in commercial areas or on properties without neighbors, not residential / rural residential neighborhoods.) We apologize for the length of the letter. However, we feel very strongly that applicants' proposed activities will have a permanent and severely negative impact on the essence of the community in which we live. It will add congestion, accompanying debris, and noise without providing any benefit whatsoever to the neighborhood. Respectfully submitted, Steve Adelman and Carole Pitre 4085 County Road 3 Erie CO 80516 16 We are aware that in the Final Staff Comments letter it is recommended that the facility adhere to the maximum permissible noise levels allowed in residential zones as set forth in 25-12-103 C.R.S. We believe this limitation necessarily precludes use of amplified sound but we'd like that to be abundantly clear to applicants. EXHIBIT Maxwell Nader From: lou cavallo <dr.cavallo@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, June 2, 2023 1:28 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: 4121 County Road 3 Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged 1 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government Do not click links or open attachments, unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good Afternoon I am emailing to voice my concern about the venue suggested at county road 3 and 1 1/2. We live in Morgan Hill. The traffic concerns alone are a reason not to let this happen. However I feel light and noise pollution is also a reason to say no. Thank you Lou Cavallo 1687 Morgan Dr Erie, CO Louis Cavallo, DC Cavallo Chiropractic 1503 Mountain View Avenue Longmont, Colorado 80501 p: (303) 678-8555 www.cavallochiropractic.com Like us on Facebook lhttps;//www.face book. coM CavalloChiro ractic harps:/'www.w ou,aube.com 'watch?y= 6PU 2aTHU f ature= routu.be 1 EXHIBIT 3 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Michele Conrad < micheleconrad0l @grnail.com> Sunday, June 4, 2023 2:27 PM Maxwell Nader Event Venue Application on CR 3 This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To whom it may concern: I have some major concerns about noise and light pollution as a result of the application for the event venue on CR 3. I live in Morgan Hill and am concerned that a venue of that size will increase traffic significantly as well as cause significant noise and light pollution for my neighborhood. I am not in favor of this application being approved and hope the county will gather more input from current residents before approving something like this. Thanks, Michele Conrad 1 EXHIBIT Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Liz Fisher <elisabethsfisher@gmail.com> Saturday, June 3, 2023 6:59 AM Maxwell Nader Erie Railbike Adventures Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Mr. Nader, I'm writing as a resident of Erie to comment on the proposed Erie Railbike Adventures business that is now seeking approval from Weld County. My main concerns are related to traffic management at County Road 1.5 and County Road 3, an intersection that has been impacted by Erie's growing population and also by industrial truck traffic. In my opinion, the corner is hazardous and needs a stoplight now, not later to protect public safety. I ask the County to meaningfully address the concerns of folks living nearby the business, those who stand to be directly affected by increased traffic in their quiet neighborhoods, and by lights and noise disrupting their peaceful, rural lifestyles. Those concerns would be amplified, should the business plan also include a venue for weddings, parties and other private events. Assuming all issues are satisfactorily resolved, I believe the business can be a popular attraction and an asset to the Town of Erie and I'm looking forward to riding the rails. Sincerely, Elisabeth Fisher Erie Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Alex Hield <hield.alex@gmail.com> Sunday, June 4, 2023 2:34 PM Maxwell Nader Concerns around proposed commercial site Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi There, I am reaching out in concern of a potential commercial site at 4121 County Road 3 in Erie. The proposal is for a event space & 50 car parking lot that is fully lit by 12'+ poles, etc. I live in a nearby new community (Morgan Hill) and would be very concerned from a noise, lighting and nuisance perspective. The possibility of bright lights coming from the parking lot late at night or through the night as well as added traffic & noise for events like weddings, etc. would concern me. The post I read listed your email to reach out about concerns of nearby residents. I appreciate your time and consideration. Thanks, Alex 1 Maxwell Nader From: Michael Katyryniuk <mkatyryniuk@live.com> Sent: Friday, June 2, 2023 1:31 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Event Center of County Road 3 and 1 1/2 Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution. ❑❑i❑email originated [tom out❑de o❑❑ eld County ❑overnment. Do not clic❑ lin❑❑or open attac❑went❑unlemyou recogniL tEe finder and ❑now t❑e content i ❑ 03 lia. To Whom it May Concern, I adamantly oppose the Commerical Event Business at the intersection of County Road 3 and 1 1/2. We live in the adjacent subdivision and the additional noise and traffic will have a great impact on our daily lives as well have a negative impact to property values. Both roads 3 and 11/2 were not designed for the added traffic and greatly increases the risk for accidents. The additional lighting will change the landscape and hinder what remaining wildlife that uses this area. The Weld County Planning Commission needs to reject this proposal. Regards, Mike Katyryniuk 1372 Northview Dr Erie, Co 80516 i EXHIBIT ID a 7 Maxwell Nader From: Brett Owsi k < brett.owsi k@AltecAl R.com > Sent: Friday, June 2, 2023 2:23 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Feedback for proposed business at corner of CR 1 112 and CR3 Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Mr. Nader, Since it was asked I will voice my opinion on the proposed rail car attraction. I'm new to Colorado but here is my take on the situation after reviewing some of the documents. I live on the backside of Colliers Hill off of Bear Peak Rd, the reason I chose Erie over some other more tax friendly towns was because of the openness and country feel. I'm originally from NJ and left for a job relocation out here, part of the reason Erie was attractive was it was everything NJ wasn't. There is no traffic, there is sprawling land and old mines, cattle and dairy cows, fresh air and no noise. While I'm a firm believer in being able to do what you wish with your own property, I think it has to be within reason and fair to your neighbors. We aren't talking about a property owner shooting his firearms against a backstop out in the back of his property or even someone riding offroad vehicles on their land. We are at the point of trying to commercialize places in between residential areas. It would be totally fine if the proposed business was encompassed completely within the owners property but its not. It is designed to travel through multiple parcels past homes and into old town Erie. The additional traffic to these small local roads is already building up and will continue to do so when more of the master builders complete their already approved projects. In my opinion we don't need to add to this already growing problem, secondly what about the noise and light that will be generated by all of this. I really feel bad for those n eighbors directly near this attraction and by the parking lot. No one wants to hear or see the customers coming, going, o r partaking in the attractions on a daily basis. I think if this project is going to be considered there needs to be more restraints on its operation, some suggestions are operation hours not after dusk, no alcohol beverages, the entrance and parking areas should be shielded from view with natural vegetation so this doesn't look like a bus stop parking lot was just erected. Something sort of acoustic barriers should be added to also ensure noise levels aren't affecting the n eighborhood. The point being other like businesses that operate similarly in Erie out in the country side have the business area deep within their property (Little Buckaroos), not on the outskirts of the property as being suggested. Without any of the mentioned concessions I mentioned I would be against this project moving forward for sake of the residential community. I didn't purchase a $800K home to have side show attractions in our backyard. Thanks, Brett M. Owsik Sr. Service Supervisor Altec AIR 226A Commerce St. Broomfield, CO 80020 Tel: 303-656-3350 Brett.Owsik AltecAfR.corn For updates: 1 Facebook.com/AltecAIR : Like us on Facebook @A1tecAIR : Follow us on Twitter 2 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Kelley Rawlsky <AriannaRawlsky@hotmail.com> Friday, June 2, 2023 3:33 PM Maxwell Nader Colorado Railbikes license application Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi Mr. Nader, We live in Northridge neighborhood in Erie, Colorado. One of our neighbors sent out an email about a proposed business within a few hundred yards of our neighborhood. We are very concerned about noise, as well as light pollution, traffic and a host of other things. I do not know much about the licensing application process. I do know that our neighborhood and this part of town is currently very quiet. I am all for people making their own way in the world and starting up new businesses. However, when it impacts the quality of life of those around us, I think we need to pause and reflect: Is the desire of one person greater than the hundreds of neighbors nearby? My questions are: 1. How much noise will there be? Will it go on during certain days/times? Will we be subjected to loud booming music or other noise at night while we're trying to sleep? Is it basically a large acreage free- for-all 24/7? 2. Will they be serving alcohol? What about marijuana use? Will they host large concerts or festivals? 3. What about the additional traffic on our two-lane country roads? Will there be traffic lights also installed? What about widening the roads? 4. My understanding is there will be bright lights on every single night. Is that correct? Because this will impact the neighbors and wildlife. 5. How will this impact the property value of the hundreds of homes who are located adjacent to this area? 6. Will the planning commission make a site visit before approving the license? At this time, my husband and I do not believe this business is a good fit for this location. Thank you for your time. Arianna Rawlsky 1 Ma` y all beings be free from suffering. 2 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Ruth Stude <ruthie05co@gmail.com> i e05co@g ma i l.com > Sunday, June 4, 2023 3:33 PM Maxwell Nader Special use application; Colorado Railbike Adventures, LLC; 4121 County Rd. 3 EXHIBIT Caution° This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. RE: Special use application; Colorado Railbike Adventures, LLC; 4121 County Rd. 3 Please take into consideration that Special Use application for an event site is NOT in a remote part of Weld County. It is about '/z mile from the neighborhoods of Northridge, Morgan Hill, and Air Park. It is about a mile from Colliers Hill neighborhood and old town Erie. This project will effect hundreds of neighbors. In the Northridge neighborhood, we can clearly hear the bands playing in downtown Erie, a mile away. The neighbors within a mile of this site will too. So this site for events with loud music, bright lights, large noisy crowds of 150 people at events, elevated traffic on two lane roads (County Rd. 1 1/2 and County Rd. 3), and possible heavy consumption of alcohol and marijuana elevating crime in the area is NOT what we want next door. The 12' high light poles will have an effect on many houses on the east side of Northridge neighborhood and "the nearest neighbors are the parcels to the north across CR 1-1/2. From the parking lot these homes are 600', 900', and 1000' away. From the Depot and trackside lighting these homes are 450', 580', and 800' away." People don't want bright lights shining in their windows all night long. We bought these homes in a quiet area. Don't ruin our quiet neighborhoods and our property values by allowing this Special Use project. John and Ruth Stude 218 Gallagher Ct., Erie, CO 80516 303-828-0623 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Dotty Thompson < Dotterry_2 @ msn.com > Sunday, June 4, 2023 1:51 PM Maxwell Nader Commercial license for recreation and event business 4121 County rd 3 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To whom it may concern, We live close to the area that is requesting a commercial license on the corner of 1 1/2 and county rd 3 in Erie. The planning commission is having a hearing Tuesday, June 6 at 1:30 and I would like to oppose having it pass due to it being close to our residence. It will create lots of extra commercial traffic and noise in this area. The solar lights and depot lighting would be annoying for our neighborhood all night long. Our whole subdivision would be highly affected by their business. Please consider Northridge sub development in your decision. Thank you Terry and Dotty Thompson 1052 Northridge ct Erie Co 80516 1, Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Andrea Vella <vellaa2526@yahoo.com> Friday, June 2, 2023 3:18 PM Maxwell Nader Commercial Recreation and Event Business Application Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. 1 was just informed by another neighbor that the new owners of the property located at 4121 County Rd 3 in Erie Co has submitted an application for a Commercial Recreation and Event Business. The application states the owners would like to operate a railway pedal car business from this property. They're also requesting approval to host other events such as weddings, private parties and/or corporate events with the maximum capacity of 150 people. I take issue with the fact the applicant was less than forthcoming when completing the application. The application states there are only a couple of residential houses surrounding the property. What the applicant failed to mention is there are several very large neighborhoods who would be greatly impacted should this application be approved. There is Colliers Hill with 2800 residential homes within a stone's throw from this property, Northridge with 287 residential homes located 1/4 mile away and Morgan Hill with 490 residential homes located 1/2 mile away. I live in the Northridge neighborhood. When there are home games being held at Erie high school during football season we can hear the announcers loud and clear at our house. The high school is located 2.6 miles away. With this said property only being 1/4 mile away we will definitely be impacted by the noise these large events would create. Though I respect people's rights to earn a living I do not agree when it comes at the expense of MANY others. Erie is a quiet town. The noise from these events would greatly impact our quiet lifestyle. The railway car rides are one thing, hosting other events especially on a narrow county road is another. Therefore, I sincerely request this application not be approved as it currently stands. Sincerely, Andrea Vella 1179 Northview Dr 760-505-5191 1 Maxwell Nader From: Renee B <renee.j.bennett@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, June 2, 2023 1:34 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Support for Colorado Railbike Adventures in Erie Follow Up Flag: Follow u p Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content b safe. I just wanted to support this Application coming before you next week in Erie for the Railbikes. What an awesome, family friendly, historical, outdoor experience!!! We're so excited about this and it'll be a great addition to Weld and Erie. I can't wait for them to open and add a unique experience to our county and town. A thousand thumbs up from me. Renee Bennett Erie CO resident since 2003 1 Maxwell Nader From: Lori Cito <tcito555@gmail.com> Sent: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 8:48 AM To: Lori Saine Cc: Mike Freeman; Scott James; Kevin Ross; Perry Buck; Karla Ford; Maxwell Nader Subject: PC Hearing for today, 6/6/23 Attachments: Case USR23-0012 - Cito Objections - Final.pdf; Exhibit A.png; Exhibit B.png; Exhibit C.png Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Lori Saine, My husband and I regret that we will be unable to attend today's planning meeting in person in which Case #USR23- 0012 is scheduled to be discussed. We will attend the live -stream feed, however, I have been informed that it is not possible to make comments when attending virtually. Therefore, I wanted to give a brief commentary. Furthermore, I have attached a letter of our concerns with the Use by Special Review. In addition to the items in the attached document, my husband and I are deeply concerned by a situation involving our former neighbor, Eleanor Ciriaco, and her family. They were informed that they could only divide their land into two parcels instead of the desired three, which would have allowed them to keep the land within the family and construct homes. Consequently, Ms. Ciriaco made the difficult decision to sell her house and land, which were subsequently acquired by the Rummers. It is important to highlight that the proposed division by the Ciriaco family would not have significantly altered the aesthetics or character of our area. It is disheartening to witness the County's influence on the decision -making process for a landowner who was part of our community for 25 years, particularly as they now proceed with a Use by Special Review that introduces commercial activities into an agricultural zone. Please do not misconstrue our absence as a lack of concern over this matter. We trust that you will consider our concerns when reviewing the Use by Special Review request. Sincerely, Todd and Lori Cito 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: tmfselena@aol.com Monday, June 5, 2023 12:31 PM Maxwell Nader support for Colorado Railbike Adventures EXHIBIT 0403 14 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Weld County commissioners -- I'm writing to ask for your support for Colorado Railbike Adventures. I recently moved here from Rhode Island, where there's a similar railbike operation, and I enjoyed that one very much several times, pedaling across beautiful landscapes with friends and family. I suspect that this will be similarly fun and popular, and should draw people (and their pocketbooks) to Weld, to enjoy the attraction/activity. Thanks for your consideration, Selena Maranjian 1 Maxwell Nader From: Kate Palone <katelynpalone@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:30 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Colorado Railbike Adventures - Support EXHIBIT -.:1! 15 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, My family and I live in Longmont and we've been waiting for the Colorado Railbike Adventure for months. We fully support this as the other railbikes in Colorado are several hours away. We think it would be great for the community. Thank you, Katelyn Palone 1 Maxwell Nader From: Matthew P Puccio <matthew.p.puccio@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:30 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: I support Colorado Railbike Adventures Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I am an Erie resident, and while I do not personally know Jeff and Rachel Rummer, who are working to bring Colorado Railbike Adventures to the area, I am an enthusiastic supporter of what they are doing. I believe their activities will support education and preservation of Weld County and Erie's historic rail lines, enabling residents of Erie and the surrounding area to become more familiar with the important mining and agricultural past of the area, and the history of the railroad in the area. Additionally, they will provide an outdoor, family -friendly business to the area. I hope you approve their application to the planning commission for their activities. Thanks, Matt Puccio Erie, CO 1 Maxwell Nader From: Lynn Kennedy <Iizziemkennedy@icloud.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:28 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Rail Bike Support b .0 3 EXHIBIT 17 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. This has great potential as a fun adventure for our town of Erie! I look forward to it becoming a reality! Thank you, Lynn Kennedy 1 Maxwell Nader From: STACIA DELANEY <staciabd@msn.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:28 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Erie rail biking EXHIBIT � 18 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I'm sending this email in support of rail biking in Erie. It will be a unique and fun activity bringing more people and revenue to the city and country. Stacia Delaney 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Stefan Elsener <stefanelsener@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 12:35 PM Maxwell Nader Support for Colorado Rail Bike Adventures Erie EXHIBIT 1 9 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good Afternoon, I am writing in support of the proposed Colorado Rail Bike Adventures operation in Erie, CO. This would be an amazing amenity to promote a family -friendly, fun, outdoor activity making use of existing infrastructure and encouraging the exploration of a historic area of our state, with the spirit of active outdoor activities Colorado is known for. Please support the approval of Colorado Rail Bike Adventures. N Stefan Elsener Erie, CO 1 Maxwell Nader From: Loren <ljvogy@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:34 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Colorado rail bike adventures EXHIBIT D 20 ,9 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. We support Colorado real bike adventures and hope that you will do the same. Thank you Loren Vogenthaler 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: John Queen <jtqueen@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 12:38 PM Maxwell Nader Rail bike tourist attraction EXHIBIT 21 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Let's build it! 1 Maxwell Nader From: Toni <tonijobo@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:38 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Rail bike support Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi there! I'm a wife and mom of four in Littleton who has been enthusiastically awaiting the opening of this new rail bike venture in Erie! I'm so excited to hear that progress is being made toward its opening, so I just want to lend my voice in support of this. think it just seems so incredibly fun and unusual! There's another outfit in Park County somewhere that's doing this, and honestly, every abandoned American rail track should have one of these — what a peaceful and healthful way to explore our beautiful country! I applaud the innovative idea and the efforts of all involved in making this possible, and I await the day when I can book our own excursion! Warmest regards, Toni Boschee Littleton, CO 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sarah Hogan <shoganyoga@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:40 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Rail bikes In etNi 15 2 EXHIBIT 23 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. We're so excited for the rail bikes coming to Colorado! The Hogan family I=M li (719)360-9854 E-RYT 500 Trauma Informed Educator Curious about ShoganYoga? 1 Maxwell Nader From: Charlotte Crist <charlottecristl @gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:49 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject Rail bike!! EXHIBIT ili 24 a Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I understand that the railbike adventure is a possibility for Erie! We enjoyed a similar rail -bike in New England and it was a perfect activity for our family and guests. We are looking forward to this for Erie and hope to have access to this fun activity here. Thank you, Charlotte Crist 468 Painted Horse Way Erie CO 80516 1 Maxwell Nader From: John Mc Namara <johnnymack32@msn.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 12:54 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Colorado Railbike Adventures Support N co lo .D a EXHIBIT 25 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To whom it may concern, I hope this note finds you doing well. I'm sending this in support of Colorado Railbike Adventures. My family in the area looks forward to having this wonderful business. It will provide many people a unique and fun activity while also helping to provide a positive boost for the local economy too, from the patrons & tourist visiting and spending money at local businesses. Thank you for your time and have a great day. Best regards, John McNamara 1 Maxwell Nader From: Stefan Grotegut <stefan.grotegut@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 1:05 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Supporting the Railbike Adventures in Erie, CO Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged EXHIBIT 26 D Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Mr. Nader, I am expressing my strong support for the Colorado Railbike Adventures in Erie, CO. I think this is an excellent use of the old tracks that would otherwise be left unused and forgotten about. Since I first heard about it, I cannot wait to take my family on this Railbike trip and I was also thinking about getting my team together for a great outing. I think this poses a great team building opportunity for companies in Erie and beyond. Also, I think this can be combined with some history lessons about how Erie and the neighboring towns started to grow. I hope you have no doubt that this is a great, family -friendly attraction to Erie! Kind regards, Stefan 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Marcia Rodney <mrodney@rslresearch.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 1:36 PM Maxwell Nader Railbike Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Mr. Nader, My husband and I stumbled across the Colorado Railbike while riding our bikes from Louisville to the Briggs St. restaurants. They gave us a lot of history, it was great! Since then every time we bring people to Erie we look for the railbike but still nothing. I've paid a decent chunk of change as a tourist to ride railbikes with friends along (and across) the Hudson River. Now, I ride the Coal Creek -Rock Creek loop all the time and have for years, bringing friends and visitors to Weld County. It would be wonderful to extend the visit, highlighting our history. Marcy Rodney 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: BENNY R McCoy <mccoy0711@msn.com> @ msn.com > Monday, June 5, 2023 1:44 PM Maxwell Nader BENNY R McCoy Commercial Recreation and Event Business in Erie Follow up Flagged This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless yop recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I have huge concerns about this proposed business. The proposed business is planned right in the middle of at least four residential areas. The owner doesn't seem to think he will Impact any of these areas. The roads in the area are already extremely busy. The added traffic alone would be a detriment to all of these communities. I see no mention as to how the elements of private parties would be addressed; Loud music from DJs and bands Alcohol and marijuana use Water supply Waste management I see nothing relating to a business plan. I t would be helpful if there was a plan that showed some experience in business. How to effectively manage growth. How to deal with property values of surrounding areas. Thank you for considering the concerns of all the people that will be effected by this change to the community. Benny McCoy 1000 Northridge Ct. Erie , CO 80516. 1 Maxwell Nader From: Jake Koch <jake.koch38@gmail.com> Sent Monday, June 5, 2023 1:44 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Rail bike support Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution. This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I'm writing in support of the rail bike. I think it's a great idea for these tracks. They would keep more money in Erie and Weld county while proving an interesting tourist attraction. I'm already lining friends and family up to come experience this unique activity. Please allow and issue this permit. Cheers, Jake K. Erie resident Jake Koch 714.306.1376 1 Maxwell Nader From: Kelsey Barnholt <kelsey.barnholt@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 1:45 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Colorado Railbike Adventures Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi there! We live nearby the Colorado Railbike Adventure & have been so curious to try it! We think this will be a fun activity for families in and around the area to enjoy! Thanks, Ke Isey 480 Gold Hill Dr, Erie Kelsey Barnholt, MA Owner/Coach, Project SURGE Executive Consultant, Rodan + Fields 630-589-4301 KBa rn h o lt. myra n df. co m Sent from my iPhone z Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Leslie Dickinson <leslie@articongallery.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 1:46 PM Maxwell Nader Support of Colorado Railbike Adventures Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Mr. Nader and others, I would like to express my support of Colorado Railbike Adventures and my excitement for their proposed business in Weld County. My family has known the Rummers for many years - Jeff coaches my son's soccer team through the Town of Erie, our sons both go to the local school of Soaring Heights PK-8, and the Rummers own a house in the same Colliers Hill neighborhood that we live in. They are people who love Erie, have made a life here, and are exactly the type of true local, family -owned business we need right here in Erie. Erie is a growing community - not the gravel road, one 4 -way stop town of the past - and these are the kind of businesses and people that attracted us to this community now and will continue to attract future residents. Thank you so much for your time, The Dickinson Family 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Sandy Bazo <sandy.bazo@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 1:46 PM Maxwell Nader Railbike! Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I am so excited about the railbike tours idea. Please support this new adventure. Thanking you in advance, Sandy Bazo 1 Maxwell Nader From: Bob T < retowery@comcast.net> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 2:11 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Colorado Railbike Adventures USR Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged EXHIBIT 1 ES Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Mr. Nader, I am writing to you in opposition of the proposed USR submitted by Mr. Rummer on behalf of Colorado Railbike Adventures. My concerns are as follows: 1. Traffic conflicts presented by the uniqueness of the railbike. As you are probably aware, a railbike has been placed on the tracks just west of CR 3 and north of CR 10.5. Twice during the last month, I have personally witnessed two near misses as individuals traversing CR 10.5 have been distracted by the presence of the railbike. One case resulted in a near miss head on collision and the second the vehicle actually left the paved portion of the roadway. I am certain there have been similar occurrences while I have not been present. Fortunately, no pedestrians were present at the time and yes, this is a popular walking and jogging route for many of the local residents. While driver inattention is always a concern, the uniqueness of the railbike in such close proximity to the road was certainly a contributor as well. Because of the novelty of the railbike, it will likely continue to be a distraction to drivers as time passes. 2. Wildland fire abatement. Twice since I moved into the area, I have witnessed two grass fires along the railroad tracks. While I do not know the cause of the fires, I can say in each case firefighters had difficulty accessing the area along the tracks to fight the fires. The most recent fire, the property owner on the north side of CR 10.5 had to fight the fire himself as the fire department was not able to easily access the grassy areas north of the railroad tracks. Someone riding the railbike could potentially start a grass fire by simply dropping a cigarette ash or even by a spark from the braking system. 3. On the west side of CR 3, vegetation on the property and that proposed on the USR creates a visual obstruction to traffic traversing CR 3. This will result in traffic being obscured while exiting the property on 4121 CR3. Essentially, this creates a second traffic safety issue. As you are probably aware, traffic northbound on CR 3 cannot see the intersection of CR 3 and CR 10.5 until you are nearly upon the intersection. The railroad track crossing sign is your best indication you are approaching the intersection and certainly not the road sign, itself. 4. The lighting, despite the mitigation efforts proposed in the USR, will in fact be visible from many of the properties on the north side of CR 10.5. This is inconsistent with the reason myself and many of neighbors purchased property within the neighborhood; to escape the light pollution of metropolitan and business areas 5. The use of "porta poddies" is not appropriate given the near vicinity of residential housing, even for the short term. Even if regularly maintained, "porta poddies" typically begin producing noxious orders due to the heat generated by sunlight and summer temperatures. Clearly, this is not appropriate given the proximity to developed residential areas. 6. Noise generated by the proposed business events is a significant concern because of how well noise travels given the topology of the immediate area around the proposed business sight. From my residence I can routinely hear conversations from the neighbors and sounds of livestock on the northside of CR10.5, as 1 examples. The summer concerts in old town Erie, are also easily heard as well. Additionally, I would like to reinforce that many individuals in this neighborhood purchased their properties to escape the noise pollution of the metropolitan and business areas. 7. Lastly, the zoning of agricultural given the near proximity of the medium density residential housed is inconsistent with nature of the proposed business. Should you have any questions or need any further information, please feel free to contact me at any time. Best Regards, Bob Robert E. Towery 1075 Northview Dr. Erie, CO 80516 720.253.8035 2 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Liz Jimenez <lizjim@aol.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 2:10 PM Maxwell Nader Colorado Railbike Adventures Follow up Flagged This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi - I'm writing in support of Colorado Railbike Adventures. I understand that tomorrow the county commission will vote on this new business. I am supportive and enthusiastic for this family -friendly, fun outdoor activity. This will bring much needed town and county revenue. Thanks, Ana Jimenez 562 Gallegos Cir Erie Co 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Nancy.) McFarland <nancy-mcfarland@comcast.net> Monday, June 5, 2023 2:25 PM Maxwell Nader Colorado Railbikes Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello. I would like to express how much myself and my family are looking forward to this wonderful project. What a great way to see areas we might not normally see. And, the beauty of our beautiful state throughout the trip. I highly support this venture and hope they succeed. Nancy J. McFarland Erie, CO 1 EXHIBIT 3G Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: dbarnkow@yahoo.com Monday, June 5, 2023 2:35 PM Maxwell Nader Colorado Railbike Adventures Follow up Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To Whom It May Concern. I write today to express my support of the intermediate term use of the RID rails through Erie, Colorado. I hope you will grant Colorado Railbike Adventures permission to operate on this historic railroad right of way. Cordially, David Barnkow kow 199 Summit Way Erie, Co 80516 303-358-8050 dbarnkow@yahoo.com Sent from my iPhone 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: J. Wittmus <jwittmus@comcast.net> Monday, June 5, 2023 2:40 PM Maxwell Nader Colorado Railbike Adventures Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To Whom This May Concern, I am writing this email to you in full support of the Colorado Railbike Adventure route planned in Weld County. We have experienced other routes they operate and it's a wonderful way to make use of railroads that are no longer operating, and to see the area through nature, vs just driving through. It's also a very unique experience, and one that I really believe would benefit Weld County PR! I highly encourage you to move forward with this — and I look forward to being one of the first to schedule a ride! Thank you for your consideration, J. Wittmus, MS MS CFLC CBC 720.212.3756 Virus -free www.avast.com 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject Kurt Iverson <kiverson23@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 2:55 PM Maxwell Nader Support for Colorado Railbike Adventure Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I'd like to express my support for this initiative. We've waited several years to see this come to fruition and are very excited to have our family and guests to Colorado take this unique ride through scenic Erie!! Kurt and Delynn Iverson Thornton, CO Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: paul kraus <mrpaulkraus@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 3:19 PM Maxwell Nader Rail bikes in Erie Follow up Flagged C.Cinti This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I am writing with my support for the Railbike project in Erie. What a great way to explore our history, our open spaces, and community in a completely unique setting. This is the type of business that promotes health and wellness and not the typical sprawl that suburbs are known for creating an exciting destination for our community. Thanks for your consideration. Paul Kraus 1 Maxwell Nader From: Jeanine Ash <jeanineadelle@gmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 3:26 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: RAILBIKE KE SUPPORT!! Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. We are excited about the possibility of Railbike Adventures coming to Erie. This would set our community apart and would bring so much fun to families, church groups, etc. to the town of Erie. We are hoping it all works out well for them to be approved. If so, I plan to bring a huge group from my church for a fun outing and I will tell all my friends about it. Thank you. Jeanine Ash 722 Drake Avenue, Erie, CO 80516 1 Maxwell Nader From: Caroline Siegfried <carolinesco@hotmail.com> Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 3:49 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Railbike Adventures Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, We are delighted to have Railbike Adventures as another resource for fun in Erie and hope to be able to use them as part of a 40th Anniversary celebration in July. Please allow them to begin operations. Best regards, Caroline Siegfried 485 Holbrook St. Erie Sent from my iPad 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Cathy Sites <cathy.sites@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 3:54 PM Maxwell Nader; RealProperty@rtd-denver.cam; Cathy Sites Case Number: USR23-0012 - DO NOT APPROVE Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged Caution; This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. RE: Applicant: Regional Transportation District and Jeffrey and Rachel Rummer c/o Colorado Railbike Adventures, LLC c/o Robert Rummer. Planner: Maxwell Nader Request: A Site Specific Development Plan and Use by Special Review Permit for a Commercial Recreation Facility and Event Facility outside of subdivisions and historic townsites in the A (Agricultural) Zone District. Dear Mr. Nader, Formally requesting that Weld County does not approve business development at 4121 County Road 3 in Weld County. This parcel of land, a home and gentleman's farm is located with a direct line of sight from my home at 417 Baker Ln, Erie, CO 80516, also located in Weld County. I have lived at this property for over 20 years and the surrounding neighborhoods and other gentleman farms would be negatively impacted by developing this land for commercial recreational use. The new owners of the land located at 4121 County Road 3 have failed to gain the support of their surrounding community as part of their business plan, nor have they recognized the impact of operating a busy recreation site will have on their neighbors and wildlife. To the best of my knowledge, the new owners of this property have not contacted any of the neighboring houses located in the subdivision located less than 500 yards from their property to inform or consider the impact of their proposed business operations on the livelihood of home and property owners in the area. This area is a busy wildlife corridor. In 2023 alone I have seen eagles, owls, osprey, herons, numerous hawks, bats, foxes, coyotes, bobcat, deer and snakes move through the fields on and adjacent to this property. Paving a parking lot, light pollution of a business, noise pollution of an "recreation and event center," as well as increased road traffic on county roads will cause direct and immediate harm and ultimate removal of wildlife in this part of Weld County. By way of alternative, I recommend that if the owners desire to move forward with their business idea they do so at a location within the Town of Erie - still in Weld County. For example, an office/shoppette property located at numbers 51-80 Erie Parkway which is adjacent to the rail line has ample parking, lighting, and current building vacancy ideal Rail - bike style weddings, events, birthday parties. Utilizing existing yet unoccupied business facilities eliminates the need to pave another parking lot, light another parking lot, and would provide the Rail Bike "guests" with easy access to restaurants or urgent care if needed. Another location within the Town of Erie - still in Weld County would be one of the vacant lots along County Line Road bordering Weld and Boulder counties. These too are adjacent to the rail line, but have the road and lighting infrastructure to support commercial operations unlike the proposed rural residential area at 4121 County Road 3. Thank you for supporting the long-time residents in this area of Weld County in denying the business development at 4121 County Road 3. Catherine Sites 417 Baker Lane 1 Erie 10 8051b 2 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Susie Fox <suziefox22@comcast.net> Monday, June 5, 2023 4:20 PM Maxwell Nader Rail bike event Follow up Flagged Caution This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hi, I support and have tons of enthusiasm for this family -friendly, fun outdoor activity. I support Colorado Railbike Adventure!! Thanks, Susie Fox Susie Fox-- Travel Consultant Outside Agents "Let's Go There" Vacations Suziefox22@conicast.net 303-921-8557 Cell 303-604-2940 Office I Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Bill Schwarz <bill@rslresearch.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 4:37 PM Maxwell Nader Railbike Adventure Club Follow Up Flag: Flag for follow up Flag Status: Flagged This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Count us in in supporting the Railbike Adventure Club, we've experienced it and think it's a great idea! Bill Schwarz & Marcia Rodney 527 W. Ash Court Louisville, CO 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: FRANCES BOARDMAN <krib.kid@sbcglobal.net> Monday, June 5, 2023 5:09 PM Maxwell Nader commercial property in our neighborhood This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I felt I had been given a gift from heaven when 1 moved into my house in Northridge. I live on Baker Lane and have a backyard view of a large, green pasture, and I can see Erie High School beyond. My neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. I have gladly paid property taxes to live in this lovely area, but should this commercial business be allowed to operate so close to us it will be a travesty for me and my neighbors. This business will deal in large crowds and noisy events affecting many families all around them for some distance. I will not be happy with noise filling the night time hours, and I am certain many other neighbors will feel the same. Then there is the possibility that our properties will fall in value because of this business. The one good thing will be the drop in our property taxes, but Weld County will have less to spend on its projects. Please do not give this business the right to exist. Your email address on the 8 5 by 11 inch page, Coming to Northridge is incorrect. 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Kimberly Dysinger <k.dysinger@yahoo.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 5:11 PM Maxwell Nader Support Colorado Railbike! Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Sending this email as my support to Colorado railbike. This would be an absolutely wonderful addition to the area. And get people outside and enjoying the good Colorado life! I saw them online and was very disappointed when I found out that they weren't open yet! I hope them the best of luck and hope they can open soon so I can finally enjoy the railbike! It has been a bucket list item of mine for awhile Thanks Kim. Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Kristy Claeys <kristy@tfwlongmontfitness.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 5:19 PM Maxwell Nader Can't wait for Colorado Railbike Adventures! EXHIBIT Caution. This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. I want to voice my family's support for Colorado Railbike Adventures! We learned about the venture through the Erie community and think it's an amazing way to experience our area of the front range in a new way. My family is looking forward to being outside, spending time together, getting some exercise, and see our area from a totally new perspective. Please approve this very cool activity! Kristy Claeys Head Coach text or call 720-371-0588 Training For Warriors 950 Boston Avenue Longmont, CO 80501 EXHIBIT 1 ST Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Jeffrey Duni <moguljd@hotmail,com> Monday, June 5, 2023 5:31 PM Maxwell Nader RAI Lbi ke Approval This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Me and my family support this project. We look forward to taking our visitors from out of town on this very safe and family -friendly adventure. Jeffrey Duni 1212 Northview Drive Erie, Co 80516 1 EXHIBIT Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Donna Busching <dj28724@aol.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 5:33 PM Maxwell Nader Colorado Rail Bike LI, CautioL This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, We are writing in support of the Colorado Rail Bike business. We live in Collier's Hill and are avid cyclists. Ever since, I read an article about rail bikes, I wanted to ride one. When I saw the rail bike parked on the road to town, I research and contacted the business. We are looking forward to riding the rail bike thru Erie. It will interest cyclists, families, and rail road enthusiasts. It will be good for Erie to have an outdoor adventure business. Donna and Gary Busching 186 Horizon Ave Erie, CO 80516 Cell 630-967-4727 1. Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Sandra Riano <sandrariano95@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 6:17 PM Maxwell Nader Rail Bike This email originated from outside of Weld County Government Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello! I am emailing to express my support for the approval of the rail bike being planned by Colorado Railbike Adventures. I'm from NJ and was really looking forward to including the rail trip on my trip to Denver next month! I am always looking for unique things to do and I did a beautiful rail bike in New York State. It was a fun and easy way to get out into nature and make use of old rail lines! I look forward to (hopefully) enjoying the Colorado scenery next month with Colorado Rail. Thank you for your time. -Sandra Riano Dover, NJ 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Thomas Holbel <tphdvm@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 6:53 PM Maxwell Nader CO Rail Bikes CauticThis email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. We would like to offer our unconditional support for CO Rail Bikes and its adventures going forward. Tom and Stacie Holbel 231.533.6918 1 EXHIBIT � sz Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: rberming3@gmail.com Monday, June 5, 2023 7:23 PM Maxwell Nader Railbikes in Erie Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Commisioner, I am very excited as a cyclist and rail fan to have the opportunity for rail biking in Colorado. Several other states have railbiking and it is a fast growing, fun, family activity. I hope you will add your support to the planned rail bike adventure in Erie Sincerely, Roger P Bermingham MD Sent from my iPhone 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Michael & Tina Pierce cmtpierce@rocketmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 7:26 PM Maxwell Nader Planning Commission Hearing - Support of Railbike in Erie Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Dear Mr. Nader, My wife and I are writing to express our enthusiastic support of upcoming Case #USR23-0012 regarding the proposed Colorado Railbike Adventures in Erie. When we first heard about the "railbike" concept we were excited, and immediately thought it would be a great activity to enjoy with our out-of-town friends. It will be a unique way to enjoy the beauty of Colorado and spend time outdoors with family and friends. Certainly, this has the potential to be a successful tourist activity in Erie. But as we have learned more about Colorado Railbike Adventures' plans, we now realize that it is also an opportunity to showcase the history of Erie's coal -mining past. And it will put the existing railroad tracks to good use. A similar activity in South Fork, Colorado consistently receives 5 -star reviews. I expect the same outcome here with this unique adventure. What better way to encourage a new outdoor activity in Weld County than to approve this application. Thank you for your consideration. Michael & Tina Pierce Erie, Colorado 1 Maxwell Nader From: kv@vannorsdel.com Sent: Monday, June 5, 2023 7:38 PM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: Event Center of County Road 3 and 1 1/2 'au,..: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I live in the Northridge subdivision adjacent the proposed event center. I am in favor of the rail bike business and am excited about it but expected it to be a daylight event not needing artificial lighting for sprawling parking and an event center. I would like to register my opposition for the event center portion. It does not sound like this will be good for the area. Thanks very much for your consideration. Kevin Vannorsdel 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Kevin Hemphill <hemphill.kevin@gmail.com> Monday, June 5, 2023 7:47 PM Maxwell Nader USR23-0012 Public Feedback Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I spoke on the phone with you earlier today about the upcoming public hearing for USR23-0012, and would like to follow-up with my feedback to add to your collective report gathering public feedback on the application. As a Weld County resident living within a half mile of the proposed building site, I am providing my objection to the application proposing building of an event center (either a tent site or building) to host various events, including weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and similar group gatherings for the up to 144 customers that may be present on the property at any time. I am supportive of the applicants running a business out of their primary residence; however as the plot of land at 4121 County Road 3 is defined as a Residential Account Type on the Weld County Public Records, I don't see how it can be justified allowing permitting of such a large commercial event center within close proximity of so many residential addresses. I, like many of my Weld County neighbors, moved to this community based on the designation of properties within the immediate area as residential. There are several hundred residential homes all within a one mile radius of this property who will also be negatively impacted by the additional noise and added traffic of constructing a commercial event center in such close proximity to these multiple residential neighborhoods. The applicants failed to address, nor is it feasible to address, the issue of noise containment associated with hosting large weddings and other events on a regular basis. The additional traffic also poses a major safety risk for the stretch of County Road 3 between the Morgan Hill and Colliers Hill neighborhoods, which contains no shoulder or walking path. As the most direct route connecting the two neighborhoods, many pedestrians, including children, are currently found biking or walking this dangerous stretch of road that will only become more dangerous with an event center placed directly in between. Other than the event center, I am fully supportive of the residents running their business out of this address, as it sounds like a great idea that adds commercial value to the community. I hope that the Weld County Commissioners review board considers the fact that there are many other mixed use or agricultural zoned properties available in Weld County that are not in such close proximity to high density residential areas for constructing commercial event centers such as the one proposed in USR23-0012. I encourage the board to reject this application and recommend the building of large event centers in these other areas that are properly zoned for that sort of use, as opposed to plots like 4121 County Road 3 that are currently designated as residential. Thank you for your willingness to take my feedback and all of the other public feedback on the application into consideration for this proposal. Sincerely, Kevin Hemphill 1. Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: tlklaw@comcast.net Monday, June 5, 2023 8:40 PM Maxwell Nader Rail bike adventures This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello I would like to show my support of the Erie rail bike adventures. It could be a great family time. Outdoors exercise time with family and friend's just what Colorado is about. I am waiting for the chance to have a rail bike. Support local towns and keep rsil history alive. I have seen rail bike on the west coast and back in the northeast. All look like a great time. Thank you for the consideration. A hope you will support this adventure Lynn Law loveland colorado Sent from my T -Mobile 4G LTE device 1 Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Subject: Gretchen Anderson <gretchenmilary@yahoo.com> Tuesday, June 6, 2023 12:11 AM Maxwell Nader CO Rail Bike Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello! My family is BEYOND excited for the rail bikes to come to Erie! I am hopeful that their landing in Erie can begin to create a fun, outdoor activity for our family and others in our community. Thank you! Gretchen Brinza Sent from Yahoo Mail for iPhone EXHIBIT Sr Weld County Department of Planning Services 1402 N 17th Ave. PO Box 758 Greeley, CO 80632 RE: Case #USR23-0012 Proposed Commercial Recreation Facility and Event Center in Agricultural Zone District Dear Weld County Planning Commission: I am the owner of Parcel #R8956403 and am opposing the above proposed special uses. I have owned this property since 1974 and believe that if you approve the proposed usage that such decision will negatively impact this community. Have you driven by these five properties in the cluster there in this community? Quiet, rural, undisturbed by heavy traffic — this proposal opens up the possibility of just the opposite -- high noises, both traffic and people. It would become commercial, regardless of the Agricultural zoning and intent. My wife and I previously owned and lived since the 1970's in the residence at 4039 County Rd 3 prior to dividing the property. We sold a portion of the total property in 2019; we had an offer of a non-residential entity for that property, which would have involved a great deal of traffic. However in respect of the Agriculture zoning, the neighboring residences and the desire to keep the area a rural community, we did not sell to them; instead we wanted an owner who wanted the property for a residence. Please also keep in mind that the neighboring properties are zoned for livestock. Excessive traffic and noise levels would have a negative effect on those as well. No, this would not be an attractive addition to this community. It definitely is an asset for Erie perhaps the applicant can locate a more suitable property in Erie proper in which to locate a business/commercial/retail type instead of in a rural setting which will negatively impact this community. Although our property is very close to the subject property and would be impacted, we did not receive any notice of this hearing. Sincerely, Russell Napier EXHIBIT 1 Si Weld County Department of Planning Services 14O2 N. 17th Ave PO Box 758 Greely, CO 05 June 2023 Re: Case #USR23-0012, Proposed Commercial Recreation Facility and Event Center in Agricultural Zone District Planner: Maxwell Nader Planning Commission Hearing Date: 06 June 2O23, 1330h For: The Weld County Planning Commission My name is Francis Magurn. My wife, Sabia Magurn, and I live at 4085 County Road 3 in Erie, CO, directly adjacent to 4121 County Road 3, the site of the proposed event center and recreational facility. I am writing to express our strong objection to the proposed special uses on the following grounds. First, the applicants have not considered the significant negative impact that events will have on the neighborhood and other residents. Adjacent properties, such as ours, will be subjected to amplified music and crowd noise from mere yards away. Additionally, the application does not consider the impact on the traffic on County Road 3. CR 3 is a two-lane residential/rural road and is not designed to handle the significant volume of traffic that recreational facilities, wedding venues, and corporate events create. As I stated, the applicants are either unaware of or indifferent to the disruption they will cause to neighbors (even those that live a half mile or more away) with amplified music. My wife and I have some experience with wedding and event venues; she is a wedding florist, and since I left the Army, I have been helping her run our family business. Weddings are celebrations, and celebrations are loud. We have spent many late nights and early mornings cleaning up our floral installations while the music continues past 1 o'clock in the morning. While this makes for a great party, it does not make for great neighbors. The negative consequence of this noise is not sufficiently addressed by the applicants and, if the commission does intend to recommend approval, significant noise restrictions and mitigation measures should be required on the part of the applicants. We are also concerned about the safety, usability, and long-term durability of Weld County Road 3 (CR 3.) CR 3 is a two-lane road that provides a residential travel corridor between Erie Parkway and Highway 52. It is not, at present, capable of handling the large volume of traffic created by either an event center or a popular recreational facility. Not only does the application not address the issue of parking (constructing a parking lot and improving the on -site waste management seem to be mutually exclusive) but it does not account for use by oversized vehicles such as party busses or food truck/catering vehicles. Buses and vans would be necessary for a wedding venue located in an agricultural/residential area. The transportation is necessary because of the limited service by popular rideshare services, taxis, and public transit in the area. As a resident of the area who frequently flies for work, I know first-hand how challenging it can be to use Uber or Lyftito get to or from Erie. The limited rideshare services and lack of bus parking means that partygoers will be far more likely to drink and drive, creating an unsafe environment for those of us who reside here. Further, an addition of a railroad grade crossing on CR 3 to allow rail -bike travel east of CR 3 will be necessary for the safe operation of rail bikes, and add additional traffic complications to this small rural road. Thank you for your time, careful consideration, and service to the county by reading this letter. We hope that the Planning Commission will equitably weigh the concerns of residents and neighbors, as well as consider the adverse impacts of granting planning permits. Very Respectfully, Francis Magurn and Sabia Magurn N 15 so 19 EXHIBIT 60 Weld County Department of Planning Services 1402 N 17th Avenue PO Box 758 Greeley, CO 80623 RE: Case # USR23-0012 Proposed Commercial Recreation Facility and Event Center in Agricultural Zone District Planner: Maxwell Nader PC Hearing Date: June 6, 2023 at 1:30 pm Dear Weld County Planning Commission, I am writing on behalf of my mother, Eleanor Ciriaco, and our family members. Eleanor is the previous owner of 4121 Weld County Road 3 in Erie. This is not a legal letter, but rather a concern of Eleanor Ciriaco's that the proposed commercial venue would not only degrade the unique beauty of this small community of homes, but also affect those remaining occupants of this small community. My mother is still very close friends with all of her previous neighbors and expresses her concern for their piece of mind. The customer traffic, additional noise pollution, and other conditions associated with a commercial venue will affect this area negatively for them. They have called this place home for so many years because of the open space and peacefulness that comes with it. Please receive these concerns on behalf of Eleanor Ciriaco and friends without personal feelings to the current occupants. Respectfully, David Ciriaco On behalf of Eleanor Ciriaco and family. Maxwell Nader From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Follow Up Flag: Flag Status: Sheri Brimer <sheribrimer@gmail.com> Tuesday, June 6, 2023 9:02 AM Maxwell Nader Ed Brimer; jeff@gorailbike.com Colorado Rail Bike Adventures! in Erie,CO Follow up Flagged EXHIBIT :2 D 61 a� Caution This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello! Hoping your week is starting off well. AND we are hoping that the new proposed Colorado Rail Bike Adventure for the town of Erie, CO is able to start its own adventure. We just bought a home nearby in the Colliers Hill planned Community of Erie this spring and are so excited about bringing friends and family to view this amazing area. And what better way to share the front range, the history of the area and all it has to offer then to go on a Rail Bike Adventure as a group. We can't wait to visit Erie's Old Town this summer, share a meal and then hit the Rails with our own muscle power. What a unique and fun way to enjoy friendships, the beautiful scenery and learn something along the way!! It's all about an appreciation of the past and looking forward to an innovative future. Hoping the Weld County Planning Commission sees this wonderful potential and creative use of the area Rails to help foster great activities for both locals and out-of-town guests. Wishing everyone there our best and a big YES "family of 5 vote" for Erie's Colorado Rail Adventures. What an exciting new opportunity! Please help make it happen. :)) Thanks so much, Sheri & Ed Brimer (currently in St. Louis, MO moving to 1031 Quarry Circle/ Erie this month!) 1 Maxwell Nader From: LISA KATCHKA <Ikatch@comcast.net> Sent: Tuesday, June 6, 2023 9:06 AM To: Maxwell Nader Subject: proposed Colorado RailBike Adventures 4121 County Road 3 Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Flagged So S EXHIBIT 62 Caution: This email originated from outside of Weld County Government. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. To Maxwell Nader, We are writing to voice our STRONG opposition to the proposed Colorado RailBike Adventures at 4121 County Road 3. We live at the far southeast corner of the Northridge subdivision and our backyard is within view of this property. We were never informed of this proposal until a few days ago by another concerned neighbor. Why not, as this will directly impact us ? Our concern is the increased traffic and noise, especially compounded by the proposed long hours of operation. The massive change to this area in the past 10 1/2 years since we moved here is daunting to say the least. We came to this area for the peace and tranquility and allowing this proposed venue to proceed with destroy any remaining quiet in this area. Please take these concerns into consideration. Regards, Lisa Katchka & Don Yoshihara 381 Baker Lane, Erie 1 Hello